Kiddie Academy of Kirkland

Center · Kirkland · 12620 NE 85th St., Ste. 112

What kind of place is this?

Size 170 children licensed Larger than the middle half of Seattle programs, where the middle half licenses 43–122. Measured across 578 Seattle programs, 2026-07-29.
Approach developmental

In the program’s own words

“Life Essentials focuses on the developmental milestone-producing outcomes that prepare your child for life: Character, Confidence, Curiosity, Connection, Critical Thinking, and Creative Expression.” kiddieacademy.com, August 2026
Sources and dates

Not yet reported: established.

Will it fit our family?

Ages served Infants (6 weeks) through Pre-Kindergarten (4-year-olds)
Hours 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Days / week 5
Holiday closures Closed Friday before Labor Day (in-service day), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Parent Teacher Conferences (Apr 10, 2026)
Sources and dates

Not yet reported: schedule.

What will it cost us?

This provider does not publish pricing.

What Shortlist has verified

License status Active
Sources and dates

Each date is when Shortlist last checked that fact against its source.

State record — Washington DCYF

Dec 2025 Licensing visit 5 findings

Licensing visit · December 17, 2025

Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(2)(b) · Serious

It was observed that in the infant room (room 101), the window blinds were not limited from forming a loop and posing a risk of strangulation to children. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Emergency preparation and exiting · WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious

It was observed in room 109, a nap cot was placed in front of the emergency exit. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Food allergies and special dietary needs · WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious

It was observed that the child allergy plans were missing steps to take in case of an unintended allergic reation, substitue foods, a specific treatment plan for early learning provider to follow in response to an allergic reaction, directions related to medication dosage amounts, description of allergic reactions and symptoms associated with the child's particular allergies. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Immunizations and exempt children · WAC 110-300-0210(1)(2) · Long Term

Child 1, 2, and 5 did not have immunizations on a CIS form. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies · WAC 110-300-0260(5) · Serious

It was observed in rooms 104 and 107, a plunger was stored in the child bathrooms.

Report (PDF)

Nov 2024 Licensing visit nothing cited Report (PDF)
Feb 2024 Licensing visit 1 finding

Licensing visit · February 13, 2024

Training requirements · WAC 110-300-0106(3) · Short Term

It was observed that PS had not complete Child Care Basics within 3 months of hire.

Report (PDF)

Feb 2024 Complaint

Complaint · February 2, 2024

The state lists this complaint on the provider’s record, but the state’s published report includes no citation detail.

Report (PDF)

Sources and dates

Every state visit and complaint on file, shown in full and never edited. Open a date to read what the state wrote.