Brightpath Porter
A licensed child care center in Bear, Delaware 19701
1703 Porter Road, Bear, Delaware 19701. (302) 838-5400.
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The short answer
Record last released by Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing on Oct 23, 2026.
Each figure’s source sits beside it, in its section below.
What these words mean4
- Inspection (survey)
- A visit by state inspectors, often unannounced, who check a place against the rules it must meet. For nursing homes and other places Medicare pays, CMS calls these visits surveys: a standard survey of a nursing home comes at least every 15 months, and a complaint survey whenever a complaint calls for one. Source: CMS; 42 CFR 488.308.
- Deficiency, citation, violation
- What inspectors write up when a place didn’t meet a rule: the rule, what they saw, and when. CMS calls it a deficiency; states may say citation or violation. It is the inspectors’ finding, not a court’s, and the place is usually asked for a plan to correct it. Source: CMS, statement of deficiencies (Form CMS-2567); each state’s licensing agency.
- Licence status
- Whether the state’s licence lets the place operate now, in the state’s own words: licensed, on probation (allowed to keep operating on conditions, after problems), provisional, pending or expired. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
- Capacity
- The most people the licence or certification lets the place care for at once: residents, children, beds or apartments, as the state counts them. It isn’t how many are there now. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
What did inspectors find?
5 visits with violations in the last three years, the latest on May 4, 2026; Delaware doesn’t list visits that found nothing.
11 violations cited in the last three years.
Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing, Child Care Licensing Compliance Review Information. Released Oct 23, 2026. Updated daily.
When those violations happened
11 violations in 5 months of the last 36. Last cited May 2026. The last 3 years, to Oct 24, 2026.
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Hover or focus a month to read it.
Hearth Record drew this from the dates and levels in the source’s own records.
Each violation, in its source’s words
Grouped by visit, newest first, with the level its source gave it.
Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing, Child Care Licensing Compliance Review Information. Released Oct 23, 2026. Updated daily.
May 4, 2026: unannounced Full Compliance Review5 violations
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Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. PD plan needed for staff #1. Annual safe sleep for Staff # 11, 12. Orientations is needed for Staff #1, 3, 11, 12. OCCL health and Safety Training for Staff #1, 3, 8, 11, 12. Job Description needed for Staff #11. References needed for Staff #4 (2), Staff #8 (2). Adult Abuse is needed for Staff #1, 11, 12. Release for employment is needed for Staff #1. Please send documentation to OCCL by June 5, 2026.”
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First Aid and CPR Training
“Ensure staff are certified in CPR and First Aid within two months of hire. Staff #10 needs an updated certification. Send documentation to OCCL by June 5, 2026.”
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Child Files
“Ensure child files are complete. Date of enrollment and days attending needed for CHIld #1, 2, 8, 16. Emergency card information needed for Childs #1, 2, 3, 8. Updated health appraisal needed for Child #1, 3, 6, 11, 14, 15, 16. Immunizations needed for Child #3, 14, 16. Blood lead results needed for Child #14, 15 Transportation and medication permission needed for Child #1, 3, 8. Send documentation to OCCL by June 5, 2026.”
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Indoor Space
“Ensure garbage cans are covered. Preschool 1 and Preschool 2 classrooms need trash cans with lids. Send picture/documentation to OCCL by June 5, 2026.”
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Transportation
“Ensure vans drivers have poison control number. Add poison control number to van. Send picture/documentation to OCCL by June 5, 2026.”
Mar 18, 2026: complaint Visit1 violation
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Positive Behavior Management
“Ensure positive Behavior Management policy is followed. A licensee shall ensure the following actions are prohibited. Roughly handling a child or physical punishment inflicted on a child s body, including, but not limited to the following: shaking, grabbing, striking, hairpulling, biting, pinching, plucking, slapping, hitting, kicking, or spanking. Self-report from administrator: Staff #1 hit/smacked Child #1 on the hand. Staff #2 did not report this incident to administration. Staff #1 was placed on administrative leave and terminated. Staff #2 received a final written warning for failure to report.”
Aug 15, 2025: complaint Visit1 violation
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Positive Behavior Management
“A licensee shall ensure that all staff use prevention strategies, appropriate redirection rather than restraint, and positive developmentally-appropriate methods of behavior supports for children, which encourage self-control, selfdirection, positive self-esteem, social responsibility, and cooperation.”
May 16, 2025: unannounced Full Compliance Review3 violations
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Personnel Files
“Ensure staff files are complete. Staff #2 and #3 need 7-hour health and safety training Staff #4 needs an Application or a Personal data sheet and a Job description. Staff #5 needs service letters and two or four references Send corrections to OCCL by June 16, 2025.”
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Child Files
“Ensure child files are complete. Child #11 and #16 need Blood lead screening results. Child #15 needs screen time permission Send documentation to OCCL by June 16, 2025.”
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Hazardous Materials
“Ensure radon testing is completed every five years. Send the updated report to OCCL by June 16, 2025.”
May 13, 2024: unannounced Full Compliance Review1 violation
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Child Files
“Ensure child files are complete. Child #7 & # 8, need blood lead results Child #12, who is new to the program needs blood lead results too. . Please send documentation to OCCL by June 12, 2024.”
All 5 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
|---|---|---|
| May 4, 2026 | Unannounced Full Compliance Review | 5 violations cited |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Complaint Visit | 1 violation cited |
| Aug 15, 2025 | Complaint Visit | 1 violation cited |
| May 16, 2025 | Unannounced Full Compliance Review | 3 violations cited |
| May 13, 2024 | Unannounced Full Compliance Review | 1 violation cited |
Is it licensed?
- Licensed Child Care Center.
- Ages served, in Delaware’s words: 6 weeks through 12 years.
- Takes part in: Child Care Food Program (meals reimbursed), Purchase of Care (state-subsidized child care).
- Licence number 1512149.
- Capacity: 160 children.
Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing, Licensed Child Care Providers and Facilities. Released Oct 23, 2026. Updated daily.
Has Delaware acted against it?
- 13 complaint investigations in the last three years. Results, in Delaware’s words: No Evidence to Substantiate (7), Substantiated (5), No Evidence to Substantiate with Concern (1).
Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing, Child Care Licensing Complaint Reviews and Licensed Child Care Providers and Facilities. Released Oct 23, 2026. Updated daily.
| Date | What | Detail |
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| Oct 12, 2026 | OCCL Standards Complaint: Substantiated | On September 14, 2026, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding lack of supervision. An investigation was conducted on September 18, 2026. Based on interviews conducted, video footage reviewed, and documents collected during the investigation this complaint is substantiated for lack of supervision. At the time of the biting incident one staff was moving about the room monitoring the children while the other staff who was sitting in a chair next to Child #1, was not moving about the room and was looking in the opposite direction at the time Child #1 was bitten. A concern noted in the video footage is Staff #1 and Staff #2 both had their backs to the entire room for approximately one to two minutes after the biting incident occurred while completing the incident report. |
| Jun 8, 2026 | OCCL Standards Complaint: No Evidence to Substantiate with Concern | On May 28, 2026, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding failing to follow diapering requirements. An investigation began on June 1, 2026. There is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for not following diapering procedures, as documentation reviewed showed the center followed required procedures for diapering. A concern noted at the visit is Staff #1 used a cream provided by Parent #1 without completing the required Medication Authorization Record (MAR) to apply the cream. |
| Feb 18, 2026 | OCCL Standards Complaint: Substantiated | OCCL s investigation of regulatory non-compliance began after clearance from other agencies was received. On October 3, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding failing to use appropriate positive behavior support. This incident was also self-reported to OCCL on September 29, 2025, by the administrator. An investigation began on September 29, 2025, and concluded on February 16, 2026. After carefully reviewing information available to OCCL from outside agencies, this complaint is substantiated for failing to use appropriate positive behavior support. Staff #1 was terminated from employment by the facility effective September 30, 2025. |
| Feb 10, 2026 | IA Investigation: Substantiated | Delaware gives no summary. |
| Jul 23, 2025 | OCCL Standards Complaint: No Evidence to Substantiate | On July 14, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding allegations of not allowing a parent to observe the classroom/not following the open-door policy, not using respectful communication (non-responsive), and a lack of supervision due to multiple injuries received in the school. Based on interviews conducted and documentation collected, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for not allowing a parent to observe the classroom/not following the open-door policy. Parents can enter the rooms or watch through the classroom window. Based on interviews conducted and documentation collected, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for not using respectful communication (non-responsive). Incident reports on file were consistent with the Reporter’s timeline. The administrator and staff member in the classroom met with the parent on multiple dates, in person and via Teams with Area Director #1, Administrator #1, and a staff member from Human Resources. Based on interviews conducted and documentation collected, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for lack of supervision due to multiple injuries received in the classroom. The incident reports are completed with details of the incidents, and LS #1 observed Staff #1 in their classroom while the children were waking up from their nap. |
| Jul 21, 2025 | OCCL Standards Complaint: No Evidence to Substantiate | On July 14, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding the allegation of a staff member smelling of alcohol while working with children. Based on staff interviews, there is no evidence to substantiate the complaint because two staff members who worked closely with Staff #1 did not notice anything unusual about their behavior or smell. LS #1 spoke with Staff #1 and did not smell alcohol or observe any unusual behavior. Staff #1 stated they do not drink while working. |
| Jul 14, 2025 | OCCL Standards Complaint: No Evidence to Substantiate | On July 9, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding the allegation of a staff member smelling like alcohol in the workplace. Based on staff interviews, there is no evidence to substantiate Staff #1 was under the influence of alcohol in the workplace. Three staff members who worked closely with Staff #1 did not notice anything unusual about their behavior or smell. |
| Jul 8, 2025 | OCCL Standards Complaint: Substantiated | On June 4, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding failing to notify families of a contagious disease, failing to have an understanding of and respect for children and their needs, and improper discipline. Based on staff interviews and documentation, this complaint is substantiated for failing to have an understanding and respect for children and their needs. Staff #1 received a written warning for speaking where they could be heard by parents and others in the building expressing their concerns about an enrollment of a new student and not being prepared to meet the student s needs. Three staff members stated they heard Staff #1’s tone and their raised voice as they expressed their concerns in an area where the student and their classmates could hear them. Based on staff interviews and documentation, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for not notifying the families of a contagious disease. The first confirmed case was documented on June 2, 2025, messages went out to families on June 2, 2025, and continued until the last case was confirmed on June 4, 2025. Based on staff interviews and documentation, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for improper discipline because Staff #2 denied slamming children on their cots. Administrator #1 stated Staff #2 has a loud voice but has not used a negative tone with children. Staff members stated they have not seen Staff #2 slam a child on the cot or yell at children. Additional concerns noted at the visit are a lack of required interactions with toddlers, failing to have required lesson plans, and a lack of communication between staff. Administrator #1 stated they would like Staff #2 to do more with the children. Staff #2 stated the lesson plans are not always completed for them to follow so there is nothing for the children to do. Staff members in different age groups brought up a lack of communication from the administration to staff around enrollment and regarding meeting children’s needs. |
| Apr 14, 2025 | OCCL Standards Complaint: Substantiated | On March 25, 2025, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding improper discipline, lack of supervision, and cleanliness. An investigation began on March 28, 2025, and concluded on March 31, 2025. Based on interviews, this complaint is substantiated for improper discipline because five staff members stated they have heard Staff #1 yelling in the classroom and/or grabbing a child. Staff #1 also stated they do get loud in the classroom. Based on interviews and observations, there is no evidence to substantiate a lack of supervision. The room is set up to have a clear line of sight for all angles. Based on observations, there is no evidence to substantiate for cleanliness. The children’s areas were observed to be clean, organized, and equipped with cleaning supplies in each room. A concern noted through interviews at the visit is the lack of appropriate interactions between the toddler staff member and the children. |
| Jan 13, 2025 | OCCL Standards Complaint: No Evidence to Substantiate | OCCL s investigation of regulatory non-compliance began after clearance from other agencies was received. The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint on November 22, 2024, regarding an allegation of disrespectful communication and failure to provide an injury report. An investigation was begun on November 22, 2024, and concluded on December 30, 2024. Based on interviews conducted and documentation received, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for failure to provide an injury report because the scratch on Child #1’s forehead was documented at arrival on November 16, 2024. Based on interviews, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for disrespectful communication because three staff members interviewed all stated Staff #3 was not disrespectful. |
| Jan 29, 2024 | OCCL Standards Complaint: No Evidence to Substantiate | On January 9, 2024, the Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint regarding incorrect staff-to-child ratios, insufficient staff, and not maintaining proper indoor temperature. Based on staff interviews, observations, and documentation received, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for incorrect ratios, insufficient staff, or not maintaining proper indoor temperature. At the time of the visit, all classrooms were in ratio and a review of attendance records showed all classrooms to be in correct ratio. At the time of the visit, all classrooms were at a proper indoor temperature and the heating system was checked by a maintenance person when a room felt cold. According to attendance records and in-person observation at the time of the visit, there is adequate staff coverage to supervise children in care and conduct all other needed functions of operation for the facility. |
| Dec 11, 2023 | OCCL Standards Complaint: No Evidence to Substantiate | The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint on November 20, 2023, regarding improper discipline and staffing concerns. Based on interviews conducted, observations at the visit, and documentation received, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for improper discipline. The Administrative staff and other staff interviewed all stated they have never observed Staff #1 use improper discipline and have no concerns about her interactions with children. An internal investigation was also conducted by the corporate management which concluded the allegations were unfounded. This specialist observed Staff #1 interacting appropriately with children at the time of the visit. Based on interviews conducted, observations at the visit, and documentation received, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint for staffing concerns. Staff interviewed stated they have never seen Staff #1 sleeping in the classroom. At the visit, all classrooms were in ratio. |
| Nov 15, 2023 | OCCL Standards Complaint: No Evidence to Substantiate | The Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) received a complaint on November 2, 2023, regarding an allegation of lack of supervision and not providing a parent with accurate information regarding a child s accident or injury. Based on interviews conducted and documentation received, there is no evidence to substantiate this complaint. The center self-reported the injury and emailed their licensing specialist the injury report prior to OCCL receiving the complaint. All staff interviewed confirmed what had happened, acknowledged their misuse of words to describe where Child #1 hit his head. The classroom was in correct staff-to-child ratio and staff immediately attended to Child #1 s injury, then contacted Parent #1, and followed up the next day by emailing an incident report to Parent #1. |
Who does the caring?
- Delaware doesn’t publish staffing levels for individual providers.
Who owns it?
- Delaware’s open data doesn’t list owners.
How is it rated?
- 2024: 1 facility injury. No facility deaths reported.
- 2023: 2 facility injuries. No facility deaths reported.
Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing, Licensed Child Care Providers and Facilities. Released Oct 23, 2026. Updated daily.
How does it compare nearby?
- Providers aren’t compared: Delaware lists only the visits that found violations, so a count can’t tell a clean record from one never visited.
Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing, Child Care Licensing Compliance Review Information. Released Oct 23, 2026. Updated daily.
| Place | Violations cited in the last three years |
|---|---|
| Brightpath Porter This child care provider | Not given |
| Germaine Oden | Not given |
| Kidz Ink I | Not given |
| Lil’ Einstein’s Learning Academy | Not given |
| St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church Preschool | Not given |
| Valerie Chinn DBA A Kidz World LLC | Not given |
| Cornerstone Early Education and Youth Center, Inc. | Not given |
| Kidz Ink IV Academy of Early Learning | Not given |
| A. S. Academy of Learning 2 | Not given |
| Ashley Stanford DBA Little Arrows Childcare LLC | Not given |
| Grow N’ Learn | Not given |
| Dianne Peters | Not given |
| Bree Thompson | Not given |
What the record doesn’t say
- Delaware doesn’t grade violations by severity, so read what was cited.
- Delaware’s open data lists a visit only when a violation was cited there, so visits that found nothing aren’t shown.
- Delaware publishes five years of reviews and complaints; this page shows the last three.
- Delaware doesn’t publish staffing levels or owners for individual providers.
- Delaware lists only the visits that found violations, so a provider with none listed may not have been visited at all: no count of violations is used to headline, filter or compare its providers.
Sources
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Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing, Licensed Child Care Providers and Facilities (iuzd-3dbt).
Released Oct 23, 2026 and checked Oct 24, 2026. Updated daily. Public Domain.
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Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing, Child Care Licensing Compliance Review Information (wb83-pkcv).
Released Oct 23, 2026 and checked Oct 24, 2026. Updated daily. Public Domain.
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Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing, Child Care Licensing Complaint Reviews (pnbd-85r6).
Released Oct 23, 2026 and checked Oct 24, 2026. Updated daily. Public Domain.
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This copy of the record was made on Oct 24, 2026.
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