KinderCare runs 27 licensed locations in Seattle.
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This provider does not publish pricing.
During the time of inspection, licensor observed the emergency exit door in the infant 1 and preschool classroom; both were partially blocked by play equipment. Infant room was corrected on site. Preschool teachers were given TA on suggested location for stored toys that are not in use.· March 17, 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 17, 2026
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious
During the time of inspection, licensor observed the emergency exit door in the infant 1 and preschool classroom; both were partially blocked by play equipment. Infant room was corrected on site. Preschool teachers were given TA on suggested location for stored toys that are not in use.
Complaint · August 8, 2025 · Resolved August 29, 2025
The state lists this complaint on the provider’s record, but the state’s published report includes no citation detail.
Licensing visit · December 27, 2024
WAC 110-300-0106(3) · Short Term
Staff member F.N. began employment on 9/2/24 according to MERIT. Child Care Basics has not been completed or recorded in MERIT.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(5) · Serious
Janitorial equipment (Toilet brushes and plungers) observed in several bathrooms, accessible to children, during the time of inspection.
Licensing visit · March 27, 2024
WAC 110-300-0106(3) · Short Term
Staff member K.L. has been employed with this center since 2/8/22 and will need to complete the Child Care Basics training. WAC 110-300-0106(8): Staff members K.H., K.L., L.S-H., and V.W. will need to renew their safe sleep training and record in MERIT.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) · Serious
Vegetable Oil and Sanitizing/Disinfecting sprays are accessible to children in the teachers closet in the Pre-K room. This cabinet can be locked or these products can be removed to make inaccessible to children.
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