Bellevue · Licensed family home
Planting Seeds With Love
What to know
The license is the range the state allows. It does not say which ages have openings.
What the state has found
The state cited rules at all 7 of its licensing inspections since June 2023. It lists no valid complaint about this home.
See each inspection
Licensing inspections
Sep 3, 20264 citations
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning spaceSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“(1)(a)(b) The wood chips in front of the slide were pushed off to the sides and packed dirt was exposed. There were not wood chips that were at least nine inches deep. The wood chips in front of the slide and under the climbing structure measured 2 inches deep at the time of the recheck visit.”
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b)
Safety requirementsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“There was a roll of plastic bags in the cabinet under the sink that was unlocked and accessible to the children at the time of the recheck visit.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
Storage of hazardous and maintenance suppliesSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“(1)(a) There was a pack of Kirkland brand cleansing wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" in an unlocked bottom drawer in the diaper changing table that was accessible to the children. There was an Aquaphor Healing Ointment tube, two Desitin paste tubes, a Vitacilina First Aid Antibiotic, two Boudreaux's Butt Pastes all labeled "keep out of the reach of children" in an unlocked bottom drawer in the diaper changing table that were accessible to the children. There was a pack of Ricitos De Oro baby wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" in an unlocked cabinet under the sink that was accessible to the children. The 3 step bottles were hung in the bathroom above the toilet and were low enough to be accessible to the children.”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a)
Fire safetyShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“(2) There was no annual fire inspection provided to Licensor for review at the time of the recheck visit.”
WAC 110-300-0170(2)
Aug 5, 20264 citations
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning spaceSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“(1)(a)(b) The wood chips in front of the slide were pushed off to the sides and packed dirt was exposed. There was not wood chips that were at least nine inches deep.”
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b)
Safety requirementsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“(2)(d) There was a roll of plastic bags placed on the diaper changing table in the bathroom that were accessible to the children.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
Storage of hazardous and maintenance suppliesSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“(1)(a) There was a pack of Kirkland brand cleansing wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" on the diaper changing table in the bathroom that was accessible to the children. There was a pack of Kirkland brand cleansing wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" that were on top of a bookshelf outside the glass sliding door leading to the backyard that were accessible to the children. There was an Aquaphor Healing Ointment tube, two Desitin paste tubes, a Vitacilina First Aid Antibiotic, two Boudreaux's Butt Pastes all labeled "keep out of the reach of children" that were in a shelf and drawers in the diaper changing table that were unlocked and accessible to the children. There was a pack of Ricitos De Oro baby wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" in an unlocked cabinet under the sink that was accessible to the children. The 3 step bottles were hung in the bathroom above the toilet and were low enough to be accessible to the children.”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a)
Fire safetyShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“(2) There was no annual fire inspection provided to Licensor for review.”
WAC 110-300-0170(2)
Sep 11, 20254 citations
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning spaceSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“(1)(a)(b) The wood chips under the slide of the climbing structure were not at least 9 inches deep.”
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b)
Safety requirementsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“(2)(d) There were multiple plastic garbage bags in an unlocked play room that were accessible to the children.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
Storage of hazardous and maintenance suppliesSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“(1)(a) There were wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" in the bathroom and next to the sliding glass doors that were accessible to the children.”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a)
Immunizations and exempt childrenLong Term. The state’s lowest risk level. Fix within 20 business days, no recheck.
“(1)(2) Two child files were missing CIS forms, two child files had "conditional" CIS forms from 2023, and another had a CIS form that was not medically verified.”
WAC 110-300-0210(1)(2)
Oct 21, 20247 citations
Preservice requirementsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“One of the staff members did not have cleared background check.”
WAC 110-300-0105(2)
Storage of hazardous and maintenance suppliesSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“Mop was stored in the shower which was accessible to children.”
WAC 110-300-0260(4)
General staff qualificationsShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“Assistant teachers did not have their high school diploma or equivalent in Merit or file.”
WAC 110-300-0100(7)
Staff recordsShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“Staff files missing applications, emergency contact information and immunization records.”
WAC 110-300-0115(3)
Child recordsLong Term. The state’s lowest risk level. Fix within 20 business days, no recheck. Short Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“Children's records are missing items. Immunization records, health care providers and sign off for parent handbook.”
WAC 110-300-0460(2), WAC 110-300-0460(4)(a)
Immunizations and exempt childrenLong Term. The state’s lowest risk level. Fix within 20 business days, no recheck.
“Children's files did not have immunizations that were medically verified.”
WAC 110-300-0210(1)(2)
PostingsLong Term. The state’s lowest risk level. Fix within 20 business days, no recheck.
“Licensing information available and where the parent policies are kept was not posted.”
WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2)
Jun 3, 20249 citations
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning spaceShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15. Serious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“The swings are not the proper distance between the climber and the other swing. There is not enough wood chips around the climber.”
WAC 110-300-0146(1), WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b)
Safety requirementsShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15. Serious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“2(c):There are cords outside accessible to children. 2 (d): There are plastic bags in a cupboard that is accessible to children. Downstairs there is also a drawer that has items that are accessible to children that state keep out of reach of children. 2 (g) Cribs are against the window downstairs and there is no documentation that it is safety glass. 3 (e): There is a rug downstairs that is a tripping hazard. 5 (f): There is an extension cord being used outside for a light under the tarp area. 3 (g) There are several pieces of equipment outside that has chipped paint; playhouse and bench.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c), WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d), WAC 110-300-0165(3)(e), WAC 110-300-0165(5)(f)
Emergency preparation and exitingSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“There is a room downstairs set up as an art room that does not have two exits and should not be used and it appears ready for care.”
WAC 110-300-0166(4)(b)
Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfortShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“Children were observed in the upstairs room sitting in chairs that were too big for the child and their feet did not touch the ground.”
WAC 110-300-0135(2)(b)
Diaper changing areas, privacy, and disposalShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“There is a diaper table downstairs but it is not within arm's length of the handwashing sink.”
WAC 110-300-0221(2)(a)
Supervising childrenShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“Staff was observed leaving the area where the children were and going into another part of the home.”
WAC 110-300-0345(3)
Training requirementsShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“A.G.N. does not have safe sleep training.”
WAC 110-300-0106(8)
Infant and toddler sleep, rest, and equipmentShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“There was no paperwork documentation for the cribs.”
WAC 110-300-0290(3)(a)(b)
Child recordsLong Term. The state’s lowest risk level. Fix within 20 business days, no recheck.
“There were two children's files that did not have any emergency contacts filled out in the paperwork.”
WAC 110-300-0460(2)
Dec 19, 20239 citations
Safety requirementsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10. Short Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“There are 2 window blinds on the main floor windows that need to be removed. There are some electrical cords hanging down in the infant room that are accessible to children. The play kitchen needs to be anchored to the floor or wall. There are non-tamper resistant outlets on the main floor and downstairs. There is an extension-type cord in the infant room.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(b), WAC 110-300-0165(3)(f), WAC 110-300-0165(5)(b)
Training requirementsLong Term. The state’s lowest risk level. Fix within 20 business days, no recheck. Short Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15. Serious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“The provider's son did not complete his TB test.”
WAC 110-300-0106(1), WAC 110-300-0106(11), WAC 110-300-0106(12), WAC 110-300-0106(3)
MedicationSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“Medication with no start or end date. Medication given but not documented.”
WAC 110-300-0215(3)(a)(i)
Emergency preparation and exitingSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“Emergency exit door was locked. Kitchen door emergency exit blocked by a plant stand.”
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a), WAC 110-300-0166(3)(b), WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c)
Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfortShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“Bouncy seats not appropriate for toddlers and older infants. Bouncy seats are ripped. Styrofoam used for Christmas project not developmentally appropriate. Pictures of older kids that don't match ages of kids in care.”
WAC 110-300-0135(2)(c)
Safe food practicesShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“Cooked food consisting of broccoli, pasta and meatballs was left on the stove for over 2 hours”
WAC 110-300-0197(3)
Outdoor early learning program spaceShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“The gate was difficult to open. Some of the fence gaps were 5 inches and 4 inches.”
WAC 110-300-0145(9)
Bottle preparationShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“A bottle was in a child's bag that was not immediately refrigerated and it was warm.”
WAC 110-300-0280(1)
General staff qualificationsShort Term. Fix within 10 business days. Rechecked within 15.
“The provider is acting as a lead teacher for longer than a month.”
WAC 110-300-0100(6), WAC 110-300-0100(7)(b)
Jun 27, 20234 citations
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning spaceSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“Not enough wood chips under the swings.”
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b)
Safety requirementsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“Blinds on main level windows need to be removed. Window screens upstairs need to be re-installed. There is damaged floor around the drain in the downstairs bathroom.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(b)
Preservice requirementsSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“17yo in home has not completed and passed a background check.”
WAC 110-300-0105(2)
Outdoor early learning program spaceSerious. Fix within 5 business days. The licensor rechecks within 10.
“The fence on the way to the playground steps needs to be secured from the gate. The fence on the deck has a gap bigger than 3.5 inches.”
WAC 110-300-0145(7)
Fewer than 20 Seattle-area family homes have had 7 licensing inspections, so there is no comparison yet.
Read every record and the state’s reports
State record — Washington DCYF
- Last visit
- September 3, 2026
- On file
- 7 visits since June 2023 — all of them cited findings
- Most serious
- Serious —
(1)(a)(b) The wood chips in front of the slide were pushed off to the sides and packed dirt was exposed. There were not wood chips that were at least nine inches deep. The wood chips in front of the slide and under the climbing structure measured 2 inches deep at the time of the recheck visit.
· September 3, 2026
Washington DCYF publishes each citation in the licensor’s own words, with a risk level.
Sep 2026 Licensing visit 4 findings
Licensing visit · September 3, 2026
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
(1)(a)(b) The wood chips in front of the slide were pushed off to the sides and packed dirt was exposed. There were not wood chips that were at least nine inches deep. The wood chips in front of the slide and under the climbing structure measured 2 inches deep at the time of the recheck visit.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
There was a roll of plastic bags in the cabinet under the sink that was unlocked and accessible to the children at the time of the recheck visit.
WAC 110-300-0170(2) · Short Term
(2) There was no annual fire inspection provided to Licensor for review at the time of the recheck visit.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) · Serious
(1)(a) There was a pack of Kirkland brand cleansing wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" in an unlocked bottom drawer in the diaper changing table that was accessible to the children. There was an Aquaphor Healing Ointment tube, two Desitin paste tubes, a Vitacilina First Aid Antibiotic, two Boudreaux's Butt Pastes all labeled "keep out of the reach of children" in an unlocked bottom drawer in the diaper changing table that were accessible to the children. There was a pack of Ricitos De Oro baby wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" in an unlocked cabinet under the sink that was accessible to the children. The 3 step bottles were hung in the bathroom above the toilet and were low enough to be accessible to the children.
Aug 2026 Licensing visit 4 findings
Licensing visit · August 5, 2026
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
(1)(a)(b) The wood chips in front of the slide were pushed off to the sides and packed dirt was exposed. There was not wood chips that were at least nine inches deep.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
(2)(d) There was a roll of plastic bags placed on the diaper changing table in the bathroom that were accessible to the children.
WAC 110-300-0170(2) · Short Term
(2) There was no annual fire inspection provided to Licensor for review.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) · Serious
(1)(a) There was a pack of Kirkland brand cleansing wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" on the diaper changing table in the bathroom that was accessible to the children. There was a pack of Kirkland brand cleansing wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" that were on top of a bookshelf outside the glass sliding door leading to the backyard that were accessible to the children. There was an Aquaphor Healing Ointment tube, two Desitin paste tubes, a Vitacilina First Aid Antibiotic, two Boudreaux's Butt Pastes all labeled "keep out of the reach of children" that were in a shelf and drawers in the diaper changing table that were unlocked and accessible to the children. There was a pack of Ricitos De Oro baby wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" in an unlocked cabinet under the sink that was accessible to the children. The 3 step bottles were hung in the bathroom above the toilet and were low enough to be accessible to the children.
Sep 2025 Licensing visit 4 findings
Licensing visit · September 11, 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 of the climbing structure were not at least 9 inches deep.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
(2)(d) There were multiple plastic garbage bags in an unlocked play room that were accessible to the children.
Immunizations and exempt children
WAC 110-300-0210(1)(2) · Long Term
(1)(2) Two child files were missing CIS forms, two child files had "conditional" CIS forms from 2023, and another had a CIS form that was not medically verified.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) · Serious
(1)(a) There were wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" in the bathroom and next to the sliding glass doors that were accessible to the children.
Oct 2024 Licensing visit 7 findings
Licensing visit · October 21, 2024
WAC 110-300-0100(7) · Short Term
Assistant teachers did not have their high school diploma or equivalent in Merit or file.
WAC 110-300-0105(2) · Serious
One of the staff members did not have cleared background check.
WAC 110-300-0115(3) · Short Term
Staff files missing applications, emergency contact information and immunization records.
Immunizations and exempt children
WAC 110-300-0210(1)(2) · Long Term
Children's files did not have immunizations that were medically verified.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(4) · Serious
Mop was stored in the shower which was accessible to children.
WAC 110-300-0460(2) / 110-300-0460(4)(a) · Long Term / Short Term
Children's records are missing items. Immunization records, health care providers and sign off for parent handbook.
WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2) · Long Term
Licensing information available and where the parent policies are kept was not posted.
Jun 2024 Licensing visit 9 findings
Licensing visit · June 3, 2024
Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfort
WAC 110-300-0135(2)(b) · Short Term
Children were observed in the upstairs room sitting in chairs that were too big for the child and their feet did not touch the ground.
Diaper changing areas, privacy, and disposal
WAC 110-300-0221(2)(a) · Short Term
There is a diaper table downstairs but it is not within arm's length of the handwashing sink.
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1) / 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Short Term / Serious
The swings are not the proper distance between the climber and the other swing. There is not enough wood chips around the climber.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) / 110-300-0165(3)(e) / 110-300-0165(5)(f) · Short Term / Serious
2(c):There are cords outside accessible to children. 2 (d): There are plastic bags in a cupboard that is accessible to children. Downstairs there is also a drawer that has items that are accessible to children that state keep out of reach of children. 2 (g) Cribs are against the window downstairs and there is no documentation that it is safety glass. 3 (e): There is a rug downstairs that is a tripping hazard. 5 (f): There is an extension cord being used outside for a light under the tarp area. 3 (g) There are several pieces of equipment outside that has chipped paint; playhouse and bench.
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(4)(b) · Serious
There is a room downstairs set up as an art room that does not have two exits and should not be used and it appears ready for care.
WAC 110-300-0345(3) · Short Term
Staff was observed leaving the area where the children were and going into another part of the home.
WAC 110-300-0460(2) · Long Term
There were two children's files that did not have any emergency contacts filled out in the paperwork.
Infant and toddler sleep, rest, and equipment
WAC 110-300-0290(3)(a)(b) · Short Term
There was no paperwork documentation for the cribs.
Dec 2023 Licensing visit 9 findings
Licensing visit · December 19, 2023
Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfort
WAC 110-300-0135(2)(c) · Short Term
Bouncy seats not appropriate for toddlers and older infants. Bouncy seats are ripped. Styrofoam used for Christmas project not developmentally appropriate. Pictures of older kids that don't match ages of kids in care.
WAC 110-300-0197(3) · Short Term
Cooked food consisting of broccoli, pasta and meatballs was left on the stove for over 2 hours
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(9) · Short Term
The gate was difficult to open. Some of the fence gaps were 5 inches and 4 inches.
WAC 110-300-0280(1) · Short Term
A bottle was in a child's bag that was not immediately refrigerated and it was warm.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(b) / 110-300-0165(3)(f) / 110-300-0165(5)(b) · Serious / Short Term
There are 2 window blinds on the main floor windows that need to be removed. There are some electrical cords hanging down in the infant room that are accessible to children. The play kitchen needs to be anchored to the floor or wall. There are non-tamper resistant outlets on the main floor and downstairs. There is an extension-type cord in the infant room.
WAC 110-300-0106(1) / 110-300-0106(11) / 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(3) · Long Term / Short Term / Serious
The provider's son did not complete his TB test.
WAC 110-300-0215(3)(a)(i) · Serious
Medication with no start or end date. Medication given but not documented.
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) / 110-300-0166(3)(b) / 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious
Emergency exit door was locked. Kitchen door emergency exit blocked by a plant stand.
WAC 110-300-0100(6) / 110-300-0100(7)(b) · Short Term
The provider is acting as a lead teacher for longer than a month.
Jun 2023 Licensing visit 4 findings
Licensing visit · June 27, 2023
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
Not enough wood chips under the swings.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(b) · Serious
Blinds on main level windows need to be removed. Window screens upstairs need to be re-installed. There is damaged floor around the drain in the downstairs bathroom.
WAC 110-300-0105(2) · Serious
17yo in home has not completed and passed a background check.
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(7) · Serious
The fence on the way to the playground steps needs to be secured from the gate. The fence on the deck has a gap bigger than 3.5 inches.
Shortlist replaces people’s names in the state’s text with initials. This is done by rule, not by hand, so it can miss a name or shorten a word that isn’t one. The state’s report, linked on each row, has the original.
What it costs
We couldn’t find it, so if you know, please share. We’ll publish it and work to confirm it with the provider directly too.
Details
- Phone
- (424) 370-5534
- Area
- Bellevue, 98004This home’s state page lists no street address.
- License
- PL-82761
- Quality program
- Early Achievers Enrolled
We couldn’t find some information that may matter to your decision: openings, Working Connections subsidy, cost, hours and late pickup, teaching approach, ratios and staff, a typical day, and sick and biting policies. We can ask the program for you and copy you in.
Sources and dates
Where every fact on this page came from, and when Shortlist last checked it against that source. Anything Shortlist could not source is named here rather than left blank.
State record
From Washington DCYF’s published reports, last checked November 3, 2026.
Washington’s four risk levels, highest first: Immediate, Serious, Short Term, Long Term. Deadlines from DCYF procedure PRO 10.1.21.
Ages
Details
- Phone, License, Quality program — Checked July 2026 findchildcarewa.org
- Ages on the license — Checked September 2026 findchildcarewa.org
Full-size means licensed for 12 children, the most any Seattle-area family home holds; 735 of Seattle-area’s 1,532 licensed family homes are. Small is 3 to 6; mid-size is 7 to 11.
The ages on the license are what the state licenses it to care for, which can be wider than the ages it takes.