The Learning Center at Calvary
304 Lore Avenue, Wilmington, DE
4.0· 4 reviews
Doreen Wells
- licensed capacity
- 9
- a week, county median
- $182
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About
About Doreen Wells
Doreen Wells is a licensed home daycare in Wilmington, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 9 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 9 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (302) 351-3490 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 9 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Doreen Wells has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in New Castle County has a median price of $182 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$280
Home daycare$182
Toddler
Center$199
Home daycare$154
Preschool
Center$210
Home daycare$155
School age
Center$106
Home daycare$86
State record
Inspection reports for Doreen Wells
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Family Child Care
- Capacity
- 9 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #701248
Summary
3 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent Oct 16, 2025
4 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.
- Records and paperwork 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 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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Oct 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
22P Children's Files
“Ensure children's files are complete. Child # 1, #4 needs blood lead screening. Child #6 needs screen time, mat permission signatures, and infant feeding schedule updated.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
Oct 8, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
32P Outdoor Area
“Ensure shed is locked. Repair lock and send picture.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2024
30P Fire Safety
“Ensure fire extinguisher is inspected yearly.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2024
22P Children's Files
“Ensure children's files are complete. Child #6 needs Parents Right to Know and screen time permissions signed. Child #7 needs updated infant feeding statement.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2024
- Nov 13, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Oct 16, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
8P License Renewal
“Ensure the renewal application is submitted at least 60 days prior to license expiration.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 2023
51P Feeding of Infants
“Send completed infant feeding schedules for two children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 2023
35P Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments
“Ensure all sleep equipment is clean and safe for children's use.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023
29P Indoor Space
“Ensure the floors and carpets are clean and free from dirt. Also, ensure the child care space including the kitchen is rodent and insect free.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023
22P Children's Files
“Ensure child files are complete. A current health appraisal with immunizations and blood lead testing is needed for two children. A blood lead test is needed for one child.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
Oct 10, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
44P First Aid Kit
“Obtain an instant cold pack for the first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2022
22P Children's Files
“Submit the following to complete children's files: a date of enrollment for four children, days and hours of attendance for seven children, a current health appraisal with immunizations for two children, and a blood lead screening for one child.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Doreen Wells
Is Doreen Wells licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Doreen Wells last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on October 16, 2025, with 1 rule cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Doreen Wells had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Doreen Wells care for?
9, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Doreen Wells accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Doreen Wells' hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (302) 351-3490 to confirm.
How much does Doreen Wells cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 351-3490 to ask.
What is Doreen Wells' phone number?
(302) 351-3490.
Where is Doreen Wells?
Wilmington, DE 19809. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.