Washington DCYF cited something at 4 of the 5 visits below. Across Seattle home daycares it cites something at about 63% of visits. Each state decides what gets written up, so this compares Seattle with Seattle and never with another state.
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During the time of inspection, licensor observed an infant child sleep in the infant room swing. The child was moved to the proper sleeping equipment while licensor was present.· August 26, 2025
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 · July 24, 2026
WAC 110-300-0106(8) · Short Term
Staff member F.Y. has expired Safe Sleep Training (12/19/2025). Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0106(11) · Short Term
During the time of inspection, staff files were not available to review for licensor to varify completion of CPR/First aid training for staff present and for staff listed on MERIT facility page. Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
During the time of inspection, staff files were not available to review for licensor to varify completion of current Food handler's permit for staff present and for staff listed on MERIT facility page. According to MERIT, provider has an expired food handler's permit(8/25/2025). Date Disputed Date Disputed
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
During the time of inspection, licensor observed a portable slide that is placed directly on the ground, no ground cover provided; will need to be removed or supplied with ground cover compliant with WAC 110-300-0146. Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(a) · Short Term
During the time of inspection, licensor observed thorn bushes growing though the fence; will need to be cut down to prevent cuts, abrastions, and punctures. Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0165(5)(b) · Serious
Outlets near the sink in the licensed bathroom and kitchen have a GFCI outle type but is not tamper-resistant. Date Disputed Date Disputed
Immunizations and exempt children
WAC 110-300-0210(1)(2) · Long Term
Immunization records were not available for review durind the time of inspection.
Licensing visit · August 26, 2025
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
During the time of inspection, according to MERIT, provider has an expired food handlers. Provider will need to renew this trainging and provide proof of completion.
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(a) · Short Term
During the time of inspection, licensor observed outdoor fences accessible to children, tall bushes with hard stems, some with thorns accessible to children. This area will need to be maintainenced to avoid punctures and/or cuts etc.
Immunizations and exempt children
WAC 110-300-0210(1)(2) · Long Term
Licensor observed child files during the time of inspection, one child file missing immunization records. Licensor specified child with provider for correction
Infant and toddler sleep, rest, and equipment
WAC 110-300-0290(4) · Immediate
During the time of inspection, licensor observed an infant child sleep in the infant room swing. The child was moved to the proper sleeping equipment while licensor was present.
Licensing visit · March 21, 2024
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(c) / 110-300-0165(3)(a) · Serious / Short Term
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c): Thin rope/strings observed on two sections of the outdoor fences, appears to be over 15ft long, a portion wrapped around the fence and some hanging. This poses risk of strangulation. WAC 110-300-0165(3)(a): Broken piece of wood, near outdoor stairs have 5 nails with sharp edges exposed, accessible to children.
Licensing visit · October 4, 2023
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(4) · Serious
WAC 110-300-0146(4): Licensor observed trampoline in the outdoor space, will need to be removed; made inaccessible
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(b) · Serious
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(b): Window blinds with pulll cords observed by licensor in two room in desired licensed space, will need to be removed. WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c): Licensor observed large cord used for electric car charge is loose and accessible to children. WAC 110-300-0165(3)(a): Outdoor space has black berry bushes with thorns in several areas of the back yard, other holly-like bush with thorns found in the back of the yard as well, all will need to be removed. WAC 110-300-0165(4)(e): Water in bathroom is 124.2 degrees, checked by licensor. WAC 110-300-0165(4)(f): Stairways in outdoor space has slats are 3.5 inches.
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