Emergency exit from ocean room had retractable gate that required special knowledge to open.· August 22, 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 · August 22, 2025
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious
Emergency exit from ocean room had retractable gate that required special knowledge to open.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious
Licensor observed that provider had two children with allergies with the required medication but no individual care plan.
WAC 110-300-0215(3)(a)(i) · Serious
Prescribed inhaler for enrolled child was not labeled with (A) A child's first and last name; (B) The date the prescription was filled; (C) The name and contact information of the prescribing health professional; (D) The expiration date, dosage amount, and length of time to give the medication; and (E) Instructions for administration and storage.
Licensing visit · January 13, 2025
WAC 110-300-0100(6) · Short Term
110-300-0100(6) - Lead teacher Dawshawna needs to submit HS diploma into MERIT.
Licensing visit · July 12, 2024
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
Licensor observed that (i) pea gravel was not 9 inches deep under climbing structures and only measured 4-6 inches.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(b) · Serious
Licensor observed cords capable of forming loops in all classrooms and outside on both playgrounds. Licensor observed windows with an opening greater than 3.5inches.
WAC 110-300-0106(4) · Serious
Licensor observed many missing mandatory trainings for staff. Staff will need to complete all trainings pursuant to WAC 110-300-0160 (4)(5)(6)(7)(9)
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