ELIZABETH ANNE HOWARD
LAUREL, DE·Licensed Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address12959 ALEX AVE, LAUREL, DE, 19956
CityLAUREL, DE 19956
CountySussex
Phone(302) 875-0856
Operating details
Hours7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Capacity6
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/2/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High1
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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12959 ALEX AVE, LAUREL, DE, 19956, LAUREL, DE 19956
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- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/2/2025
- High1
- Medium-High1
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium riskStandard 299/2/2025
29P — Indoor Space
Ensure air fresheners and scented waxes are not used while children are in care. An air freshener was observed in the bathroom and a wax warmer that was turned on with scented wax was observed in the living room. This was corrected at the visit when the air freshener was removed and the warmer turned off.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 409/2/2025
40P — Diapering and Soiled Clothing
Ensure a non-porous surface is used for diaper changes. This was corrected at the visit when the ripped changing pad was replaced with a brand new one. Ensure a foot-activated diaper pail is used for diapering. Purchase a new foot-activated diaper pail.
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 429/2/2025
42P — Administration of Medication
Ensure diaper creams are labeled with the child's name. This was corrected at the visit when the creams were labeled. Ensure a Medication Administration Record (MAR) is completed for each medication, including diaper creams. This was corrected at the visit when the parent, who was present at the visit, completed and signed two MAR's for diaper creams.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 569/2/2025
56P — Training
Ensure first aid certification remains current and training is completed every two years. Complete first aid training.
Corrected at inspection
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,086/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Delaware run about $1,134/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Delaware by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: LAUREL, Sussex County
- Capacity: 6
- Type: Licensed Family Child Care
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