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17001 South Dupont Highway, Harrington, DE
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Children & Families First Head Start Harrington
- licensed capacity
- 26
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $145
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About
About Children & Families First Head Start Harrington
Children & Families First Head Start Harrington is a licensed child care center in Harrington, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 26 children, serving preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ages served: preschoolers
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12 yr
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 26 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 26 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Children & Families First Head Start Harrington has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Kent County has a median price of $145 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$182
Home daycare$156
Toddler
Center$139
Home daycare$128
Preschool
Center$145
Home daycare$129
School age
Center$111
Home daycare$64
State record
Inspection reports for Children & Families First Head Start Harrington
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 26 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #1482799
Summary
2 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent May 20, 2025
8 rules cited in those visits. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing publishes only visits where a rule was cited, so this record cannot show how often it was inspected.
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Transportation 1
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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May 20, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
53U Outdoor Area
“Ensure the outdoor play area is maintained in a clean and safe condition. Remove the debris in the corner behind the ramp. Ensure the fencing has no openings larger than 3 1/2 inches wide. There is an approximately four inch gap between the large gate and the fence.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
51U Toilet Facilities
“Ensure the bathroom is kept in a sanitary condition and cleaned daily or more frequently if needed. The bathroom in classroom 3 needs to be cleaned around the toilet and the wall under the sink and soap dispenser.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
49U Indoor Space
“Ensure every exit, exit access, and exit discharge is free of obstruction at all times. A large shelf was placed in front of the door leading into classroom 3 from the hallway. Upon discussion, staff stated the shelf is placed there so that a particular child cannot escape the classroom. This specialist provided technical assistance and suggested a staff person position themselves at the door to monitor it at all times. This was discussed with staff and corrected when they agreed to comply in the future.”
Corrected during the visit
40U Child Files
“Ensure child files are complete. One child needs an updated health appraisal.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. One staff member needs to complete CPR with a skills demonstration, OCCL's Health and Safety Training for Child Care Professionals, job description, an adult abuse registry check, release of employment history, and corresponding service letters.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
May 22, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
67U Transportation
“Ensure the First Aid Kit in the bus has all required materials. This was corrected at the visit when bandage tape was added to the kit.”
Corrected during the visit
49U Indoor Space
“Ensure toilets are in good repair. The toilet in Room 3 has a broken seat. Repair the seat or purchase a new one.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2024
38U Parents Right to Know
“Ensure Parent's Right to Know Log is completed for any parents touring the center.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2024
May 16, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. One staff member needs an adult health appraisal. Four staff need service letters or two documented attempts with additional references.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023
May 5, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
40U Child Files
“Ensure child files are complete. One child needs a health appraisal with immunization record. One child needs blood lead test results. One child needs a health appraisal and blood lead test results.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2022
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. One staff member needs annual review of abuse and neglect. One staff member needs CPR, first aid, and administration of medication certification, and a professional development plan.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2022
- Dec 22, 2021VisitNo rules cited
Nov 5, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
49U Indoor Space
“Repair the toilet paper roll holder in the bathroom between Classroom 1 and Classroom 2 to ensure the toilet paper roll is not stored on the floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. One staff member needs a job description and two references. One staff member needs current CPR and first aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Children & Families First Head Start Harrington
Is Children & Families First Head Start Harrington licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Children & Families First Head Start Harrington last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on May 20, 2025, with 5 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Children & Families First Head Start Harrington had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 2 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 8 show a correction in the state record. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Children & Families First Head Start Harrington care for?
26, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Children & Families First Head Start Harrington accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Children & Families First Head Start Harrington's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Children & Families First Head Start Harrington cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 398-9196 to ask.
What is Children & Families First Head Start Harrington's phone number?
(302) 398-9196.
Where is Children & Families First Head Start Harrington?
112 East Street, Harrington, DE 19952. The nearest other daycare we list is Acelero Learning Harrington Center, under 0.1 miles away.