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2 Laverty Lane, Bridgeville, DE
5.0· 3 reviews
Latonya Bruce
- licensed capacity
- 9
- a week, county median
- $155
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About Latonya Bruce
Latonya Bruce is a licensed home daycare in Bridgeville, 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 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 5 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
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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) 727-1287 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
Latonya Bruce has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Sussex County has a median price of $155 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$155
Toddler
Center$139
Home daycare$131
Preschool
Center$145
Home daycare$131
School age
Center$111
Home daycare$66
State record
Inspection reports for Latonya Bruce
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Family Child Care
- Capacity
- 9 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1148248
Summary
6 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent Jul 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.
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Other rules 3
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 7, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
8P License Renewal
“Ensure to submit the renewal application 60 days before license expiration.”
Corrected during the visit
56P Training
“Update CPR/FA certification”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
22P Children's Files
“Complete files are needed for the following children: Child #1 needs an updated monthly feeding schedule, Child#5 and Child #6 needs sign parent permission for screen time and parent right to know.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
- Nov 7, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jul 14, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
27P Hazardous Materials
“Updated radon test is needed.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2025
22P Children's Files
“Complete files are needed for the following children: Child #4 and Child #6 needs a health appraisal with immunization and blood lead test result. Child #1 needs parent right to know and screentime.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2025
Feb 18, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
OCCL Standards Complaint (Substantiated)
“OCCL s investigation of regulatory non-compliance began after clearance from other agencies was received. The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding improper discipline on October 15, 2024. An investigation began on February 8, 2025, and concluded on February 14, 2025. This complaint is substantiated for improper discipline because during other agencies interviews, two children stated Provider #1 has hit children; however, Provider #1 denies ever hitting any child.”
Jul 16, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
22P Children's Files
“Update feeding schedule for one child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2024
Jul 11, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
OCCL Standards Complaint (Substantiated)
“The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint on June 3, 2024, regarding not meeting the needs of the children and unsafe outdoor areas. An investigation began on June 24, 2024, and concluded on June 25, 2024. This complaint is substantiated for having an unsafe outdoor play area because during this investigation, LS Donovan observed broken toys, a wading pool with standing water, and floating toys on top of a small trampoline in the outdoor area. There is no evidence to substantiate that [name] is not meeting the needs of the children because [name] stated she cleans the children's faces when they get dirty.”
Jul 6, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
40P Diapering and Soiled Clothing
“Purchase a foot activated diaper pail for diapering and a non- porous surface for diaper changes”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2023
30P Fire Safety
“Tag the fire extinguisher”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2023
29P Indoor Space
“Ensure child care space is free from hazard. Remove all cardboard boxes and other hazards from the living room and kitchen area. Send pictures”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2023
22P Children's Files
“Complete file is needed for Child #4 . Child #4 is needed a lead screening result.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2023
Jan 31, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
OCCL Standards Complaint (Substantiated)
“The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint on January 3, 2023, regarding improper discipline, infant daily records, accident/ injury reports, not cutting food to prevent choking, not following an infant feeding statement, not keeping the home clean, hazard free, and in a safe condition, and sanitation. An investigation was conducted on January 17, 2023. The complaint is substantiated for accident/ injury reports because [name] stated she verbally informs parents of minor injuries. This complaint is substantiated for sanitation because this specialist observed nap mats stored touching. This complaint is substantiated for not following an infant feeding statement because Child #3, an eight-month-old who began care on January 4, 2023, did not have an infant feeding schedule on file. There is no evidence to substantiate the allegation of improper feeding of infants, not keeping the home clean, hazard free, and in a safe condition, not cutting food to prevent choking, and improper discipline because [name] denied these allegations, and this specialist did not observe a hazardous environment while speaking with [name] in her home.”
Jul 12, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
8P License Renewal
“Ensure to submit the renewal application 60 days before license expiration. Submit the renewal application to OCCL.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2022
30P Fire Safety
“Ensure the fire extinguisher is updated annually. Submit receipt.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2022
29P Indoor Space
“Remove the pressure gates from the child care space by the kitchen, bathroom and office.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2022
21P Parents Right to Know Act
“Ensure to update the parent right to know log to include all children enrolled and who tours the home.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2022
15P Use of a Substitute
“Provide a health appraisal with TB and a first aid certification for the non-emergency substitute.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2022
Jan 13, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
42P Administration of Medication
“Ensure to document all children's medication on an MAR. Child #3 needs a MAR for Destin and Gas Relief.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2022
25P Infants' Records
“Ensure to document infant daily schedule to include feeding, sleeping, and diapering for Child #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2022
22P Children's Files
“Child #3 needs an updated feeding schedule. Child #4 and Child #5 need lead results.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Latonya Bruce
Is Latonya Bruce licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Latonya Bruce last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on July 7, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Latonya Bruce had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Latonya Bruce care for?
9, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Latonya Bruce accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Latonya Bruce's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (302) 727-1287 to confirm.
How much does Latonya Bruce cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 727-1287 to ask.
What is Latonya Bruce's phone number?
(302) 727-1287.
Where is Latonya Bruce?
Bridgeville, DE 19933. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.