“Our Modern Montessori program fosters independence, creativity, and a love for learning in a warm, engaging environment designed to support every child's unique journey.” chiarapreschool.com, August 2026
One child with allergies does not have the individual needs plan on site Date Disputed Date Disputed· March 19, 2026
Washington DCYF publishes the licensor’s own observation and a risk level for every citation it issues at a licensing visit, with the inspection report attached as a PDF.
Licensing visit · March 19, 2026
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious
One child with allergies does not have the individual needs plan on site Date Disputed Date Disputed
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
One child on site with a peanut allergy does not have the medication on site. Date Disputed Date Disputed
Immunizations and exempt children
WAC 110-300-0210(1)(2) · Long Term
2 child files reviewed have immunization records but they are not on the CIS form.
Licensing visit · January 21, 2025
First-aid—CPR certification and supplies
WAC 110-300-0230(1) · Short Term
At the time of file review, it was determined that a staff's CPR/first aid training has expired
Licensing visit · September 19, 2023
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(b) · Serious
At the time of inspection the hardware used to secure window blinds are removed because of cleaning. Hardware for securing the blinds are observed on the window sill.
WAC 110-300-0105(2) · Serious
At the time of visit, Licensor observed a staff in ratio without complete background check. In addition, Licensor was informed that another new hire staff who works part time have not started the background check process.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
Director and staff have not renewed or have not completed Blood borne pathogen training 0106 (11) Director and staff have not renewed or have not completed CPR/first aid training 0106 (12) Director and staff have not renewed or have not completed food handler training 0106 (3) Staff have not completed 30 hours childcare basics training
A typical day, sick and biting policies.
Ask what changed after the five findings Washington DCYF ranked Serious, most recently in March 2026.It does not publish whether a finding was fixed. The rest carry its lower risk levels.
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Not yet reported: established.
Not yet reported: children per teacher.
Not yet reported: holiday closures.
Pricing per provider website, checked July 2026.
Every state visit and complaint on file, shown in full and never edited. Open a date to read what the state wrote.
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