Washington DCYF cited something at 6 of the 6 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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The epi-pen was expired.· June 24, 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 · July 29, 2026
WAC 110-300-0105(3) · Short Term
Johanna Moroe does not have a TB test docemented in Merit. Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(f) · Long Term
There are no stickers or anything posted at the child's level on the sliding glass door. Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(a) · Short Term
Some of the wood railings outside appear to have splintered edges.
Licensing visit · June 24, 2025
Licensing visit · December 16, 2024
WAC 110-300-0115(3) · Short Term
Staff files were missing the following: (a) A copy of current government issued photo identification; (b) Emergency contact information; (c) Completed employment application or resume; (d) Annual observation, evaluation, and feedback information; (e) The licensee's Social Security number, federal EIN, or a written document stating the licensee does not possess either; and (f) Immunization records including exemption documents (this is the MMR that is required by employees)
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(11) · Short Term
The self closing gate at the top of the deck is very hard to open and close.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) · Serious
There was a plug in outlet cover in the licensed space. Provider removed during the inspection.
WAC 110-300-0215(3) / 110-300-0215(3)(a)(i) · Serious
The medication paperwork for the child with the epi-pen did not meet all the requirements and was not filled out completely.
Infant and toddler sleep, rest, and equipment
WAC 110-300-0290(3)(a)(b) · Short Term
The 2 cribs do not have a certificate of compliance stating that they meet 16 CFR 1219 or 1220. Risk WAC/RCW Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0360(2) · Long Term
There was no outside time during the inspection for the child who was present.
WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2) · Long Term
Allergy list was not posted. Licensing information available upon request was not posted. (RCW 43.216.687)
Licensing visit · June 11, 2024
Infant and toddler sleep, rest, and equipment
WAC 110-300-0290(3)(d) / 110-300-0290(3)(a)(b) · Short Term
3d) the small crib did not have a tight fitted sheet, but a loose sheet. It appeared to be a sheet for a full size crib. 6/27/24- a tight fitted sheet is now on the crib 3ab) the 2 cribs do not have a certificate of compliance stating that they meet 16 CFR 1219 or 1220.
WAC 110-300-0215(3) · Serious
3) diaper cream was seen and said for a child as it was on the changing table, but written permission was not available to apply it.
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(8) · Short Term
8) the plastic mesh along the railing and fencing of the deck is not secured in several places creating a gap greater than 3.5 inches.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(c) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) / 110-300-0165(5)(a) · Serious / Short Term
2a) many small items and toys were seen accessible to the infants and toddlers such as: ripped paper, toy cars and trains with small wheels and chipping, small balls for the toss net, plastic plugs in outlets. A 2y/o child walked around with a lolli pop 6/27/24 the lolli pops will not be allowed, small toys have been removed, paper and other chiking hazards have been removed. 2c) the booster with many straps was placed on the floor accessible to children 6/27/24- The boost seat has been removed 2d) plastic bags were accessible to children in the bathroom, on the deck with pillows in it, plastic bag wrapper was on the ground by the toy box (the plastic bags in the bathroom were removed at the time of the inspection, the plastic wrap was removed by licensor) 6/27/24- the plastic bag on the deck has been removed 3g) the small crib had loose parts, some toys had chipping paint, the paint on the deck ralings and posts is chipping 6/27/24- th echipped paint toys have been removed 4e) the water temperature in the bathroom tested at l36 4f) it was said that the children play on the back deck only. The stairs on the upper level of the deck do not have a gate at the top or bottom between this level and the lower level deck. 5a) outlets in the small room and in the main play room were seen not tamper resistent.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
1a) febreeze was on the bathroom counter accessible to children, as well as diaper cream on the changing table. (both items were removed during visit) 2ab) CLeaners are stored under the kitchen sink with a plastic loop baby safety thing. 6/27/24 the cleaners under the sink have been moved to the laundry room with a locked door.
WAC 110-300-0345(5)(b) · Short Term
5b) the front and back door are not heard when opened to prevent children from leaving unsupervised. 6/27/24 the front door can be heard when opened.
Complaint · February 21, 2024 · Resolved April 5, 2024
WAC 110-300-0345(1) · Serious
Mesale acknowledged that an unqualified person/staff had been left alone with children.
Licensing visit · January 4, 2024
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c) · Short Term
There were 2 cords hanging frm the tv - provider removed while licensor was present. There were cords and a extension cord connected to the Christmas tree.
WAC 110-300-0105(2) · Serious
A "staff (Donna)" does not have a cleared background check. Donna does not have a TB test.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
Donna and Celina do not have HIV/BBP training. Mesale, Donna and Celina do not have hands on CPR/1st aid training. Celina does not have a food card.
Licensing visit · July 26, 2023
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) / 110-300-0165(5)(b) · Serious · No longer displayed by the state
There is a cord hanging from the television and it is accessible to children. There are 2 cords hanging from the roof of the home down into the back yard deck. The mats are stored in large bags that are accessible to the children. The sliding glass door does not have anything to prevent children from walking into the glass door. There is a large cubby/storage cabinet that is not anchored. The light bulbs in the main room light fixture does not have shatter resistant bulbs. There are several outlets that are not TPR. The outlets near the sinks are GFCI but not TPR.
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious · No longer displayed by the state
There is a slide placed on the wood deck
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(5) · Serious · No longer displayed by the state
There was a ladder in the backyard that is accessible to children.
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