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1298 Mckee Road, Dover, DE
3.8· 10 reviews
Earleen Hooks
- licensed capacity
- 9
- a week, county median
- $156
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About
About Earleen Hooks
Earleen Hooks is a licensed home daycare in Dover, 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 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 4 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
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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) 272-1426 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
Earleen Hooks has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Kent County has a median price of $156 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 Earleen Hooks
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Family Child Care
- Capacity
- 9 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #357549
Summary
4 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent Jul 29, 2026
19 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 5
- Safety and hazards 3
- Background checks 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Other rules 2
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 29, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
13P General Requirements
“Ensure truthful information is provided to OCCL. The Provider attempted to submit Child #1's blood lead level test result for Child #2. Complete assigned training.”
May 5, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
42P Administration of Medication
“Ensure Administration of Medication training is completed every five years. Complete training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
29P Indoor Space
“Ensure hot water temperature does not exceed 120 degrees F. The water was 150 degrees F when the temperature was taken. Adjust hot water heater.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
22P Children's Files
“Ensure child files are complete. One child needs a health appraisal, immunizations, blood lead level test result, and nap mat permission. One child needs a blood lead level test result. One child needs an updated health appraisal and immunizations.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
May 6, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
8P License Renewal
“Ensure renewal application is submitted at least 60 days prior to license expiration. Complete and submit application.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025
29P Indoor Space
“Ensure indoor hot water temperature does not exceed 120 degrees. LS Brey observed the hot water to be 130 degrees and climbing. Adjust temperature on hot water heater.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2025
27P Hazardous Materials
“Ensure radon testing is completed every five years in child care space. Complete testing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
22P Children's Files
“Ensure child files are complete. One child needs an updated health appraisal with immunizations, and blood lead level test result.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
21P Parents Right to Know Act
“Ensure Parent's Right to Know log is signed by every newly enrolled family and any prospective family touring the home. Obtain signatures.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
May 14, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
8P License Renewal
“Ensure renewal application is submitted at least 60 days prior to license expiration.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024
59P Outdoor Fencing
“Repair two gates in the outdoor play area to ensure they are self-closing and self-latching.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024
50P Meals and Snacks
“Ensure menu is completed and posted in a visible area for the week.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024
35P Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments
“Ensure nap mats are non-absorbent and in good repair. Purchase new mats.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2024
32P Outdoor Area
“Ensure trampoline is not in the outdoor play area when children are in care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2024
30P Fire Safety
“Ensure fire extinguisher is inspected and tagged annually.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024
29P Indoor Space
“Add vision strips to full glass door in living room. Ensure electrical inspection is completed every three years prior to expiration. Adjust water temperature to ensure it does not exceed 120 degrees. LS Brey observed the water temperature in the bathroom to be 155 degrees and rising.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2024
27P Hazardous Materials
“Ensure routine cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored out of children's reach. This was corrected at the visit when the Provider removed the items from the bathroom cabinet.”
Corrected during the visit
25P Infants' Records
“Ensure infant daily logs are available for review.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2024
22P Children's Files
“Ensure child files are complete. One child needs an updated Health Appraisal and immunizations. One child needs a completed Child Information Card, including date of enrollment, days, and hours of attending and all emergency information. One child needs a monthly feeding schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2024
May 8, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
8P License Renewal
“Ensure the application is submitted 60 days before the license expires.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2023
29P Indoor Space
“Ensure hazards are removed. Remove plastic bags in children have access to. -Corrected at visit”
Corrected during the visit
22P Children's Files
“Ensure children's files are completed. Child #1 ,2, and 6 need blood lead screening results.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Earleen Hooks
Is Earleen Hooks licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Earleen Hooks last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on July 29, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Earleen Hooks had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 Earleen Hooks care for?
9, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Earleen Hooks accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Earleen Hooks' hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (302) 272-1426 to confirm.
How much does Earleen Hooks cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 272-1426 to ask.
What is Earleen Hooks' phone number?
(302) 272-1426.
Where is Earleen Hooks?
Dover, DE 19904. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.