Destined for Greatness
Daycare center in Wilmington, DE. 1511 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809
About the program
Destined for Greatness is a licensed daycare center in Wilmington, Delaware. It is licensed for 62 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.
It does not accept child care subsidy.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Destined for Greatness does not publish a fee schedule. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $590 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →Most violations are record-keeping, training or maintenance items, and nearly every program has some. Read what each one was and how fast it was fixed. Delaware records each regulation found out of compliance at a review, with the corrective action required and the date it was corrected. The state does not assign a risk level.
Staff Qualifications (regulation 24U)
Ensure the named administrator on file has the DEEDS Early Learning Specialized Training in School Aged Care.
Personnel Files (regulation 30U)
Ensure staff files are complete. Staff #2 needs CPR/First Aid and 2 additional professional development training hours.
Child Files (regulation 40U)
Ensure child files are complete. The following is needed. Child #2 and #9 need blood lead screening results.
Hazardous Materials (regulation 45U)
Ensure cleaners are in their correct and labeled bottles in the preschool classroom.
Indoor Space (regulation 49U)
Ensure child cubbies in the preschool classroom are labeled with the child's name.
Show all 17 violations on file
Outdoor Area (regulation 53U)
Ensure fall zones on the playground are maintained with an appropriate amount of mulch. Specifically under the stairs leading up the climber, under the slide landing, under the climbing dome, etc.
Equipment (regulation 57U)
Ensure all equipment/materials needed in the classroom are present in the preschool room. The following is needed: - Art materials (available for independent exploration) - Science materials (available for independent exploration) - Music (available for independent exploration)
Diapering and Soiled Clothing (regulation 61U)
Ensure diaper changing procedures are posted in the preschool classroom.
Emergency Planning (regulation 66U)
Ensure there is an adequate supply of emergency food and water on hand for 48 hours.
Transportation (regulation 67U)
Ensure all requirements are obtained in order to provide transportation services. The children that participate in transportation need permission on file. The car used for transportation needs to have the backseat floor area cleaned. A fire extinguisher needs to be obtained and in the car at all times.
Lesson Plans (regulation 74U)
Ensure current lesson plans are always posted in the preschool classroom. The plan posted had a February date.
License Renewal (regulation 8U)
Ensure renewal application is received by OCCL office 60 days prior to license expiration of 4/30/2026. The renewal application was received by OCCL on 3/18/2026.
Personnel Files (regulation 30U)
Ensure staff files are complete. Staff #1 needs a completed orientation, OCCL Health and Safety Course, and Administration of Medication.
Feeding of Infants (regulation 72U)
Ensure Infant Feeding Schedules are updated monthly and signed by parent/guardian. Send updated forms to OCCL when obtained.
Personnel Files (regulation 30U)
Ensure Staff Files are complete: -Staff #1 needs two documented attempts at obtaining a Service Letter. -Staff #2 needs one reference -Staff #3 needs CPR/First Aid, Adult Abuse Registry Check, and two documented attempts at obtaining a Service Letter.
Child Files (regulation 40U)
Ensure Child Files are complete. -Child #3 and need Transportation Permission -Child #4 needs Blood Lead Screening Results
First Aid Kits (regulation 65U)
Ensure a complete first aid kit is present in the facility. The center kit needs a thermometer
What parents say
My son has attended Holly Oak for 3 years. In that time he has grown so much developmentally. His teachers always felt more like family and have gone above and beyond their roles to help my child succeed and feel comfortable.
Lianna Schaefer · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoDO NOT RECOMMEND. My two children, 1 and 3, were enrolled at Holly Oak for less than a year. The initial tour was great but we learned there were a bunch of empty promises. While some of the teachers may be wonderful, the MANAGEMENT is terrible. Immediately we noticed lesson plans for my three year old (at the time) were not being posted to the app, as promised. We went to the teacher, assistant director, and…
Shay Giraldo · 1/5 on Google · 2 years agoMy precious 9 month granddaughter go here she's never been left with anyone other than myself , her mom and pop pop she never cry she has fun everyday, they keep her clean , well fed , nurtured and most importantly they keep her safe , I really really recommend Destined for Greatness Child care,staff is very very good and friendly, Mrs Amy is the best she so warm friendly caring she's like a mommy to my granddaughter…
Renita Gardner Kimp · 5/5 on Google · a year agoGetting there
1511 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809
Questions about Destined for Greatness
Is Destined for Greatness licensed?
Yes. Destined for Greatness holds an active Child Care Center licence from Delaware Department of Education, Office of Child Care Licensing (licence 1650198), with a licensed capacity of 62 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Destined for Greatness had any inspection violations?
Delaware records 17 violations for Destined for Greatness in the last three years, across 3 inspections on file. The median daycare center in the area has 7. Each one is listed above with the date it was corrected.
What ages does Destined for Greatness take?
Destined for Greatness is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages, and is open 6 am to 6 pm, Mon to Fri.
How much does Destined for Greatness cost?
Destined for Greatness does not publish tuition. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
