Washington DCYF cited something at 4 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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At the time of inspection, the storage closet in the nap room was accesible, a child was observed opening the closet doors.· March 17, 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 · March 17, 2026
Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfort
WAC 110-300-0135(2)(a) · Short Term
At the time of inspection, one of the highchairs was not in good condition, the cover had rips and tears. Date Disputed Date Disputed
WAC 110-300-0165(4)(e) · Short Term
At the time of inspection, the water temperature in the handwashing sink (bathroom) was measured at 122.4 degrees F. Date Disputed Date Disputed
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
At the time of inspection, the storage closet in the nap room was accesible, a child was observed opening the closet doors.
Licensing visit · February 10, 2025
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
At the time of file review, it was determined that staff AY has not completed BBP training 0106 (10) At the time of file review, it was determined that staff AY has not completed safe sleep training 0106 (11) At the time of file review, it was determined that the provider and staff CPR/first aid training has expired. 0106 (12)At the time of file review, it was determined that the provider and staff food food handler training has expired
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(8) · Short Term
At the time of inspection it was observed that the fence is not in good condition, there are areas with a gap of more than 3.5 inches wide.
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
At the time of inspection it was observed that slides are placed directly on the ground.
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(f) · Short Term
At the time of the inspection it was observed that the TV placed on top of a shelf is not secured 0165 (4)(e) At the time of the inspection the water temperature was measured at 140.1 degrees Celcius
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(b) · Serious
At the time of the visit it was observed that the main door is locked through an automatic locking keypad installed on the door.
WAC 110-300-0345(5)(b) · Short Term
At the time of the inspection the main door did not have device to alert the provider if a child tried to open the door.
Licensing visit · January 29, 2024
Outdoor early learning program space
WAC 110-300-0145(6) · Serious
At the time of the visit, the licensor observed that gate does have a self-closing and self-latching mechanism. 0145 (6) At the time of the visit, the licensor observed that outdoor play area is not fully enclosed with fence, the side yard is open. 0145 (8) At the time of the visit, the licensor observed gaps of more than 3.5 inches on some areas of the fence.
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(d) · Short Term
At the time of the visit, the licensor observed laundry machines placed in the bathroom are accessible to children.
Licensing visit · June 14, 2023
WAC 110-300-0215(3)(c) · Serious · No longer displayed by the state
Licensor observed three expired diaper creams. Correction: Provider removed the expired diaper creams during the visit
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) · Serious · No longer displayed by the state
It was observed that child put a small rounded toy in his mouth. Correction: Licensor informed provider that child put the toy in his mouth, provider asked the child to spit out the toy. Provider removed the toy. 0165 (3)(d) It was observed that fridge is accessible to chidden 0165 (3)(f) - Fire extinguisher is not mounted/ secured to the wall 0165 (4)(c) Exposed lights observed in the play room and infant room. Correction: Provider removed the lights during the visit
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious · No longer displayed by the state
It was observed that deadbolt and locking device are used in the main door during childcare hours; emergency exit gate is locked
WAC 110-300-0345(5)(d) · Serious · No longer displayed by the state
Licensor observed lapses of supervison because of the lay out of the childcare home Correction: Provider created a supervison plan that only two areas will be open/available at the same time to ensure supervison requirements are met. 0345 (5)(d) It was observed that provider left a child for a minute or two in the diaper changing station to help another child.
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