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- Medium center, licensed for 88 children.
- Ages on the license: birth to 13 years.
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What the state has found
Someone reported concerns to the state, and it found all 5 valid, most recently in July 2026. The state also cited rules at 4 of its 5 licensing inspections since January 2024.
Of the 64 Seattle-area centers with 5 licensing inspections, 38% had rules cited at 4 of them, as this center did. 23% had rules cited at all 5.
Complaints the state found valid
Someone reported a concern. The state investigated and found reasonable cause to believe a licensing rule was broken.
“There are allegations that there are not supplies in the bathrooms such as toilet paper or paper towels and staff are not washing hands after changing diapers.”
The state’s description of the complaint
“Report that the child care program is very messy: urine on the floor and toilet, bug on the floor, diaper changing area is dirty, sink at handwashing station is dirty.”
The state’s description of the complaint
“Licensor observed crumbs and debris under the mat that is on the diaper changing station in the Deer/Toddler classroom.”
WAC 110-300-0241(7)
“Report that 2 toddlers left the classroom unsupervised. A person driving by the center saw them and ran over to keep the children from stepping into the busy street.,Report that 2 children went out a classroom exit door and the staff did not hear them leave.”
The state’s description of the complaint
“Staff member shared that there was a door failure and this is why it didn't sound when the children exited the classroom.”
WAC 110-300-0345(5)(b)
“Report that classrooms are frequently out of ratio and assistant teachers are left alone with the children. Report that staff were not supervising closely when child was injured. Report that classroom children are not properly supervised while diaper changing is happening.”
The state’s description of the complaint
Of the 200 Seattle-area centers licensed for 71 to 114 children, 134 (67%) have no valid complaint in the last three years; 7 (4%) have five or more, as this center does.
Licensing inspections
Jun 18, 20253 citations
“(1)(a) There were wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" accessible in the Deer classroom, Otters classroom, and accessible in the bathroom of the Eagles classroom. (5) A vacuum was accessible to the children in the Otters classroom.”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a), WAC 110-300-0260(5)
“(2)(c) There were phone chargers accessible in the Deer and Bears classrooms, a cord accessible (upper cabinet) in the Puffins classroom, a cord connected to a speaker accessible in the Eagles classroom, and a computer cord accessible in the Bears classroom.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c)
“(1)(2) A statement sharing that additional licensing information can be made available upon request was not posted.”
WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2)
Dec 4, 20244 citations
“(1) A child who has an egg allergy was missing an individual care plan in their file.”
WAC 110-300-0186(1)
“(3) 4 staff files that were reviewed were missing emergency contacts. Two staff files that were reviewed were missing MMRs. One staff file that was reviewed was missing a TB test result and had a document stating that this employee was supposed to go back to the clinic to have their result read and their food handlers card expired on 7/25/24. One staff file that was reviewed had a BBP training that expired on 2/11/24.”
WAC 110-300-0115(3)
“(2)(c) There were multiple cords that were connected to a power strip that were accessible to children in the Bears/Kindergarten classroom. (3)(f) Bookshelves in the Toddler classroom, the Otters/Preschool classroom, and in the Bears/Kindergarten room need to be anchored to the wall to avoid them from falling over. The bookshelf in the Otters/Preschool classroom needs to be fastened because it is loose. The bookshelf in the Bears/Kindergarten room that needs to be anchored has a fish tank on top.”
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(f)
“(1)(2) There was no statement of where staff and child files can be found in case of an emergency. There was no document stating if the center has liability insurance or not. Two bathrooms in the Otter/Preschool and Pre-K/Eagles classrooms were missing stand-up diapering procedures.”
WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2)
Jul 19, 202410 citations
“A key was left in the door handle of the storage room.”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a), WAC 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b)
“Staff missing food worker's permits.”
WAC 110-300-0106(12)
“A large soap container marked "keep out of reach of children" stored next to the toilet.”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a), WAC 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b)
“The Individual care plan for a child with food allergy does not have information about which food the child is allergic to, appropriate substitute foods, and description of syptoms and allergic reactions of child's specific allergies.”
WAC 110-300-0186(1), WAC 110-300-0186(2)
6 more from this inspection
“Parents have not trained staff on the use of medication. Medical provider has not signed the form.”
WAC 110-300-0186(1), WAC 110-300-0186(2)
“Magnets with small pieces that can become detached accessible to toddlers.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
“Staff working alone in an infant room did not have child abuse and neglect training. Risk”
WAC 110-300-0106(12)
“Staff missing food worker's permits.”
WAC 110-300-0106(4)
“Staff working alone in an infant room did not have child abuse and neglect training.”
WAC 110-300-0106(4)
“Plastic bags accessible to children in the bathroom.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
Jul 17, 202414 citations
“Playground climbing structure not intended for comercial use. Shock absorbing material doesn't have installation instructions and paperwork does not specify the thickness of the rubber flooring.”
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b)
“Plastic bags accessible to children in the bathroom.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
“Staff missing food worker's permits.”
WAC 110-300-0106(12), WAC 110-300-0106(4)
“Magnets with small pieces that can become detached accessible to toddlers.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
10 more from this inspection
“The Individual care plan for a child with food allergy does not have information about which food the child is allergic to, appropriate substitute foods, and description of syptoms and allergic reactions of child's specific allergies.”
WAC 110-300-0186(1), WAC 110-300-0186(2)
“Parents have not trained staff on the use of medication. Medical provider has not signed the form.”
WAC 110-300-0186(1), WAC 110-300-0186(2)
“Glass french doors in the playroom are missing stickers at children's eye level.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
“Upper cabinets had large unsecured heavy objects placed on top of them.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
“A large soap container marked "keep out of reach of children" stored next to the toilet.”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a), WAC 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b)
“A key was left in the door handle of the storage room.”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a), WAC 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b)
“0106(5) 0106(6) 0106(7) 0106(8) 0106(11) 0106(12) Staff working alone in an infant room did not have any of the required trainings in order to work alone. She did not have safe sleep traning. There was no proof that she has been trained on emergency preparedness plan.”
WAC 110-300-0106(12), WAC 110-300-0106(4)
“Several staff missing Basic training after 3 months of employment.”
WAC 110-300-0106(12), WAC 110-300-0106(4)
“Several staff have expired CPR/1st Aid Trainings.”
WAC 110-300-0106(12), WAC 110-300-0106(4)
“Staff missing BBP training.”
WAC 110-300-0106(12), WAC 110-300-0106(4)
Read every record and the state’s reports
State record — Washington DCYF
- Last visit
- January 7, 2026
- On file
- 5 visits since January 2024 — 1 cited nothing · 5 complaint investigations
- Most serious
- Serious —
(1)(a) There were wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" accessible in the Deer classroom, Otters classroom, and accessible in the bathroom of the Eagles classroom. (5) A vacuum was accessible to the children in the Otters classroom.
· June 18, 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.
Jun 2026 Complaint 1 valid issue
Complaint · Received June 10, 2026 · Resolved July 30, 2026
“There are allegations that there are not supplies in the bathrooms such as toilet paper or paper towels and staff are not washing hands after changing diapers.”
The state’s description of the complaint
Dec 2025 Complaint 2 valid issues
Complaint · Received December 16, 2025 · Resolved February 24, 2026
“Report that the child care program is very messy: urine on the floor and toilet, bug on the floor, diaper changing area is dirty, sink at handwashing station is dirty.”
The state’s description of the complaint
WAC 110-300-0241(7) · Short Term
Licensor observed crumbs and debris under the mat that is on the diaper changing station in the Deer/Toddler classroom.
Dec 2025 Complaint 2 valid issues
Complaint · Received December 9, 2025 · Resolved February 11, 2026
“Report that 2 toddlers left the classroom unsupervised. A person driving by the center saw them and ran over to keep the children from stepping into the busy street.,Report that 2 children went out a classroom exit door and the staff did not hear them leave.”
The state’s description of the complaint
Reported to the state by the program
Serious injury, valid issues and self-report are Washington’s own fields on its complaint listing.
WAC 110-300-0345(5)(b) · Short Term
Staff member shared that there was a door failure and this is why it didn't sound when the children exited the classroom.
Sep 2025 Complaint 1 valid issue
Complaint · Received September 9, 2025 · Resolved November 25, 2025
“Report that classrooms are frequently out of ratio and assistant teachers are left alone with the children. Report that staff were not supervising closely when child was injured. Report that classroom children are not properly supervised while diaper changing is happening.”
The state’s description of the complaint
Jun 2025 Licensing visit 3 findings
Licensing visit · June 18, 2025
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c) · Short Term
(2)(c) There were phone chargers accessible in the Deer and Bears classrooms, a cord accessible (upper cabinet) in the Puffins classroom, a cord connected to a speaker accessible in the Eagles classroom, and a computer cord accessible in the Bears classroom.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(5) · Serious
(1)(a) There were wipes labeled "keep out of the reach of children" accessible in the Deer classroom, Otters classroom, and accessible in the bathroom of the Eagles classroom. (5) A vacuum was accessible to the children in the Otters classroom.
WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2) · Long Term
(1)(2) A statement sharing that additional licensing information can be made available upon request was not posted.
Dec 2024 Licensing visit 4 findings
Licensing visit · December 4, 2024
WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2) · Long Term
(1)(2) There was no statement of where staff and child files can be found in case of an emergency. There was no document stating if the center has liability insurance or not. Two bathrooms in the Otter/Preschool and Pre-K/Eagles classrooms were missing stand-up diapering procedures.
WAC 110-300-0115(3) · Short Term
(3) 4 staff files that were reviewed were missing emergency contacts. Two staff files that were reviewed were missing MMRs. One staff file that was reviewed was missing a TB test result and had a document stating that this employee was supposed to go back to the clinic to have their result read and their food handlers card expired on 7/25/24. One staff file that was reviewed had a BBP training that expired on 2/11/24.
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(f) · Short Term
(2)(c) There were multiple cords that were connected to a power strip that were accessible to children in the Bears/Kindergarten classroom. (3)(f) Bookshelves in the Toddler classroom, the Otters/Preschool classroom, and in the Bears/Kindergarten room need to be anchored to the wall to avoid them from falling over. The bookshelf in the Otters/Preschool classroom needs to be fastened because it is loose. The bookshelf in the Bears/Kindergarten room that needs to be anchored has a fish tank on top.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious
(1) A child who has an egg allergy was missing an individual care plan in their file.
Nov 2024 Complaint 1 valid issue
Complaint · Received November 7, 2024 · Resolved December 16, 2024
Jul 2024 Licensing visit 10 findings
Licensing visit · July 19, 2024
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
A key was left in the door handle of the storage room.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
A large soap container marked "keep out of reach of children" stored next to the toilet.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
The Individual care plan for a child with food allergy does not have information about which food the child is allergic to, appropriate substitute foods, and description of syptoms and allergic reactions of child's specific allergies.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
Parents have not trained staff on the use of medication. Medical provider has not signed the form.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Magnets with small pieces that can become detached accessible to toddlers.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
Staff working alone in an infant room did not have child abuse and neglect training. Risk
WAC 110-300-0106(4) · Serious
Staff working alone in an infant room did not have child abuse and neglect training.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Plastic bags accessible to children in the bathroom.
Jul 2024 Licensing visit 14 findings
Licensing visit · July 17, 2024
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
Playground climbing structure not intended for comercial use. Shock absorbing material doesn't have installation instructions and paperwork does not specify the thickness of the rubber flooring.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Plastic bags accessible to children in the bathroom.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(4) · Serious
Staff missing food worker's permits.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Magnets with small pieces that can become detached accessible to toddlers.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
The Individual care plan for a child with food allergy does not have information about which food the child is allergic to, appropriate substitute foods, and description of syptoms and allergic reactions of child's specific allergies.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
Parents have not trained staff on the use of medication. Medical provider has not signed the form.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Glass french doors in the playroom are missing stickers at children's eye level.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Upper cabinets had large unsecured heavy objects placed on top of them.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
A large soap container marked "keep out of reach of children" stored next to the toilet.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious
A key was left in the door handle of the storage room.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(4) · Serious
0106(4) 0106(5) 0106(6) 0106(7) 0106(8) 0106(11) 0106(12) Staff working alone in an infant room did not have any of the required trainings in order to work alone. She did not have safe sleep traning. There was no proof that she has been trained on emergency preparedness plan.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(4) · Serious
Several staff missing Basic training after 3 months of employment.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(4) · Serious
Several staff have expired CPR/1st Aid Trainings.
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Details
- Address
- 3123 Sunset Blvd NE
- License
- PL-83687, active
- Quality program
- Early Achievers Enrolled
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State record
From Washington DCYF’s published reports, last checked October 10, 2026.
Details
- Phone, Ages on the license — Checked September 2026 findchildcarewa.org
- Address, License — Checked June 2026 data.wa.gov
- Quality program — Checked April 2026 data.wa.gov
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