Carmen Barnett
Hockessin, DE 19707 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Hockessin Montessori School
- licensed capacity
- 303
- a week, county median
- $199
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About
About Hockessin Montessori School
Hockessin Montessori School is a licensed child care center in Hockessin, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 303 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.
It describes a Montessori approach, with full-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 303 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (302) 234-1240 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 12 months to 14 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| More | Founded 1963 |
| Licensed capacity | 303 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Hockessin Montessori School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in New Castle County has a median price of $199 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 Hockessin Montessori School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 303 children
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #28406
Summary
4 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent May 14, 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.
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Other rules 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 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. Staff #1 needs proof of 2 attempts for a service letter and 1 more reference letter. Orientation is needed for Staff #3, 5, 6, 7, 8. Annual review of abuse and neglect needed for Staff #2.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
May 15, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
8U License Renewal
“Ensure application for license renewal is sent at least 60 days before license expiration. Mail or email notarized application to OCCL.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
66U Emergency Planning
“Ensure fire drills are done monthly and documented. Send copies of January - April 2025.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
16U Insurance Coverage
“Ensure general liability insurance is up to date and on file. Send a copy to OCCL.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
Nov 12, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
50U Kitchen and Food Preparation
“Ensure refrigerator reads 41 degrees or below. Send a picture of CH 2's thermometer to OCCL.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure personnel files are complete. CPR and First Aid certifications are needed for Staff #3, 4, 6, and 8. Orientation is needed for Staff #1, 2, 7, and 8. Four references are needed for Staff #2, 7, and 8. Health appraisal with TB test needed for Staff #2. Health appraisal is needed for Staff #9. PD Plan needed for Staff #2. Medication certification needed for Staff #7 and 9.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
40U Child Files
“Ensure child files are complete. Parents Right to Know needed for Child #1-20. Screen time permission needed for Child #11, 12, 14, 16, 17, and 20.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. Annual review of abuse and neglect needed for Staff #2 and 3. Signed orientation needed for Staff #1, 2, and 10. 7-hour OCCL Health and Safety training needed for Staff #1 and 13. Service letter or 2 additional references needed for Staff #1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, and 14. 2 references needed for Staff #1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 10, 12, 14, 15, and 17. Health appraisal w/TB test needed for Staff #2, 3, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 14, and 17. Declaration and drug/alcohol statement needed for Staff #13 and 18. Full eligibility for Staff #19. Fingerprints and eligibility needed for Staff #16.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Hockessin Montessori School
Is Hockessin Montessori School licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Hockessin Montessori School last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on May 14, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hockessin Montessori School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 4 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 Hockessin Montessori School care for?
303, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Hockessin Montessori School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Hockessin Montessori School's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (302) 234-1240 to confirm.
How much does Hockessin Montessori School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 234-1240 to ask.
What is Hockessin Montessori School's phone number?
(302) 234-1240.
Where is Hockessin Montessori School?
1000 Old Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, DE 19707. The nearest other daycare we list is St. Mary's Preschool, 0.1 miles away.