Washington DCYF cited something at 4 of the 5 visits below. Across Seattle centers it cites something at about 67% of visits. Each state decides what gets written up, so this compares Seattle with Seattle and never with another state.
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(1)(a) There were wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" accessible in the Deer classroom, Otters classroom, and accessible in the bathroom of the Eagles classroom. (5) A vacuum was accessible to the children in the Otters classroom.· June 18, 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.
Complaint · June 10, 2026 · Resolved July 30, 2026
The state lists this complaint on the provider’s record, but the state’s published report includes no citation detail.
Complaint · December 16, 2025 · Resolved February 24, 2026
WAC 110-300-0241(7) · Short Term
Licensor observed crumbs and debris under the mat that is on the diaper changing station in the Deer/Toddler classroom.
Complaint · December 9, 2025 · Resolved February 11, 2026
Reported to the state by the program
Serious injury, valid issues and self-report are Washington’s own fields on its complaint listing.
WAC 110-300-0345(5)(b) · Short Term
Staff member shared that there was a door failure and this is why it didn't sound when the children exited the classroom.
Complaint · September 9, 2025 · Resolved November 25, 2025
The state lists this complaint on the provider’s record, but the state’s published report includes no citation detail.
Licensing visit · June 18, 2025
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c) · Short Term
(2)(c) There were phone chargers accessible in the Deer and Bears classrooms, a cord accessible (upper cabinet) in the Puffins classroom, a cord connected to a speaker accessible in the Eagles classroom, and a computer cord accessible in the Bears classroom.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(5) · Serious
(1)(a) There were wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" accessible in the Deer classroom, Otters classroom, and accessible in the bathroom of the Eagles classroom. (5) A vacuum was accessible to the children in the Otters classroom.
WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2) · Long Term
(1)(2) A statement sharing that additional licensing information can be made available upon request was not posted.
Licensing visit · December 4, 2024
WAC 110-300-0115(3) · Short Term
(3) 4 staff files that were reviewed were missing emergency contacts. Two staff files that were reviewed were missing MMRs. One staff file that was reviewed was missing a TB test result and had a document stating that this employee was supposed to go back to the clinic to have their result read and their food handlers card expired on 7/25/24. One staff file that was reviewed had a BBP training that expired on 2/11/24.
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(f) · Short Term
(2)(c) There were multiple cords that were connected to a power strip that were accessible to children in the Bears/Kindergarten classroom. (3)(f) Bookshelves in the Toddler classroom, the Otters/Preschool classroom, and in the Bears/Kindergarten room need to be anchored to the wall to avoid them from falling over. The bookshelf in the Otters/Preschool classroom needs to be fastened because it is loose. The bookshelf in the Bears/Kindergarten room that needs to be anchored has a fish tank on top.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious
(1) A child who has an egg allergy was missing an individual care plan in their file.
WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2) · Long Term
(1)(2) There was no statement of where staff and child files can be found in case of an emergency. There was no document stating if the center has liability insurance or not. Two bathrooms in the Otter/Preschool and Pre-K/Eagles classrooms were missing stand-up diapering procedures.
Complaint · November 7, 2024 · Resolved December 16, 2024
The state lists this complaint on the provider’s record, but the state’s published report includes no citation detail.
Licensing visit · July 19, 2024
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
The Individual care plan for a child with food allergy does not have information about which food the child is allergic to, appropriate substitute foods, and description of syptoms and allergic reactions of child's specific allergies.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
Parents have not trained staff on the use of medication. Medical provider has not signed the form.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Magnets with small pieces that can become detached accessible to toddlers.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Plastic bags accessible to children in the bathroom.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
A large soap container marked "keep out of reach of children" stored next to the toilet.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
A key was left in the door handle of the storage room.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
Staff working alone in an infant room did not have child abuse and neglect training. Risk WAC/RCW Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0106(4) · Serious
Staff working alone in an infant room did not have child abuse and neglect training.
Licensing visit · July 17, 2024
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
The Individual care plan for a child with food allergy does not have information about which food the child is allergic to, appropriate substitute foods, and description of syptoms and allergic reactions of child's specific allergies.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
Parents have not trained staff on the use of medication. Medical provider has not signed the form.
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
Playground climbing structure not intended for comercial use. Shock absorbing material doesn't have installation instructions and paperwork does not specify the thickness of the rubber flooring.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Magnets with small pieces that can become detached accessible to toddlers.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Plastic bags accessible to children in the bathroom.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Glass french doors in the playroom are missing stickers at children's eye level.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Upper cabinets had large unsecured heavy objects placed on top of them.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
A large soap container marked "keep out of reach of children" stored next to the toilet.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
A key was left in the door handle of the storage room.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(4) · Serious
Staff working alone in an infant room did not have any of the required trainings in order to work alone. She did not have safe sleep traning. There was no proof that she has been trained on emergency preparedness plan.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(4) · Serious
Several staff missing Basic training after 3 months of employment.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(4) · Serious
Several staff have expired CPR/1st Aid Trainings.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(4) · Serious
Staff missing food worker's permits.
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