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The front door is not able to be fully opened as a coat rack is in place, blocking it from opening to its full position. Date Disputed Date Disputed· May 5, 2026
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Licensing visit · May 5, 2026
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(11) · Short Term
The gate is not self closing enough to self latch. Date Disputed Date Disputed
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious
The front door is not able to be fully opened as a coat rack is in place, blocking it from opening to its full position. Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0215(3)(a)(ii) · Serious
Provider states she gave a child medication when he was sick. She did not have written authorization or keep a log of administration. Licensor observed a child remove a bottle of Tylenol from her cubby. Provider does not have written authorization for its use. Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0215(3)(c) · Serious
Licensor observed a child remove a bottle of Tylenol from her cubby. Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0345(5)(c) · Serious
Provider was observed to enter the home to grab supplies while the children remained outside playing.
Licensing visit · October 21, 2025
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(4) · Serious
The trampoline net is not securely closed but rather unzipped all the way. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0165(5)(b) · Serious
The outlet near the bathroom sink is GFCI type but not TR. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed
Transportation and off-site activity policy
WAC 110-300-0480(2) · Serious
Provider states her husband sometimes drives a child home. They do not take the child's health history, emergency information, complete first aid kit, he does not have current first aid/CPR training Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0470(1) · Short Term
1) The disaster policy does not include details for if children may be left unsupervised due to a provider's emergency. A template was used but provider has not edited it to meet their program needs. The provider is not following their plan, to include a to go bag or other gathered supplies as detailed in their policy. 4d) Emergency drills are not being recorded on the department form to include all required information. Notes about the drills are not documented consistently.
Licensing visit · May 29, 2025
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(4) · Serious
1) Climbers and slide are placed on a cement patio not following CPSC guidelines or manufacturer specs. Two swings are attached to low branches, hanging above a cemement paver wall and flower beds. 4) a trampoline is in the backyard.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(b) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) / 110-300-0165(5)(b) · Serious
2b) blinds are hung in the kitchen windows. 2d) plastic bags are accessible to children in the bathroom 2f) the sliding door does not have stickers on it. 3f) the TV and TV stand are not anchored to prevent tipping or falling. 4e) the water temperature tested over 140 degrees F. 5a) Outlets in the licensed space are not Tamper Resistant 5b) the outlet in the bathroom next to the sink is not GFCI type or Tamper Resistant.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) · Serious
Dishwasher detergent is stored under the kitchen sink accessible to children. Clorox wipes are stored under the bathroom sink accessible to children.
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