“Guided by Jewish values and an innovative Reggio Emilia-inspired philosophy, our preschool nurtures curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.” sjcc.org, August 2026
Washington DCYF cited something at 4 of the 4 visits below. Across Seattle centers it cites something at about 67% of visits. Each state decides what gets written up, so this compares Seattle with Seattle and never with another state.
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One staff member with an expired PBC was present in a classroom at the beginning of the visit. The staff member was sent home during the visit. Date Disputed Date Disputed· July 6, 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 · July 6, 2026
WAC 110-300-0105(2) · Serious
One staff member with an expired PBC was present in a classroom at the beginning of the visit. The staff member was sent home during the visit. Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c) · Short Term
Cords forming loops were observed beneath the light-up tables in two classrooms.
Licensing visit · September 15, 2025
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c) · Short Term
Several areas were observed in which multiple cords formed loops in some classrooms. An additional concern was noted in one classroom where corded branches with leaves were placed on top of a shelf along with a corded string of lights.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
It was observed that the family provided Benadryl for the child instead of Zyrtec, as listed in the child’s individual care plan.
Licensing visit · March 11, 2025
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
The outdoor slide lacked the required 6-foot fall zone and did not have the necessary 9 inches of chipped ground cover. The playground structure designated for older children, which includes a yellow slide, had only a 4-foot fall zone between the slide exit and a railing, with a cemented pathway underneath.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
The playground shed, located in the corner, had no lock and contained stored gardening tools.
Complaint · April 18, 2024 · Resolved May 14, 2024
Prohibited behavior and discipline, and physical separation of children
WAC 110-300-0331(1) · Serious
As of April 21, 2024, the teacher mentioned in the allegation has been terminated from employment. This action was taken as a result of the allegation being investigated by the facility management and determined to be valid.
Licensing visit · November 15, 2023
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Plastic bags accessible to children. Power strip accessible to children.
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious
Several classroom emergency doors locked from the inside.
First-aid—CPR certification and supplies
WAC 110-300-0230(2)(b) · Serious
1st Aid kit placed in emergency bags which were accessible to children.
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Ask what changed after the eight findings Washington DCYF ranked Serious, most recently in July 2026.It does not publish whether a finding was fixed. The rest carry its lower risk levels.
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