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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(1)(a)(b) The wood chips under the slide were not at least 9 inches deep.· September 9, 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 · September 9, 2025
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
(1)(a)(b) The wood chips under the slide were not at least 9 inches deep.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
(2)(d) There were multiple plastic bags in the bathtub that were accessible to the children.
Licensing visit · March 18, 2025
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(c) · Serious
The sanitizing and disinfectant cleaning solutions were not clearly labeled.
Licensing visit · January 16, 2024
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
The play slide is not usable because it is on a surface not per manufacturer's requirements.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(b) · Serious
There are blinds in the other room that need to be removed. The water is 132 degrees. Water heater needs to be turned down.
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious
The emergency exit upstairs is blocked by toys and equipment on the stairs.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(b) · Serious
Chemicals under the sink were accessible to children due to child lock able to be opened by children. Needs a more secure lock.
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