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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT DOLPHIN BAY ELEMENTARY from January 18, 2023 through June 3, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 11, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of May 30, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
Total inspections
12
4 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
1
1 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
0
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33027
Compared to 9 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.08
Local median
0.17
0.08This provider
0.17Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
0%
Local median
0%
0%This provider
0%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
8%
Local median
17%
8%This provider
17%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
0.78
0This provider
0.78Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3 Training Requirements, Pages 7-8) Staff Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
All childcare personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date, the counselor was observed caring for a group of kindergarten-- 1st graders. See supplemental notes for more information,
Correction status
Due by May 30, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your current process for ensuring all staff members stay up to date with their required health and safety training?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in May 2026 show that some personnel had not completed specific required health and safety training by the deadline. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks and manages these professional development requirements for all staff.
Context
A later inspection on June 3, 2026, did not note any further issues regarding this topic.
Related violations
General question
How do you support new staff members as they integrate into your team and learn your specific classroom routines?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center mentors and trains new employees provides insight into how they maintain consistent care and supervision standards for the children.
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents about daily activities and any changes in the classroom environment?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication channels help families feel connected to their child's daily experience and allow for a collaborative relationship between parents and staff.
General question
How do you determine the appropriate staff-to-child ratios for different age groups during your after-school programming?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent supervision is key to a positive environment, and knowing how the center manages staffing levels helps parents understand how they prioritize individual attention for each child.
General question
What steps do you take to ensure that your facility remains a welcoming and organized space for children throughout the afternoon?
Why ask this
Why ask this
A well-maintained environment supports children's engagement and comfort, and asking about this shows how the center manages the transition from the school day into after-school care.