Sunshine Daycare

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What kind of place is this?

Size 12 children licensed In the middle half for Seattle home daycares, where the middle half licenses 6–12. Measured across 1,532 Seattle home daycares, 2026-08-17.

Who runs it

Ownership For-profit Washington DCYF issued this licence to an individual, not to a company. A licence held by a person is a sole proprietorship. findchildcarewa.org

Will it fit our family?

Not yet reported: ages served, hours, days / week, schedule, holiday closures.

What will it cost us?

This provider does not publish pricing.

What Shortlist has verified

License status Active

State record — Washington DCYF

Last visit
February 19, 2026
On file
3 visits since October 2023 — all of them cited findings
Fixed?
Washington DCYF does not publish whether a finding was corrected.
Most serious
SeriousThe licensor observed Ms. Berenice had an expired Portable Background Clearance, which is a significant concern because such clearances are essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of children in care. By identifying this lapse, the licensor helps protect children from potential risks by ensuring that all staff working directly with them have been properly screened. Maintaining current background clearances is not only a regulatory requirement but also a critical measure to uphold a safe environment and demonstrate the program’s commitment to child safety. Date Disputed Date Disputed · February 19, 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.

Feb 2026 Licensing visit 3 findings

Licensing visit · February 19, 2026

Preservice requirements

WAC 110-300-0105(2) · Serious

The licensor observed Ms. Berenice had an expired Portable Background Clearance, which is a significant concern because such clearances are essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of children in care. By identifying this lapse, the licensor helps protect children from potential risks by ensuring that all staff working directly with them have been properly screened. Maintaining current background clearances is not only a regulatory requirement but also a critical measure to uphold a safe environment and demonstrate the program’s commitment to child safety. Date Disputed Date Disputed

Emergency preparation and exiting

WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious

The licensor observed three trash receptacles stored along the side of an exit pathway. The licensor recommended that the trash bins be either removed or secured, as their current placement could obstruct the pathway during an emergency evacuation. If the bins were to tip over, they could block the exit route, creating a safety hazard. The licensor suggested either mounting the trash bins to prevent tipping or relocating them away from the exit pathway and gate to ensure a clear and safe evacuation route. Date Disputed Date Disputed

Food allergies and special dietary needs

WAC 110-300-0186(2) · Serious

The licensor observed that the required training for administering medication had not been completed for a child who requires a life-saving medication, and the corresponding section of the enrollment form was left blank. Additionally, the enrollment forms and all authorized medication documents on file were last signed in 2024. Licensor provided guidance for staff to complete all required medication training to ensure the safety and well-being of children, particularly when life-saving medications are involved. Provide an accurate, up-to-date documentation of training and authorization forms is critical for regulatory compliance and for providing safe, effective care.

Report (PDF)

Jan 2025 Licensing visit 6 findings

Licensing visit · January 16, 2025

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(11) · Serious / Short Term

Licensor observed expired Bloodborne Pathogens for Home Staff Jennifer F. and owner Mariana S. 0106 (11) Licensor observed expired First aid and CPR for Staff Jennifer F.

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(11) · Serious / Short Term

Licensor observed expired Food handler for Staff Jennifer F.

Safety requirements

WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) / 110-300-0165(4)(e) · Serious / Short Term

Licensor observed plastic garbage bags stored underneath the kitchen sink was accessible to children. (immediate corrections: secured child safety lock). 0165 (4)(e) Licensor observed the water temperature in the bathroom sink was at 123*F. 0165 (4)(f) Licensor observed the safety gate at the stairway was not secured making the stairway leading to the upstairs accessible to children. gate). (immediate corrections: secured safety

Food allergies and special dietary needs

WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious

Licensor observed a child with a known food allergy to eggs was not provided by the health care provider indicating allergic reaction, sypmptoms associated and response to an allergic reaction specifying a treatment plan. 0186 (2) Licensor observed the necessary medication training by the parent was not conducted to properly manage a child's food allergy.

Medication

WAC 110-300-0215(3) · Serious

Licensor observed a child with a medical condition (siezures) did not have a medication authorization form signed by the parent. 0215 (3)(a)(i) Licensor observed a child with an Epi-Pen did not have the child's first name and last name on the life saving medication (Epi-pen was not stored in the original prescription box). Licensor observed a child with a health condition had a life saving seizure medication that was expired as of 09/24/2024. 0215 (3) Licensor observed the expired life saving seizure medication was not returned to the parent for a refill. Risk WAC/RCW Level Corrected On Site Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed

Medication

WAC 110-300-0215(3)(a)(i) · Serious

Licensor observed a child with a medical condition (siezures) did not have a medication authorization form signed by the parent. 0215 (3)(a)(i) Licensor observed a child with an Epi-Pen did not have the child's first name and last name on the life saving medication (Epi-pen was not stored in the original prescription box). Licensor observed a child with a health condition had a life saving seizure medication that was expired as of 09/24/2024. 0215 (3) Licensor observed the expired life saving seizure medication was not returned to the parent for a refill.

Report (PDF)

Oct 2023 Licensing visit 1 finding

Licensing visit · October 10, 2023

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(11) · Short Term

Licensor did not observe a current CPR /First Aid for Provider, as the last one expired 9/13/23.

Report (PDF)

Before you tour

Sunshine Daycare hasn’t published

Cost, hours and late pickup, a typical day, sick and biting policies.

Ask what changed after the nine findings Washington DCYF ranked Serious, most recently in February 2026.It does not publish whether a finding was fixed. The rest carry its lower risk levels.

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What kind of place is this

Not yet reported: established, teaching approach.

Who runs it

Licensing and contact

State record

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