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J-Tech Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 54
- a week, county median
- $280
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About
About J-Tech Learning Center
J-Tech Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Wilmington, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 54 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists 4 visits since Nov 2022, none in the last 3 years. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio, teacher qualifications and hours.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 54 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (302) 543-4348 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 54 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
J-Tech Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in New Castle County has a median price of $280 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 J-Tech Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 54 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1512900
Summary
0 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent Jun 30, 2023
0 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.
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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Jun 30, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
OCCL Standards Complaint (Substantiated)
“On June 13, 2023, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding an allegation of improper staff-to-child ratios. An investigation was conducted on June 16, 2023. The complaint is substantiated because the licensing specialist observed 13 children with two staff members on June 16, 2023, and the youngest child present was an infant.”
Feb 6, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
40U Child Files
“Children's files will need the following: - Child #1 and #2 need infant feeding schedules updated monthly. Send a current one for both. - Child # 7 needs lead screening completed. Send a copy.”
38U Parents Right to Know
“Parents right-to-know log is required for all newly enrolled children. Send a copy.”
30U Personnel Files
“Staff files need the following: - Staff #1, #2, and #3 need to complete the health and safety training. - Staff #2 needs two references and a service letter, or four references, and a health appraisal. - Staff #4 needs on reference and a service letter, or three references.”
Jan 31, 2023Inspection13 rules cited
74U Lesson Plans
“Lesson plans need to be current and posted. Ensure social/emotional, physical, language/literacy, and cognitive activities are offered daily. Send two weeks worth of plans for both rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2023
72U Feeding of Infants
“Ensure all infant bottles are labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
71U Meals and Snacks
“Ensure a weekly menu is posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
66U Emergency Planning
“Ensure fire-drill logs are conducted monthly. Send a copy of a fire drill conducted during the month of February.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
61U Diapering and Soiled Clothing
“The handwashing sink next to the infant diapering table was marked "do not use" upon arrival. It was removed, and the sink was functioning, but staff stated the sink has been backing up so hadn't been used in the past week. A functional handwashing sink is required to be accessible within 5 feet of a changing table. The diapering mat in the back room needs to be taped or replaced due to rips. Ensure the diapering trash in this room is accessible and within 5 feet of the table. These items will be checked at a follow-up visit.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
51U Toilet Facilities
“Paper towels were not available in the downstairs restrooms or near diapering areas. A covered trash can was not accessible in the bathroom of the preschool-age classroom. These items will be checked at a follow-up visit.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
50U Kitchen and Food Preparation
“Working thermometers are required in the refrigerator. Send a picture of a thermometer in the refrigerator at 41*F or below. All food items not in their original container must be labeled with the date and contents. Send a picture.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
45U Hazardous Materials
“The child safety locks need to be replaced on the cabinets under the sink in the kitchen area. Ensure all cleaners in bottles are labeled with their contents. Send a picture of both of these items.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
40U Child Files
“Children's files were not accessible at the time of this visit. This will be re-checked at a follow-up visit.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2023
30U Personnel Files
“Staff files were not available or accessible at the time of this visit. A follow-up visit will be conducted to view these. A full staff file is needed for two staff, and CPR/First Aid certificates need to be viewed for four out of five staff members.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2023
28U General Qualifications
“One staff member was present and working alone without eligibility from the Criminal History Unit. The owner submitted these documents at the visit, and this staff member was determined eligible 1/31/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
27U Ratios, Group Size, and Supervision
“A licensee shall maintain staff-to-child ratio and maximum group size at all times. Upon arrival, there were 14 children present with two staff and four infants in one classroom. This was corrected when the owner arrived and they split up. However, upon splitting up, toddlers and preschool-age children were combined for the remainder of the day. Infants and toddlers must be cared for in rooms separate from older children. Send a staffing plan to show how these non-compliances will be corrected.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
26U Staffing
“Sufficient staffing was not available at this visit, causing staff to be responsible for other duties, such as making lunch. If staffing is an issue on a particular day, enrollment/attendance for the day must reflect that.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
Nov 16, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
74U Lesson Plans
“Lesson plans in both classrooms were from previous months and need to be updated.”
56U Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments
“A current cot chart is needed in the second classroom. Send a picture when complete.”
51F Outdoor Fencing
“Bathrooms downstairs did not have toilet paper available. Ensure it is available at all times. Send confirmation. The sink in the second bathrooms needs to be repaired. Hot water is stuck running, and feels to be over 120*F. Send confirmation when this is fixed.”
50U Kitchen and Food Preparation
“The refrigerator in the kitchen was reading at 50*F. Ensure it is at 41*F or below and send a picture of the thermometer. The inside of the refrigerator needs to be cleaned. Send a picture when complete.”
49U Indoor Space
“Outlet covers were missing in both classrooms. Replace them and send a picture.”
45U Hazardous Materials
“Child safety locks need to be replaced on the cabinet containing cleaning supplies. Send picture to verify this is complete.”
35U First Aid and CPR Training
“All but one staff member at the center needs updated CPR and First Aid certifications. Send copies of certificates when complete.”
28U General Qualifications
“Ensure staff are not left alone until confirmation of fingerprinting eligibility is received. Send a staffing schedule showing coverage with one staff member until eligibility is received.”
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FAQ
Questions about J-Tech Learning Center
Is J-Tech Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was J-Tech Learning Center last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on June 30, 2023, with 1 rule cited. It lists 0 visits in the last 3 years.
Has J-Tech Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
No. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists no cited rules in its 0 visits in the last 3 years. 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 J-Tech Learning Center care for?
54, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does J-Tech Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are J-Tech Learning Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (302) 543-4348 to confirm.
How much does J-Tech Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 543-4348 to ask.
What is J-Tech Learning Center's phone number?
(302) 543-4348.
Where is J-Tech Learning Center?
1238 North Walnut Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. The nearest other daycare we list is Tadpole Academy, under 0.1 miles away.