LADDAWAN GRAY
NEWARK, DE·Licensed Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address20 SIR THOMAS LANE, NEWARK, DE, 19702
CityNEWARK, DE 19702
CountyNew Castle
Phone(302) 317-6500
Operating details
Hours6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Capacity9
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High4
- Medium6
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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20 SIR THOMAS LANE, NEWARK, DE, 19702, NEWARK, DE 19702
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/2/2026
- High3
- Medium-High1
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 296/2/2026
29P — Indoor Space
Ensure a gate is at the bottom of the stairway.
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 426/2/2026
42P — Administration of Medication
Administration of medication needs to be updated every 5 years.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 506/2/2026
50P — Meals and Snacks
Ensure a 2-week menu is posted or available for review.
Corrected at inspection
2025
- High riskStandard 567/1/2025
56P — Training
Ensure 12 annual training hours are complete 30 days before license expiration.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 456/4/2025
45P — Emergency Planning
Ensure monthly evacuation drills are documented.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 486/4/2025
48P — Pets
Ensure pets over 6 months old are vaccinated. Nina needs rabies updated.
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 86/4/2025
8P — License Renewal
Ensure annual renewal application is submitted 60 days prior to expiration.
Corrected at inspection
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$992/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: NEWARK, New Castle County
- Capacity: 9
- Type: Licensed Family Child Care
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