Kindercare (Casho Mill)
1520 Casho Mill Road, Newark, DE
4.5· 36 reviews
University of Delaware Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 321
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $612
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About
About University of Delaware Early Learning Center
University of Delaware Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Newark, Delaware. It is licensed by the state, for up to 321 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, full-time care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $612 to $1,760.
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 321 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 | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Birth to 2nd grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based, STEM / STEAM |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 321 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
University of Delaware Early Learning Center lists monthly tuition from $612 to $1,760. 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).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Infant (2026/2027 school year, full-day) | $1,760 |
| Preschool (2026/2027 school year, full-day) | $1,352 |
| School Age (2026/2027 school year, full-day) | $612 |
| Toddler (2026/2027 school year, full-day) | $1,596 |
4 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
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 University of Delaware Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 321 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #531658
Summary
5 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent Mar 25, 2026
8 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
- Food and nutrition 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safe sleep 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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- Mar 25, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 10, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Apr 11, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
72U Feeding of Infants
“Ensure bottles are warmed in water no more than 120'F. Classroom #1 was 156', classroom #3 was 152', classroom #5 was 123'.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2025
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. Staff #3 needs CPR/FA.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2025
- Jun 21, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Apr 15, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
61U Diapering and Soiled Clothing
“Ensure diaper changing mat is cleanable. Replace mat in the Infant 3 classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
57U Equipment
“Ensure couch in classrooms are in good repair. Couches in Toddlers 2 and Pre-School 5 need to be repaired or removed.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
56U Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments
“Ensure cots are cleanable. Replace ripped cots in Pre-School 6, Pre-School 1, Pre-School 8, and Pre-School 2.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
53U Outdoor Area
“Remove all hazards on playgrounds. Remove 3 broken bins on pre-school playground and repair sliding on infant playground.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
40U Child Files
“Ensure children's files are complete. Child #8 needs blood lead screening results and Child #21 needs health appraisal with immunizations.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
30U Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are completed. Staff #1 needs two references. Staff #2 needs orientation. Staff #3 release of employment and service letter.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
Apr 17, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
40U Child Files
“All child files must be complete. Send documentation of the date of enrollment and hours/days attended for eight children. Send the phone number for the emergency contacts for one child. Send the immunization record for one child. Send the mat permission forms for three children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2023
30U Personnel Files
“All staff files must be complete. Send the current CPR/First Aid for 11 staff members. Send the completed Administration of Medication certificate for five staff members. Send the annual professional development plan for four staff members. Send the annual child abuse and neglect for four staff members. Send the annual safe sleep for four staff members. Send the completed staff orientation record for one staff member. Send two references for one staff member. Send the updated fingerprinting receipt for three staff members. Send the adult abuse registry for one staff member. Send the adult health appraisal with TB for five staff members. Send the service letters for two staff members.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2023
- Nov 5, 2021VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about University of Delaware Early Learning Center
Is University of Delaware Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was University of Delaware Early Learning Center last inspected?
Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on March 25, 2026. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has University of Delaware Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 2 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 University of Delaware Early Learning Center care for?
321, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does University of Delaware Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are University of Delaware Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does University of Delaware Early Learning Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $612 to $1,760, as it lists it.
What is University of Delaware Early Learning Center's phone number?
(302) 831-6205.
Where is University of Delaware Early Learning Center?
489 Wyoming Rd, Newark, DE 19716. The nearest other daycare we list is Newark Methodist Preschool, 0.1 miles away.