Washington DCYF cited something at 3 of the 4 visits below. Across Seattle home daycares it cites something at about 63% of visits. Each state decides what gets written up, so this compares Seattle with Seattle and never with another state.
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110-300-0480(2) Licensor observed the provider did not have the required information for children being transported and a complete first aid kit.· January 15, 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 · January 15, 2026
Transportation and off-site activity policy
WAC 110-300-0480(2) · Serious
110-300-0480(2) Licensor observed the provider did not have the required information for children being transported and a complete first aid kit.
Licensing visit · December 17, 2024
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(8) · Short Term
A gap was observed in the bottom fence corner wider than 3.5 inches.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) / 110-300-0165(3)(b) · Serious
110-300-0165(2)(d) - Bags were stored under the sink in a drawer with no safety lock on. The provider removed all bags during the visit. 110-300-0165(3)(b) - A remote control with open batteries was observed on the floor within reach of children. This licensor removed the remote and provided technical assistance (TA). 110-300-0165(3)(d) - The dryer in the kitchen, accessible to children, had a broken latch. 110-300-0165(4)(c) - A bulb in the open closet was not shatter-resistant. The provider removed the bulb during the visit. 110-300-0165(4)(e) - The water in the sink was measured at 143.8°F 110-300-0165(4)(f) - The gate on the stairs was installed but kept unlocked despite this licensor kept locking it each timewhen passing.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
The sliding door to the closet was broken and was not shutting down securely.
Infant and toddler sleep, rest, and equipment
WAC 110-300-0290(3)(d) · Short Term
The sheets observed in play pens were not tight fitted sheet.
Licensing visit · August 21, 2023
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
There were plastic bags under the sink in the bathroom. The provider added a child safety lock to the cabinet during the visit.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
The carpet in the nap room is bulging upward and creating a tripping hazard.
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) / 110-300-0166(4)(c)(i) · Serious
The front door was locked during the visit. Provider then unlocked it.
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) / 110-300-0166(4)(c)(i) · Serious
The nap room window had a bar in the track preventing it from opening. It was removed during the visit.
Cost, hours and late pickup, a typical day, sick and biting policies.
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