Not yet reported: ages served, hours, days / week, schedule, holiday closures.
Exit door leading to outdoor play space was partially blocked with a child proof door guard device. This prevents an emergency exit from building. This was discussed on site with R.B.· December 12, 2024
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 · May 7, 2026
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(8) · Short Term
110-300-0145(8)- The fence in the outdoor play space had spots where the boards did not connect all the way, as well as spots where the fence appeared to be in poor condition.
Licensing visit · December 12, 2024
WAC 110-300-0106(10) · Short Term
Annual BBP training is needed for multiple staff.
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(8) · Short Term
Exiting mechanism on gate is not equipped with a self-closing and self latching mechanism.
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(8) · Short Term
The exit gate had a padlock on it. R.B. reported this gate does not self-close or auto latch.
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(8) · Short Term
Fence needs to be repaired, replaced or reinforced, it is wobbly, not secure or safe.
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious
Exit door leading to outdoor play space was partially blocked with a child proof door guard device. This prevents an emergency exit from building. This was discussed on site with R.B.
WAC 110-300-0300(1)(a) · Short Term
The department was not notified when child with special needs was enrolled.
Licensing visit · October 19, 2023
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
During annual inpsection, Licensor A. Stewart observed playground equipment, rock climber, slide and tires did not have nine inches deep ground cover. Director C.D. reported they are aware, they are in the process of ordering turf.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
During inspection, licensor A. Stewart observed staff missing BBP training. 0106 (11) During inspection, licensor A. Stewart observed staff missing CPR and First Aid training. 0106 (12) During inspection, licensor A. Stewart observed staff missing food worker training. 0106 (03) During inspection, licensor A. Stewart observed staff missing child care basics. 0106 (09) During inspection, licensor A. Stewart observed staff missing medication management. Director reported all staff administer medication to children with allergies. Violations observed and discussed on site with director C.D.
Hours and late pickup, a typical day, sick and biting policies.
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Not yet reported: established, teaching approach.
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