Licensed Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Twinkle Little Stars-early Education Center
New Castle, DE
· New Castle County
34 PARKWAY CIR,
New Castle, DE 19720
Quick Facts
Capacity
38 children
Age Range
8 weeks through 12 years.
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
Missing details such as transportation or rates? Suggest an update to help other families.
Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
1328421
Issued By
Delaware Department of Services For Children, Youth And Their Families
Licensor
District Office
State of Delaware, Office of Child Care Licensing
Reviews
Write a Review
Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about Twinkle Little Stars-early Education Center. Let other families know what's great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.
Review Policy: ChildcareCenter.us does not actively screen or monitor user reviews, nor do we verify or edit content.
Reviews reflect only the opinion of the writer. We ask that users follow our
review guidelines.
Providers are welcome to respond to parental reviews, however we ask that they identify themselves as the provider.
About the Provider
TWINKLE LITTLE STARS-EARLY EDUCATION CENTER is a Licensed Child Care Center in NEW CASTLE DE, with a maximum capacity of 38 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 8 weeks through 12 years.. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Additional Information:
Financial Arrangements: Child Care Food Program;Purchase of Care;
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Date | Type | Regulation Code | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | Non Compliance | 24U - Staff Qualifications | Completed |
| Corrective Action: All staff must have a DEEDS certificate on file before being able to be left alone with children. Staff #1 and #2 were observed caring for children by themselves. | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2026-05-21 | Non Compliance | 28U - General Qualifications | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Ensure all staff members have current Eligibility Letter issued by CHU on file. Staff #3 was working with children without an Eligibility Letter. However, a Provisional Eligibility letter was issued, but it was due to expire in April. The administrator had PA CAN and Criminal on file, and was unaware it needed to be submitted to CHU. | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2026-05-21 | Non Compliance | 30U - Personnel Files | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Ensure all staff files are complete. The following is needed: - Admin of Medication--Staff #1 - Orientation -- Staff #1 - OCCL H/S Training--Staff #1 - Job Description--Staff #3 - 1 Reference--Staff #1 - Release of Employment--Staff #3 - Service Letters (if applicable)--Staff #3 | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2026-05-21 | Non Compliance | 8U - License Renewal | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Ensure all renewal application materials are submitted to OCCL 60 days prior to the license expiration of April 30, 2026. The application was submitted on 5/14/2026 via email, and LS obtained the remaining documentation at the visit. | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility Visit |
|||
| 2025-05-20 | Non Compliance | 30U - Personnel Files | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Ensure all staff files are complete. The following is needed: - Staff #1 needs an updated Annual Review of Safe Sleep and Abuse and Neglect (this was a TA item since Staff #1 is a sub and has not worked this licensing year.) - Staff #2 needs OCCL Health and Safety training and Proof of 2 attempts to receive Service Letters. - Staff #3 needs OCCL Health and Safety training, Application, References, Release of Employment and Service Letters. - Staff #4 needs an updated annual review of Safe Sleep and Abuse and Neglect, OCCL Health and Safety Training, and a Receipt for Updated Fingerprints. | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2025-05-20 | Non Compliance | 40U - Child Files | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Ensure Child Files are complete. The following items are needed: - Date of Enrollment for Child #1 - Updated immunizations for Child #4 - Blood Lead Screener for Child #3 and 8 - Transportation Permission for Child #8 - Mat Permission for Child #9 | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2025-05-20 | Non Compliance | 42U - Documenting Children's Progress | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Updated Developmental Plans are needed for Child #1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2025-05-20 | Non Compliance | 45U - Hazardous Materials | Completed |
| Corrective Action: -Ensure cleaners in the Infant Room are labeled. - Ensure cleaners are inaccesible to children--they were observed within reach in both hallway bathrooms and air fresheners were accessible in the hallways cabinet (next to bathroom) | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2025-05-20 | Non Compliance | 49U - Indoor Space | Completed |
| Corrective Action: - Air Fresheners are prohibited -- remove from all spaces used by children. - If a power strip is utilized in classroom, must have plug covers in unused spots. - Ensure all trash is covered (in both bathrooms). - Repair or replace trash can in Two's Room. | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2025-05-20 | Non Compliance | 50U - Kitchen and Food Preparation | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Kitchen refrigerator and freezer need to be cleaned and organized and thermometer needs to be in the freezer reading below 0 . Send pic to OCCL. - Food that is opened and stored in the kitchen needs to be labeled with expiration date and date opened. | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2025-05-20 | Non Compliance | 51U - Toilet Facilities | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Ensure all air register vents are cleaned and free from dust in all rooms and hallways occupied by the children. | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2025-05-20 | Non Compliance | 53U - Outdoor Area | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Both gates on the playground must have working self-latching mechanisms and may not be locked when in use (back gate was closed shut with duct tape). Send pics to OCCL. | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2025-05-20 | Non Compliance | 56U - Sleeping Accommodations and Safe Sleep Environments | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Ensure all nap mats are free from tears and rips and are cleanable. There was 1 in the Two's Room and 1 in the Preschool room. Send pics to OCCL. | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2025-05-20 | Non Compliance | 61U - Diapering and Soiled Clothing | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Ensure a disposable covering is used on the diaper changing mats. Send pics to OCCL. | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
| 2025-05-20 | Non Compliance | 63U - Administration of Medication | Completed |
| Corrective Action: Ensure all Medication Administration Records are signed by parent/guardian. Child #11's family must sign MAR. Send pic to OCCL. | |||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Document |
|||
If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.
Ask the Community
Connect, seek advice, share knowledge.
Providers in ZIP Code 19720
Looking for Child Care?
Helpful Resources
How to Choose a Child Care Center
Read article →
Questions to Ask During a Tour
Read article →
Licensing Guide
Read article →