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Milford, DE 19963 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Early Life Learning
- licensed capacity
- 138
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $182
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About
About Early Life Learning
Early Life Learning is a licensed child care center in Milford, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 138 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 138 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infancy through fifth grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (bus transportation to all Milford elementary schools) |
| Licensed capacity | 138 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Early Life Learning has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Kent 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$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 Early Life Learning
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 138 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1599286
Summary
6 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent Apr 7, 2026
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 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Food and nutrition 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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Apr 7, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
72U Feeding of Infants
“Ensure infants have a feeding schedule updated at least every month. One child needs an updated feeding schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2026
53U Outdoor Area
“Ensure fall zones have at least 9 inches of material extending 6 ft in all directions of fall zones.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
- Nov 5, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- May 12, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Apr 2, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
53U Outdoor Area
“Ensure fall zones have at least 9 inches of material and extends at least 6 feet in all directions.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2025
45U Hazardous Materials
“Ensure Radon testing is conducted every five years. Current Radon expired on 3/23/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
Oct 14, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
53U Outdoor Area
“Ensure fall zones are covered with at least 9 inches of protective material.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
40U Child Files
“Ensure child files are complete. Two children need development plans on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2024
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. One staff needs an additional reference on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2024
Aug 19, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. Staff #1 needs working papers on file. Staff #2 needs updated health appraisal with TB results on OCCL's form.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Early Life Learning
Is Early Life Learning licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Early Life Learning last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on April 7, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Early Life Learning had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 6 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 Early Life Learning care for?
138, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Early Life Learning accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Early Life Learning's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Early Life Learning cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 422-3728 to ask.
What is Early Life Learning's phone number?
(302) 422-3728.
Where is Early Life Learning?
258 North Rehoboth Boulevard, Milford, DE 19963. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Center, TLC, under 0.1 miles away.