Victoria Burns
Wilmington, DE 19809 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Learning Center at Calvary
- licensed capacity
- 100
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
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About
About The Learning Center at Calvary
The Learning Center at Calvary is a licensed child care center in Wilmington, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 100 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
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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
- 100 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: Ages 1-12 |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Staff | Administration and teaching staff has more than 3 decades of experience in early childhood education and child care |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation for Before & After Care students) |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (Delaware STARS – 4 stars) |
| Licensed capacity | 100 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Learning Center at Calvary 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 The Learning Center at Calvary
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 100 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #621538
Summary
3 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent Sep 25, 2026
6 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
- Safety and hazards 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Sep 25, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
OCCL Standards Complaint (Substantiated)
“The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received four complaints regarding concerns of not using positive behavior supports and failure to report suspected child abuse or neglect. An investigation was conducted on September 2, 2026, which included interviews with Owner #1 and Staff #2 and review of video footage involving Staff #1, Child #1, and Child #2. This complaint is substantiated regarding failure to use positive behavior supports. Video footage showed Staff #1 physically held Child #1, used inappropriate language and interactions while managing Child #1's behavior, and intentionally startled Child #2 during nap time. This complaint is substantiated regarding failure to report suspected child abuse or neglect. Information obtained during the investigation showed Staff #1 was aware of the concerns and did not call the Child Abuse and Neglect Report Line, and when Staff #1 notified Owner #1 of the allegations, Owner #1 contacted the Report Line seven days after notifying OCCL.”
- Jul 22, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Aug 5, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
77U Infant and Toddler Care
“Ensure electrical outlets are covered. Cover outlets in school age room and indoor play area.”
Corrected during the visit
57U Equipment
“Ensure equipment is in good condition. School age room dramatic play stove and table need repair or replacement.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
51U Toilet Facilities
“Ensure there are proper number of toilets for the children in attendance. There is only one working bathroom upstairs. Repair toilet in the other bathroom and send pictures to OCCL.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
50U Kitchen and Food Preparation
“Ensure the refrigerators reads 41 degrees or colder. One year old room, is reading 50 degrees and the two year old room is reading 44.5 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
33U Annual Training
“Ensure all staff files are complete. Staff #9 needs OCCL health and safety training for child care professionals. Staff #11 needs references and health assessment with TB results.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2024
Aug 7, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
28U General Qualifications
“Ensure all staff have a comprehensive background check and eligibility determination or provisional eligibility notification on file. Staff #1 has pending Maryland out-of-state clearance outstanding. Send an elgibility letter for staff #1 to OCCL by August 25, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2023
Jul 24, 2023Visit1 rule cited
OCCL Standards Complaint (Substantiated)
“On June 14, 2023, the Office of Child Care Licensing received a complaint regarding not accommodating a child with special needs and not following the center's expulsion policy. An investigation was conducted on June 15, 2023. Based on the results of this investigation, this complaint is substantiated for the center not following its own expulsion policy because the center s policy states families will be given at least five days notice before being dismissed from care. There is no evidence the center did not accommodate a child with special needs because this specialist reviewed Child #1 s Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) and observed systems in place in the classroom as contained in the IEP.”
Jul 24, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
OCCL Standards Complaint (Substantiated)
“On June 14, 2023, the Office of Child Care Licensing received a complaint regarding not accommodating a child with special needs and not following the center's expulsion policy. An investigation was conducted on June 15, 2023. Based on the results of this investigation, this complaint is substantiated for the center not following its own expulsion policy because the center s policy states families will be given at least five days notice before being dismissed from care. There is no evidence the center did not accommodate a child with special needs because this specialist reviewed Child #1 s Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) and observed systems in place in the classroom as contained in the IEP.”
- Oct 26, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Aug 18, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
53U Outdoor Area
“Ensure fall zones are protected. Mulch needs to be filled to DECLARE regulations for fall zones. Sandbox had standing water and was not completely covered. Ensure sandbox cover is tightly covering the entire sandbox and standing water is removed.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
50U Kitchen and Food Preparation
“The refrigerator temperature was 57 degrees. The administrator stated they use the refrigerator upstairs for they for storage until a new refrigerator arrives. Delivered food needs to be labeled with contents and date of preparation or expiration.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are completed. Staff # 1 needs one more reference. Staff #2: Needs a second attempt for service letters and 2 more references. Staff #3: Needs a signed PDP, Job Description, 2 References, Declaration, Drug/Alcohol statement, and Adult Abuse registry. Staff #4: Needs a Job Description Staff #5: Needed a signed PDP”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
27U Ratios, Group Size, and Supervision
“Staff to Child ratio needs to be maintained at all times. There were 21 children in the Pre-K room and the administrator was in the room covering because of a call-out. The administrator was enabled to answer the door without affecting ratios in the classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 29, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 19, 2021VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Learning Center at Calvary
Is The Learning Center at Calvary licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Learning Center at Calvary last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on September 25, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Learning Center at Calvary had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 The Learning Center at Calvary care for?
100, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Learning Center at Calvary accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Learning Center at Calvary's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Learning Center at Calvary cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 762-2226 to ask.
What is The Learning Center at Calvary's phone number?
(302) 762-2226.
Where is The Learning Center at Calvary?
304 Lore Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19809. The nearest other daycare we list is Shari Clarke, 0.6 miles away.