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Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 38
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
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About
About Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center
Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Newark, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 38 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 38 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 38 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center 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 Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 38 children
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #852085
Summary
3 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent Apr 2, 2025
4 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
- Records and paperwork 2
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 2, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
53U Outdoor Area
“Ensure fall zones requirements are met. Toddler playground area needs mulch around the equipment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025
49U Indoor Space
“Ensure children's equipment is cleanable and in good repair. Replace or repair comfy couch in toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete Staff #1 needs 2 references.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025
Apr 4, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
43U Children's Attendance
“Ensure children's attendance includes exact arrival and departure times. At the time of the visit, one child was not signed into the preschool classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2024
- Jan 2, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
49U Indoor Space
“Ensure floors, walls, and surfaces are cleanable and in good repair. Repair baseboards in pre-k room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2023
45U Hazardous Materials
“Ensure chemicals are inaccessible to children. Lock cabinet in the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2023
36U Staff Attendance
“Ensure staff attendance is accurate. At the time of the visit, one staff member was not signed into the preschool room.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center
Is Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on April 2, 2025, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 3 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 Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center care for?
38, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 368-2028 to ask.
What is Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center's phone number?
(302) 368-2028.
Where is Precious Knowledge Early Learning Center?
1000 Village Circle, Newark, DE 19713. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Experience, 0.2 miles away.