La Petite Academy

Complaints the state found valid

• Received Aug 11, 2026Valid complaint, 1 rule citedresolved Sep 30, 2026

  • “Concerns child was served a breastmilk bottle after it had been in the fridge for 3 days.,Concerns two different children were served bottles that were no theirs.”

    The state’s description of the complaint

  • Infant and toddler nutrition and feedingLong Term. The state’s lowest risk level. Fix within 20 business days, no recheck.

    • “Staff did not properly verify that they were serving the infant the correct bottle.”

      WAC 110-300-0285(1)

• Received May 21, 2026Valid complaint, 1 rule citedresolved Jun 15, 2026

  • “Concerns staff person was being rough and aggressive with a child.”

    The state’s description of the complaint

  • Prohibited behavior and discipline, and physical separation of childrenSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.

    • “Staff person was observed in video footage being rough and aggressive with children; observed slapping at a child, taking food away, grabbing arms of children and pushing children's chairs roughly into the table. Staff person was terminated based on the incident.”

      WAC 110-300-0331(1)

• Received Nov 14, 2025Valid complaintresolved Dec 4, 2025

  • “Concerns 2-year old child was left unsupervised in the classroom.”

    The state’s description of the complaint

  The state’s report (PDF)
• Received Nov 12, 2025Valid complaint, 2 rules citedresolved Dec 4, 2025

  • “Concerns child was served a known allergen.,Concerns child was served an incorrect bottle.,Medication was administered to a child who suffered an allergic reaction.”

    The state’s description of the complaint

  • Food allergies and special dietary needsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.

    • “Allergy plan was not completed and available to staff regarding child's allergy. Necessary medication was not on-site to respond to a possible allergic reaction.”

      WAC 110-300-0186(1)

  • MedicationSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.

    • “Medication authorization was not signed by the parent for administering medication; medication was administered based on a photo provided by the parent of the child's MyChart.”

      WAC 110-300-0215(3)

• Received May 29, 2025Valid complaintresolved Jun 10, 2025

  The state’s report (PDF)
• Received Mar 17, 2025Valid complaintresolved Mar 24, 2025

  The state’s report (PDF)
• Received Nov 1, 2024Valid complaintresolved Dec 3, 2024

  The state’s report (PDF)

Licensing inspections

• Aug 11, 20263 citations

  • In-service trainingShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.

    • “multiple staff did not complete EQEL or the required number of training hours for 2025.”

      WAC 110-300-0107(1)

  • Safety requirementsShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.

    • “temperature in infant classroom was 65 degrees Fahrenheit.”

      WAC 110-300-0165(4)(a)

  • Handwashing and hand sanitizerShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.

    • “children did not wash hands after coming in from extra-curricular activity which was outside and using equipment.”

      WAC 110-300-0200(5)

• Jul 29, 20251 citation

  • Center capacity, ratio, and group sizeShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.

    • “two classrooms were over ratio with toddler aged children in a preschool classroom; with only 1 staff person and 10 children.”

      WAC 110-300-0356(5)

• Jul 19, 20242 citations

  • Training requirementsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10. Short Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.

    • “Staff are missing the following trainings: Food worker card: M.B. Z.L. Blood-borne pathogen training M.B. K.M. Safe Sleep training: M.B. L.B. O.M. F.S. G.S. H.A. H.A. K.Y. L.Z. L.S. L.M. M.J. P.L.Z.”

      WAC 110-300-0106(12), WAC 110-300-0106(8)

  • Supervising childrenShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.

    • “Interior classroom doors need a chime or bell to alert when opened.”

      WAC 110-300-0345(5)(b)

• Jul 24, 20234 citations

  • Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning spaceSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.

    • “Slides in preschool playground is closer than 6 feet from fencing All playgrounds do not have sufficient ground cover”

      WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b)

  • Emergency preparation and exitingSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.

    • “Emergency door in toddler classroom does not open”

      WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a)

  • Storage of hazardous and maintenance suppliesSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.

    • “Storage closet in two's classroom did not have a working lock”

      WAC 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b)

  • Training requirementsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.

    • “Food Worker Card Missing: P.W. Childcare Basics Missing: J.P. H.G. Safe Sleep missing or expired: A.K. M.B. D.D. M.K.”

      WAC 110-300-0106(12)