Destined for Greatness Learning Center
24 East North Street, Smyrna, DE
Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 52
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $139
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About
About Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy
Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Smyrna, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 52 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and pre-k.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 52 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Starting at 12 months to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Staff | Expert E.C.E. teachers |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Early Care Education Program (state-funded) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (Delaware 4 stars) |
| Licensed capacity | 52 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Kent County has a median price of $139 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$156
Toddler
Center$139
Home daycare$128
Preschool
Center$145
Home daycare$129
School age
Center$111
Home daycare$64
State record
Inspection reports for Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 52 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1476660
Summary
5 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent Jun 25, 2026
9 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
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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Jun 25, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
77U Infant and Toddler Care
“Refrain from using styrofoam bowls for infant and toddler meals.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2026
53U Outdoor Area
“Repair the exit on the playground to ensure the self latching mechanism is working.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2026
50U Kitchen and Food Preparation
“Ensure food containers are labeled with contents and expiration dates.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2026
49U Indoor Space
“Clean the vents in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2026
30U Personnel Files
“Complete staff files are needed, one staff needs updated CPR and First Aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
27U Ratios, Group Size, and Supervision
“Ensure classroom maintain ratio at all times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2026
- Jun 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Jun 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. One staff needs OCCL's health and safety training. One staff needs annual review of abuse and neglect.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2025
Apr 4, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
OCCL Standards Complaint (Substantiated)
“On March 20, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing received a complaint regarding accident/injury procedures and unsafe outdoor equipment. An investigation was conducted on March 24, 2025. This complaint is substantiated for accident/injury procedures because staff stated they did not inform parent of an injury to the child s head when it occurred, and an injury report was not given to the parent in a timely manner. There is no evidence to substantiate unsafe outdoor equipment because the playground is in good repair.”
Jun 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
40U Child Files
“Ensure child files are complete. Child #5 needs a corrected and completed MAR for diaper cream on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2024
Jun 23, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
74U Lesson Plans
“Ensure lessons plan has weekly food/healthy habits, science, music, and sensory. -Room 2 and Room 4 need food/healthy habits.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2023
51U Toilet Facilities
“Ensure ventilation fan in Room 2 bathroom is working.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2023
49U Indoor Space
“Ensure all surfaces are repaired and cleanable. -Patch and paint the wall in Room 4 bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2023
Dec 9, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
74U Lesson Plans
“Ensure lesson plans include all the required components. Room 2 was missing the special activities on their lesson plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2022
41U Child Health Appraisal
“Ensure children have updated health records. Child #8 needs updated health appraisal with immunizations.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2023
Oct 20, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
40U Child Files
“Ensure child files are complete Child #2, 5, and 7 need lead test results. Child #9 needs a health appraisal with immunizations, and lead test results. Child #6 needs screen time permission.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 11, 2022
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. Staff #1 and 2 need a health appraisal on OCCL's form.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 11, 2022
27U Ratios, Group Size, and Supervision
“Ensure unqualified staff members are not left alone to supervise children. LS Smith observed Staff #3 supervising several classrooms alone while other staff member went to the bathroom. Staff #3 is qualified as an Aide. This was discussed and corrected wit the administrator agreed to comply.”
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 16, 2022VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy
Is Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on June 25, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 4 of 5 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 Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy care for?
52, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 659-0750 to ask.
What is Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy's phone number?
(302) 659-0750.
Where is Rainbow Xpress Learning Academy?
310 N Main St, Smyrna, DE 19977. The nearest other daycare we list is Academy of Early Learning, 0.1 miles away.