“we combine the proven principles of Montessori education with key aspects of 21st-century learning” columbiacrestmontessori.org, August 2026
At the time of the visit, the licensor observed that some of the staff have not yet completed 30 hours of childcare basics 0106 (10) At the time of the visit, the licensor observed that some of the staff have not yet completed Blood borne pathogens training. 0106 (11) At the time of the visit, the licensor observed that some of the staff have not yet completed CPR/first aid training 0106 (12) At the time of the visit, the licensor observed that some of the staff have not yet completed food handler training· October 9, 2024
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Licensing visit · October 9, 2024
WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(3) · Serious / Short Term
At the time of the visit, the licensor observed that some of the staff have not yet completed 30 hours of childcare basics 0106 (10) At the time of the visit, the licensor observed that some of the staff have not yet completed Blood borne pathogens training. 0106 (11) At the time of the visit, the licensor observed that some of the staff have not yet completed CPR/first aid training 0106 (12) At the time of the visit, the licensor observed that some of the staff have not yet completed food handler training
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
At the time of the visit, it was observed that gloves are accessible to the children in some of the classrooms. 0165 (4)(e) At the time of the visit the water temperatute in room 103 was measured at 62.1 degrees Fahrenheit. In addition, most of the handwashing sinks did not meet the required temperature.
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious
At the time of the visit, the emergency exit gate is locked.
WAC 110-300-0215(3)(c) · Serious
At time of the visit, the licensor observed expired diaper creams, benadryl and inhaler. Sunscreen sprays in some of the classrooms are acceesible to the children.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
(10(a) At the time of the visit, the licensor observed clorox disinfecting wipes, bottle of soap accessible to the children. The staff corrected the violation by removing the soap and the clorox wipes. 0260 (2)(a)(b) At the time of the visit the licensor observed that most locking device installed on cabinets in the classrooms are no longer working.
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