Germaine Oden
Bear, DE 19701 · toddlers to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Mil Academy
- licensed capacity
- 57
- open each week
- 7 days
- a week, county median
- $280
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About
About The Mil Academy
The Mil Academy is a licensed child care center in New Castle, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 57 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM; Saturday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with infant care, preschool and summer camp.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriSchool-ageSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpen every dayOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 57 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| SundayToday | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks through 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and summer camp |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Daily life | Extended care: Saturday and Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 57 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Mil Academy 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 The Mil Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 57 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1692343
Summary
2 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent May 14, 2026
14 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 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safety and hazards 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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May 14, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
58U Sanitation
“Ensure a spray bottle with soap and water is available at the diaper changing table in the hallway bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2026
57U Equipment
“Ensure equipment is in good repair. The sofa in the Trailblazer classroom is ripped.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2026
49U Indoor Space
“Ensure surfaces are cleanable. -Repair/Replace ceiling tiles in the hallway bathroom. -Repair/repaint the wall near the emergency exit in the Trailblazers classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2026
40U Child Files
“Ensure children's files are complete. -Child #8 needs blood lead screening results.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2026
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. -Staff #1 needs an adult health appraisal with TB.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2026
Mar 19, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
61U Diapering and Soiled Clothing
“Ensure a non-porous surface in the diaper changing area in the hallway bathroom.”
58U Sanitation
“Ensure disinfectant is available in all open classrooms, and bathrooms.”
56U Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments
“Ensure rest equipment is safe. A broken crib was observed in the infant classroom.”
50U Kitchen and Food Preparation
“Ensure the freezer in the kitchen below is below 0 degrees.”
49U Indoor Space
“Ensure wall areas are cleanable and in good repair. -Repair the bathroom wall around the outlet in the hallway bathroom. -Remove all air fresheners in all classrooms.”
48U Heating and Cooling
“Ensure classroom temperatures are between 68-82 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026
45U Hazardous Materials
“Ensure hazardous materials are stored in an inaccessible. Remove lime cleaner from the hallway bathroom.”
Corrected during the visit
40U Child Files
“Ensure children's files are completed. Health appraisal for Child #1, #3, and #7. Immunizations for Child #1, #3, and #7. Blood Lead screening results for Child #1, #3, #5, and #7.”
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. Staff #1 needs orientation and references. Staff #2 needs orientation, OCCL Health and Safety training, application/data sheets, job description, references, declaration, drug/alcohol statement, health appraisal, release of employee, and service letters.”
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FAQ
Questions about The Mil Academy
Is The Mil Academy licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Mil Academy last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on May 14, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Mil Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 2 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Mil Academy care for?
57, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Mil Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Mil Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM; Saturday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Mil Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (302) 832-1891 to ask.
What is The Mil Academy's phone number?
(302) 832-1891.
Where is The Mil Academy?
1169 South Dupont Highway, New Castle, DE 19720. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Hearts Childcare Preschool-Nursery, 0.3 miles away.