Washington DCYF cited something at 5 of the 5 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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During the inspection, Licensor observed the front exit door to be locked after entering the providers home. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed· November 6, 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.
Licensing visit · November 6, 2025
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(8) · Short Term
During the inspection, Licnensor observed that the fence had 2 broken panels, each leaving gap larger than 3.5 inches on the fence. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious
During the inspection, Licensor observed the front exit door to be locked after entering the providers home. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0470(4)(b) · Short Term
During the inspection, Licensor observed that Q2 and Q3 drills were not completed.
Licensing visit · April 29, 2025
WAC 110-300-0115(3) · Short Term
110-300-0115(3) - Assistant Teacher F.A staff records do not include a copy of current government issued photo identification and emergency contact information. Risk WAC/RCW Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0170(2) · Short Term
110-300-0170(2) - Provider has not inspected for fire safety using the state fire marshal form.
WAC 110-300-0470(4)(a) / 110-300-0470(4)(b) · Short Term
110-300-0470(4)(a) - Provider does not have an annually current fire and evacuation drill completed each calendar month. 110-300-0470(4)(b) - Provider does not have an annually current earthquake, lockdown, or shelter-in-place drill completed each calendar month.
Licensing visit · December 16, 2024
WAC 110-300-0165(5)(b) · Serious
Two outlets in the kitchen were not tamper resistant and accessible to children
WAC 110-300-0170(3)(b) · Serious
Child proof locks holding fireplace cover in place were within 3 ft of fireplace.
WAC 110-300-0460(2) · Long Term
Child Records were missing 2nd page (signature page) of Parent or Guardian Permissions
Licensing visit · November 21, 2024
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
Provider had expired food worker card at time of visit Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(1) / 110-300-0145(8) · Short Term
1) Outdoor area had trash and debris on the ground. 8) Fence surrounding backyard had multiple gaps in fence in which a sphere a diameter of 3 and 1/2 inches could pass Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2) · Long Term
Posted floor plan did not have emergency routes and exits identified Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
2d) Cabinet underneath bathroom sink was unlocked and had plastic bags accessible to children 2f) Provider has two sliding glass doors and one of the glass doors does not have stickers/artwork at child's level 3a) Plywood covering sides of outdoor patio has splintered edges and remaining part of tree that had been partially cut down has sharp edges and is in licensed outdoor area accessible to children 3c) Sliding closet doors in room down hall are capable of pinching 3e) Multiple divots in backyard space and hose in backyard pose tripping hazards 3g) Two rusted chains were on ground in licensed outdoor space accessible to children 5a) Outlets in all licensed space are not Tamper Resistant and outlet outside above patio is also not Tamper Resistant . 5b) Outlets on either side of sink in kitchen and outlet next to bathroom sink are not GFCI or Tamper Resistant Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(a) · Short Term
2d) Cabinet underneath bathroom sink was unlocked and had plastic bags accessible to children 2f) Provider has two sliding glass doors and one of the glass doors does not have stickers/artwork at child's level 3a) Plywood covering sides of outdoor patio has splintered edges and remaining part of tree that had been partially cut down has sharp edges and is in licensed outdoor area accessible to children 3c) Sliding closet doors in room down hall are capable of pinching 3e) Multiple divots in backyard space and hose in backyard pose tripping hazards 3g) Two rusted chains were on ground in licensed outdoor space accessible to children 5a) Outlets in all licensed space are not Tamper Resistant and outlet outside above patio is also not Tamper Resistant . 5b) Outlets on either side of sink in kitchen and outlet next to bathroom sink are not GFCI or Tamper Resistant Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed Short 110-300-0165(3)(e) Term
WAC 110-300-0165(5)(b) · Serious
2d) Cabinet underneath bathroom sink was unlocked and had plastic bags accessible to children 2f) Provider has two sliding glass doors and one of the glass doors does not have stickers/artwork at child's level 3a) Plywood covering sides of outdoor patio has splintered edges and remaining part of tree that had been partially cut down has sharp edges and is in licensed outdoor area accessible to children 3c) Sliding closet doors in room down hall are capable of pinching 3e) Multiple divots in backyard space and hose in backyard pose tripping hazards 3g) Two rusted chains were on ground in licensed outdoor space accessible to children 5a) Outlets in all licensed space are not Tamper Resistant and outlet outside above patio is also not Tamper Resistant . 5b) Outlets on either side of sink in kitchen and outlet next to bathroom sink are not GFCI or Tamper Resistant Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0166(4)(c)(ii)(iii)(Iv)(v)(vi)(vii) Serious
WAC 110-300-0170(2) / 110-300-0170(3)(b) / 110-300-0170(3)(g) · Short Term / Serious
2) Provider did not inspect for fire safety using state fire marshal form 3b) Provider's fireplace was covered with wood boards and there were toys and a playpen within 3 ft of fireplace 3f) Provider will not use fireplace and did not have written statement that fireplace will not be used at any time 3g) Room down hallway used for sleeping did not have smoke detector 3i) Top of fire extinguisher was mounted 68" off ground (more than 5 ft off ground) Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0215(3)(c) · Serious
Multi-vitamin container was on kitchen counter accessible to children and inhalers were in unlocked kitchen drawers accessible to children. Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
Laundry room, bedroom, furnace area, and doors leading to unlicensed space were unlocked with hazards inside and accessible to children Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
Infant and toddler sleep, rest, and equipment
WAC 110-300-0290(3)(d) · Short Term
3c) Playpen had two mattresses (one that came with playpen and one that was thicker) in it at time of visit 3d) Provider did not have tight-fitted sheet for playpen or crib Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
Parent or guardian handbook and related policies
WAC 110-300-0450(1) · Long Term
Provider did not have signed documentation stating parents/guardians of enrolled children reviewed handbook and early learning program policies Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0460(2) · Long Term
2) Child file for child on site was missing second page (signature page) for both Child Registration Form and Child Care Parent/Guardian Permission form Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0455(2) · Short Term
2) Child on site was not signed in at time of visit and Provider could not show licensor sign-in sign-out records 3) Provider was not signed in at time of visit and Provider could not show licensor sign-in sign-out records Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0455(3) · Long Term
2) Child on site was not signed in at time of visit and Provider could not show licensor sign-in sign-out records 3) Provider was not signed in at time of visit and Provider could not show licensor sign-in sign-out records
Licensing visit · August 23, 2023
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious
The back door which is an emergency exit was locked at the beginning of the visit. It was then unlocked during the visit.
WAC 110-300-0470(1) · Short Term
Provider does not have policy addressing what she would do if there is an emergency and children may be left unsupervised.
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(1) · Short Term
There is an open pipe next to the front window that does not have a secure cover.
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(1) · Short Term
Part of the fence is not attached to the ground and is loose; the gate has a large gap at the bottom.
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