The Little Caboose Childcare And Learning Center is a child daycare & preschools daycare located at 430 Old Baltimore Pike, Newark, Delaware DE. Find contact info, location details, and similar daycares nearby.
What Parents Say
The Little Caboose receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and educational curriculum. Parents highlight feeling secure leaving their children in the center's care and note significant child development and learning outcomes.
So disappointed! Many of their staff members are great but overall the program is less than stellar. My 4 yo grand has a medical condition that that delayed toilet training. I understand that can be difficult for staff but they are a full daycare that deals with diapers daily. The only option offered was to pay the salary for an aide just for him. Despite medical documentation service was denied. I’m not even sure that is legal but once it was clear that they did not choose to work with him we had to find alternative care. His mother was a terrific client who tried hard to communicate and work with them. She never made a late payment in 4 years there and never picked up late. They kept trying to convince her to put in writing that she was withdrawing him so that the truth that they expelled him for a medical condition would be hidden. Jan 2026
My son attended Little Caboose in 2020 (during all of the COVID craziness) and I can't say enough good things about the center. My son was always happy to go and always had great stories of what he did and learned throughout the day. The new building is amazing and a great location for us. The piece of mind we got from having a great day care was amazing. Would highly recommend.
My daughter went here from the time she was 5-6months to 3 years old. As first time parents, we obviously were nervous with others taking care of our child but my husband and I felt very comfortable with the staff at The Little Caboose. Everyone that took care of her was amazing, I never had any issues with how she was treated. They all played a very important role in her growth and wellbeing. When she moved to the 2 and 3 year old rooms, the teachers did a great job in teaching with play and providing individualized attention to each child. I truly felt that she was looked after like family and we loved everyone there.
Five stars isn’t enough for Little Caboose and their incredible team! From the moment we walked through the doors, we were welcomed with open arms and genuine care. Over the past few years, the love, patience, and support they’ve shown my son has meant the world to us. Every teacher and staff member has gone above and beyond to make sure he felt safe, nurtured, and encouraged to grow into his best little self. They truly treat the children like family—and as a mother, that peace of mind is priceless. Watching my son learn, laugh, and thrive at Little Caboose has been such a gift. I will always be grateful for the role they’ve played in his early years. To any new families looking for a daycare that offers heart, structure, fun, and genuine care—Little Caboose is it. Thank you again to the entire staff. You’ll always hold a special place in our hearts ❤️
What can we say that isn’t great about the Little Caboose? We had to move our kiddo here after experiencing a wild ride at another center as our first journey into preschool. As soon as we finished the tour my husband and I said we to have bring the kiddo in to see if he connects as much as we did. And boy did he ever! The staff was more than patient with our son as he unlearned some habits from a former center all the while helping him grow in other areas. It’s not just a “daycare” it truly is a learning center. They have science class, music class, so many activities and stations, the kids can never be bored. Our kiddo grew so much over his time here and even when he showcased skills of his own his teachers took notice and made sure to help him continue in his growth and education. I’m truly sad that our time with the little caboose is done. For anyone looking to have excellent care for their children in a place for them to grow in education, make life long friends with safety as a top priority, please please consider bringing your children here. We won’t be strangers!! He’s already planning his commute to see you all on his way home from “big kid school”. Thank you for all you have done TLC. 📚🎓