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Licensing visit · July 17, 2025
Training requirements · WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
The licensor observed that one staff member’s Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) training had expired. This training is essential for safely handling situations involving exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials, especially when responding to a child with an injury.
Training requirements · WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
The licensor observed that a staff member’s First Aid and CPR certification had expired. Current certification in First Aid and CPR is critical to ensure staff are prepared to respond effectively and promptly in the event of a medical emergency.
Training requirements · WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
The licensor observed that a staff member’s food handler card (food handler’s permit) had expired. Maintaining a current food handler card is essential for ensuring safe food preparation and handling practices, which help prevent foodborne illnesses.
Training requirements · WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
The licensor observed that a staff member had not completed the required Child Basics training. This training is essential to ensure staff understand fundamental child care practices and safety protocols necessary for providing quality care.
Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
The licensor observed that the power cords for the refrigerator and a radio were hanging from a shelf in a looped formation, creating a potential safety hazard due to the risk of entanglement or tripping.
Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
The licensor observed rolls of plastic bags stored on a children's toilets and on top of hand towel dispensers, making them easily accessible to children and posing a potential suffocation or choking hazard.
Emergency preparation and exiting · WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious
The licensor observed a floor cleaning machine, trashbins and water table brought indoors and were stored near an exit door. Storing equipment in front of or near designated exits can obstruct egress and poses a potential safety hazard in the event of an emergency evacuation.
Food allergies and special dietary needs · WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
The licensor observed that children with known food allergies did not have completed Individual Care Plans (ICPs) on file, as required. While some ICPs were signed by the parent or guardian, they were incomplete and lacked critical information. Specifically, the ICPs were missing written instructions from the child’s licensed health care provider.
Food allergies and special dietary needs · WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
The licensor observed that for children with known food allergies, the early learning provider did not ensure that medication training—necessary to properly manage a child’s food allergy—was arranged or conducted by the child’s parent or guardian.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies · WAC 110-300-0260(5) · Serious
The licensor observed multiple cleaning tools and sanitation items stored in areas accessible to children, creating potential health and safety hazards
Complaint · January 14, 2025
The state lists this complaint on the provider’s record, but the state’s published report includes no citation detail.
Licensing visit · July 17, 2024
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies · WAC 110-300-0260(5) · Serious
Licensor observed 2 vacuums were stored in the preK2 bathroom.
Food allergies and special dietary needs · WAC 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
Licensor observed a child with a food allergy did not have the necessary training about specialized medication administration provided by the parent.
Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Licensor observed a toilet plunger was placed on top of a plastic bag on the bathroom floor accessible to children. corrections made removal of plastic bag and plunger. 0165 (3a) Licensor observed one of the toddler table had rough splintered edges.
Emergency preparation and exiting · WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious
Licensor observed the emergency exit (toddler outdoor space) remained jammed/locked from the inside when the push bar is pressed. Causing difficulty for staff and children to evacuate off the premises in the event of an emergency.
Training requirements · WAC 110-300-0106(8) · Short Term
Licensor observed a Lead Teacher left alone in a classroom of 8 children did not complete a First Aid/CPR training. 0106 (3) Licensor observed 2 staff members did not complete the child care basic trainings within 3 months of the date hired. 0106 (8) Licensor observed 1 staff member with an expired Safe Sleep training.
Complaint · November 22, 2023
Food allergies and special dietary needs · WAC 110-300-0186(4) · Serious
During the complaint inspection, licensor Severson determined there was enough information, to determine that the teacher did not review the current allergy list posted in the classroom / process and gave a child a known food item, causing the child to later be ill following that evening. allergen
Licensing visit · July 25, 2023
Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(2)(b) / 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Licensor observed safety caps in outlets Licensor observed plastic bags in low open cabinets or other child accessible areas Licensor observed blinds with pull cord in infant room. Licensor observed sink & toilet in preschool room not working w/ tape on the toilet, & bathroom fans that were dirty / not operable or poor condition.
Emergency preparation and exiting · WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious
Outdoor interior gate
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies · WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(5) · Serious
Licensor observed brooms, and dust pans accessible to children in majority of classrooms. Licensor observed unlocked cabinet with cleaning supplies accessible to children, infant room.
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