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Discovery Cove Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 53
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $139
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About
About Discovery Cove Learning Center
Discovery Cove Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Laurel, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 53 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with preschool and toddler care.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 53 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years of age |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 53 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Discovery Cove Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Sussex County has a median price of $139 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$155
Toddler
Center$139
Home daycare$131
Preschool
Center$145
Home daycare$131
School age
Center$111
Home daycare$66
State record
Inspection reports for Discovery Cove Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 53 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1210735
Summary
9 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent Jul 28, 2026
12 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 5
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 1
- Other rules 3
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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Jul 28, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
OCCL Standards Complaint (Substantiated)
“On June 23, 2026, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding mixing children of various ages in classrooms, suspension policy, and not meeting the child s needs. An investigation was conducted on June 30, 2026. This complaint is substantiated for mixing children of various ages in classrooms, because according to staff interviews and attendance records, Child #1, a two-year-old, was moved into the three-year-old classroom on June 22, 2026, and stayed for lunch and nap. Owner #1 stated Child #1 s behavior was so out of control, the decision was made to protect the younger children. There is no evidence to substantiate the allegation the center violated their suspension policy, because the parent handbook states, The following are reasons we may have to expel or suspend a child: 1. the child is at risk of causing serious injury to other children or him/herself,. Staff interviewed and documentation reviewed show Child #1 was causing injury to other children and staff. There is no evidence to substantiate the allegation the center was not meeting Child #1 s needs, leaving him/her with a snotty nose and in soiled pants. According to staff interviewed, they perform diaper checks and changes appropriately. Staff stated there is always extra clothing on hand in case a child s own clothing is soiled, and they ensure they wipe runny noses, as needed.”
Jun 9, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
75U Activity Areas
“Ensure art materials are always accessible in the classroom for ages two years and older. This was corrected at the visit when the art materials in the two-year-old classroom were made available.”
Corrected during the visit
53U Outdoor Area
“Ensure exit gate in the outdoor play area is self-closing and self-latching. Repair gate at sidewalk in rear of building . Ensure fall zone depth requirements are met. Replenish mulch to nine inches in rear play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
49U Indoor Space
“Ensure walls are in good repair. Patch and repair corner of wall in the pre-k classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
45U Hazardous Materials
“Ensure radon testing is conducted every five years. Complete testing in each classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2026
40U Child Files
“Ensure child files are complete. One child needs a corrected Medication Administration Record (MAR). This was corrected at the visit when the missing information was added.”
Corrected during the visit
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. Two staff need two attempts to obtain service letters.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2026
Feb 19, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
IA Investigation (Substantiated)
- Oct 29, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Aug 5, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
OCCL Standards Complaint (Substantiated)
“OCCL s investigation of regulatory non-compliance began after clearance from other agencies was received. On March 6, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding improper discipline. An investigation began on March 5, 2025, and concluded on July 14, 2025. This complaint is substantiated because three different videos reviewed showed Staff #1 engaging in various forms of improper discipline, including roughly handling Child #1 by pulling them, pushing them into a chair and against a table, and restraining them.”
- Jul 1, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jun 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
53U Outdoor Area
“Ensure gates in the outdoor play area fencing is self-closing and self-latching. Repair main gate off parking lot.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2025
Jun 18, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
53U Outdoor Area
“Ensure outdoor area has enough mulch to cover fall zones. Replenish mulch to 9 inches. Ensure gates are self-closing and self-latching. There is a broken gate in the toddler area, a broken gate leading from parking lot into play area, and the main gate from the building does not self-close or self-latch. Fix sharp edge on parking lot gate, Remove broken picnic table to ensure all equipment is in a safe condition.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2024
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. One staff person needs two references.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2024
Jun 21, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
49U Indoor Space
“Ensure walls are in good repair. The School Age classroom needs the wall paint retouched.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2023
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. One staff member needs an adult health appraisal on OCCL's form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Discovery Cove Learning Center
Is Discovery Cove Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Discovery Cove Learning Center last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on July 28, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Discovery Cove Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 6 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Discovery Cove Learning Center care for?
53, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Discovery Cove Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Discovery Cove Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Discovery Cove Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 875-7733 to ask.
What is Discovery Cove Learning Center's phone number?
(302) 875-7733.
Where is Discovery Cove Learning Center?
12034 County Seat Hwy, Laurel, DE 19956. The nearest other daycare we list is Children & Families First Head Start Laurel, 2.2 miles away.