La Fiesta
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Ministry of Caring Child Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 73
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $280
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About
About Ministry of Caring Child Care Center
Ministry of Caring Child Care Center is a licensed child care center in Wilmington, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 73 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 73 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks old through kindergarten age |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Staff | Fully certified professionals trained in early childhood education |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Purchase of Care |
| Licensed capacity | 73 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ministry of Caring Child Care 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 Ministry of Caring Child Care Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 73 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #29622
Summary
8 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent Aug 20, 2026
5 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 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 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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Aug 20, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
OCCL Standards Complaint (Substantiated)
“On July 28, 2026, OCCL received a complaint alleging the center failed to notify Parent #1 of Child #1's swollen eye, failed to provide an injury report, and failed to follow its policy for responding to a parent complaint. An unannounced investigation was conducted on August 4, 2026. Staff #1 confirmed Child #1's left eye was swollen after nap, ice was applied, Parent #1 was not informed at the time the swelling was noticed nor at pick-up, and an incident/injury report was not completed. This evidence substantiates the allegation concerning lack of parent notification of important information regarding a child and failure to provide an accident/injury report. Regarding the allegation of not following the policy of responding to parents complaints, the investigation showed Administrator #1 spoke with Parent #1 about their concerns and reviewed the requested video footage by pick-up time. The information obtained did not establish that the center failed to follow its policy for responding to Parent #1's complaint. Additional concerns noted during this investigation include administering medication with an incomplete Medication Administration Record (MAR) and not following medication timing as outlined in the Delaware Administration of Medication Self-Training Guide. Based on the results of the investigation, this complaint was: Substantiated”
- Jul 7, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- May 29, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 24, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Oct 9, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
72U Feeding of Infants
“Ensure monthly infant schedules are completed and updated monthly.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
53U Outdoor Area
“Ensure fence/gates are hazard-free and operational. Gate is missing slats and needs to be repaired. *Remove all hazards and trash from the playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
49U Indoor Space
“Ensure walls and ceiling tiles are clean and cleanable. *Replace ceiling tiles in red room and infant room. *Repair wall next to sink in orange room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
- Aug 1, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Oct 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
40U Child Files
“Submit the following to complete children's files: blood lead test results for three children; current parents right to know for five children; a developmental plan for one child.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2024
- Jun 24, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 23, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Oct 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
40U Child Files
“Submit blood lead test results for 3 children to complete children's files.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2023
Show 2 earlier visits
- Aug 15, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Oct 5, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
75U Activity Areas
“Establish art centers in all rooms for children two-years-old and older (the 4/5 room has one.)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
56U Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments
“Arrange the nap sheets and blankets so they are not touching.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
51U Toilet Facilities
“Thoroughly clean the bathroom in the blue room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
49U Indoor Space
“Repair or replace the countertops for the yellow and blue rooms; adjust the water temperature to 120 degrees F or below in the bathroom in the yellow room”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023
42U Documenting Children's Progress
“Submit inf./toddler developmental plans for 2 children”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
40U Child Files
“Submit the following to complete children's files: hours and days of attendance for 3 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
30U Personnel Files
“Submit the following to complete staff files: medication certification or training for 2 staff, CPR/FA cert. for 1 staff, prof. dev. plan for 1 staff, a job description for 1 staff, declaration and drug/alcohol for 1 staff, a health appraisal w/tb for 1 staff, eligibility letters for 2 staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Ministry of Caring Child Care Center
Is Ministry of Caring Child Care Center licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Ministry of Caring Child Care Center last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on August 20, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ministry of Caring Child Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Ministry of Caring Child Care Center care for?
73, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Ministry of Caring Child Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ministry of Caring Child Care Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ministry of Caring Child Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 652-8992 to ask.
What is Ministry of Caring Child Care Center's phone number?
(302) 652-8992.
Where is Ministry of Caring Child Care Center?
221 North Jackson Street, Wilmington, DE 19805. The nearest other daycare we list is Wilmington Head Start, Inc. - Van Buren Street Center, 0.1 miles away.