Sammamish · Licensed center
La Petite Academy Sammamish
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- Large play-based center, licensed for 116 children.
- Ages on the license: 1 month to 7 years.
- A La Petite Academy center. The chain is owned by American Securities, a private-equity firm.
What the state has found
Someone reported concerns to the state, and it found all 4 valid, most recently in March 2026. The state also cited rules at all 6 of its licensing inspections since October 2023.
Fewer than 20 Seattle-area centers have had 6 licensing inspections, so there is no comparison yet.
Complaints the state found valid
Someone reported a concern. The state investigated and found reasonable cause to believe a licensing rule was broken.
“Report that a teacher yelled at a child and slapped his hand when the child had a potty accident. Report that teacher made threatening remarks to the children when they were crying.”
The state’s description of the complaint
“Report that director was driving children around in her personal car with no car seats.”
The state’s description of the complaint
“Provider observed one of their staff grab a child in a rough manner. The staff has been terminated.”
WAC 110-300-0331(1)
“The provider had a written plan for the child who is vegeterian but had served the child a non-vegeterian meal. This was confirmed through an email correspondence between the parents and the provider.”
WAC 110-300-0190(1)
Of the 215 Seattle-area centers licensed for 115 to 323 children, 105 (49%) have no valid complaint in the last three years; 23 (11%) have four or more, as this center does.
Licensing inspections
Jul 29, 20269 citations
“Electrical outlet had a safety plug in which pose a chocking risk to children. Plug ins removed at the time of inspection. Short 110-300-0165(2)(c) Term 07/29/2026”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a)
“Individual care plans were incomplete missing doctor signatures and substitute foods.”
WAC 110-300-0186(1)
“Child who was supposed to have an epi-pen for allergy didn't have it. No signatures indicating that staff have been trained on the child's particular allergy.”
WAC 110-300-0186(2)
“There is not 9 inches of playwood chips under the climbing equipment.”
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b)
5 more from this inspection
“A handle on the door between playground and toddler classroom has protruding sharp edges at the eye level of children on the playground.”
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(a)
“The paint on the interior windowsills in the classrooms was chipping and peeling.”
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(g)
“Bathroom floors in all classroos were visibly stained and dirty. Area under the diaper pad in the early pre-k room was dirty.”
WAC 110-300-0241(6)
“5 staff files were reviewed. Of those reviewed, A.M., S.A.K., and A.M.R. did not have any annual in-service training hours.”
WAC 110-300-0107(1)
“Out of 4 child files reviewed, one child didn't have a CIS form, one had CIS form filled by hand but there was no date or medical professonal signature.”
WAC 110-300-0210(1)(2)
Jun 16, 20262 citations
“Three children with allergies have epi pens. Their plans do not indentify foods that can substitute for aller”
WAC 110-300-0186(1)
“Children's allergy plans indicate administering Zyrtek, but the program does not have this medication, only future licensing and enforcement actions.”
WAC 110-300-0186(2)
Apr 23, 20265 citations
“Children's allergy plans indicate administering Zyrtek, but the program does not have this medication, only”
WAC 110-300-0186(2)
“Three children with allergies have epi pens. Their plans do not indentify foods that can substitute for aller”
WAC 110-300-0186(1)
“safe sleep training has not been completed or has expired for the following staff: S.B. A.S. S.T. A.M.R.”
WAC 110-300-0106(8)
“The ground cover is compact in areas around and under climbing equipment. The toddler playground has”
WAC 110-300-0146(1)
1 more from this inspection
“Several areas of siding outside in the playground is observed to have large areas of chipping paint and spl”
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(g)
Mar 11, 20268 citations
“Food cards are not available or documented in MERIT for the following staff: S.B. S.T.”
WAC 110-300-0106(12)
“Three children with allergies have epi pens. Their plans do not indentify foods that can substitute for allergenic foods.”
WAC 110-300-0186(1)
“Children's allergy plans indicate administering Zyrtek, but the program does not have this medication, only an epi pen.”
WAC 110-300-0186(2)
“A partial little tikes climber is in use in the playground. It is not the full equipment, pieces are missing. The ground cover is compact in areas around and under climbing equipment.”
WAC 110-300-0146(1)
4 more from this inspection
“Several outlets throughout the program were observed to be covered with auto shutters and not tamper resistent.”
WAC 110-300-0165(5)(a)
“safe sleep training has not been completed or has expired for the following staff: S.B. P.M. S.K. J.P.”
WAC 110-300-0106(8)
“A bench in the preschool classroom is covered with carpet which is freying, and screws loose creating pinch points. (This was removed immediately) A sensory table is locate outside. The wood is swollen, seperated, and molding. It is no longer a smooth surface, finished surface. A toy box in the infant classroom has peeling vinyl. Several areas of siding outside in the playground is observed to have large areas of chipping paint and splintering boards. A bag used for child's individual storage is observed to have a large hole in it. (This was removed immediately) Diaper pad surfaces are peeling. Adult sized chairs were observed to have ripped surfaces and missing foam arm rests. Window sills and doors/door frames were observed to have chipping paint. A sink cabinet in the toddler classroom was observed to have trip ripped off, poking out and a chunk missing from a corner to expose particle board. Peeling contact paper was in place at a cork board in a preschool classroom. A rug has the edging pulled away creating a large hole.”
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(g)
“The bathroom used by the preschoolers was observed to have puddles of water in several areas. The floor in the bathroom has debris collected in the corners.”
WAC 110-300-0241(6)
Apr 15, 20251 citation
“Toddler classroom had a child safety lock on the door handle. A pre-k classroom door was missing a door handle on the inside of one of the emrgency doors.”
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a)
Oct 12, 20233 citations
“Garbage bag was draped over one of non-working toilets in the clasroom bathroom.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
“Emergency exits doors were locked in the playground area.”
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a)
“Staff are missing the following trainings: GG- BBP/1stAid/CPR; Food handlers permit; LL- safe sleep expired; BBP/CPR/1st Aid MS-Basic training, CPR/1stAid/BBP KS-CPR/1stAid/BBP; safe sleep expired”
WAC 110-300-0106(12)
Read every record and the state’s reports
State record — Washington DCYF
- Last visit
- July 29, 2026
- On file
- 6 visits since October 2023 — all of them cited findings · 4 complaint investigations
- Most serious
- Serious —
Electrical outlet had a safety plug in which pose a chocking risk to children. Plug ins removed at the time of inspection. Short 110-300-0165(2)(c) Term 07/29/2026
· July 29, 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.
Jul 2026 Licensing visit 9 findings
Licensing visit · July 29, 2026
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) · Serious
Electrical outlet had a safety plug in which pose a chocking risk to children. Plug ins removed at the time of inspection. Short 110-300-0165(2)(c) Term 07/29/2026
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(a) · Short Term
A handle on the door between playground and toddler classroom has protruding sharp edges at the eye level of children on the playground.
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(g) · Short Term
The paint on the interior windowsills in the classrooms was chipping and peeling.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious
Individual care plans were incomplete missing doctor signatures and substitute foods.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
Child who was supposed to have an epi-pen for allergy didn't have it. No signatures indicating that staff have been trained on the child's particular allergy.
Immunizations and exempt children
WAC 110-300-0210(1)(2) · Long Term
Out of 4 child files reviewed, one child didn't have a CIS form, one had CIS form filled by hand but there was no date or medical professonal signature.
WAC 110-300-0241(6) · Short Term
Bathroom floors in all classroos were visibly stained and dirty. Area under the diaper pad in the early pre-k room was dirty.
WAC 110-300-0107(1) · Short Term
5 staff files were reviewed. Of those reviewed, A.M., S.A.K., and A.M.R. did not have any annual in-service training hours.
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
There is not 9 inches of playwood chips under the climbing equipment.
Jun 2026 Licensing visit 2 findings
Licensing visit · June 16, 2026
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious
Three children with allergies have epi pens. Their plans do not indentify foods that can substitute for aller
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
Children's allergy plans indicate administering Zyrtek, but the program does not have this medication, only future licensing and enforcement actions.
Apr 2026 Licensing visit 5 findings
Licensing visit · April 23, 2026
WAC 110-300-0106(8) · Short Term
safe sleep training has not been completed or has expired for the following staff: S.B. A.S. S.T. A.M.R.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
Children's allergy plans indicate administering Zyrtek, but the program does not have this medication, only
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1) · Short Term
The ground cover is compact in areas around and under climbing equipment. The toddler playground has
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(g) · Short Term
Several areas of siding outside in the playground is observed to have large areas of chipping paint and spl
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious
Three children with allergies have epi pens. Their plans do not indentify foods that can substitute for aller
Mar 2026 Licensing visit 8 findings
Licensing visit · March 11, 2026
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
Food cards are not available or documented in MERIT for the following staff: S.B. S.T.
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1) · Short Term
A partial little tikes climber is in use in the playground. It is not the full equipment, pieces are missing. The ground cover is compact in areas around and under climbing equipment.
WAC 110-300-0165(5)(a) · Short Term
Several outlets throughout the program were observed to be covered with auto shutters and not tamper resistent.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious
Three children with allergies have epi pens. Their plans do not indentify foods that can substitute for allergenic foods.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
Children's allergy plans indicate administering Zyrtek, but the program does not have this medication, only an epi pen.
WAC 110-300-0106(8) · Short Term
safe sleep training has not been completed or has expired for the following staff: S.B. P.M. S.K. J.P.
WAC 110-300-0165(3)(g) · Short Term
A bench in the preschool classroom is covered with carpet which is freying, and screws loose creating pinch points. (This was removed immediately) A sensory table is locate outside. The wood is swollen, seperated, and molding. It is no longer a smooth surface, finished surface. A toy box in the infant classroom has peeling vinyl. Several areas of siding outside in the playground is observed to have large areas of chipping paint and splintering boards. A bag used for child's individual storage is observed to have a large hole in it. (This was removed immediately) Diaper pad surfaces are peeling. Adult sized chairs were observed to have ripped surfaces and missing foam arm rests. Window sills and doors/door frames were observed to have chipping paint. A sink cabinet in the toddler classroom was observed to have trip ripped off, poking out and a chunk missing from a corner to expose particle board. Peeling contact paper was in place at a cork board in a preschool classroom. A rug has the edging pulled away creating a large hole.
WAC 110-300-0241(6) · Short Term
The bathroom used by the preschoolers was observed to have puddles of water in several areas. The floor in the bathroom has debris collected in the corners.
Feb 2026 Complaint 2 valid issues
Complaint · Received February 20, 2026 · Resolved March 30, 2026
“Report that a teacher yelled at a child and slapped his hand when the child had a potty accident. Report that teacher made threatening remarks to the children when they were crying.”
The state’s description of the complaint
Jan 2026 Complaint 2 valid issues
Complaint · Received January 14, 2026 · Resolved March 19, 2026
“Report that director was driving children around in her personal car with no car seats.”
The state’s description of the complaint
Oct 2025 Complaint 2 valid issues
Complaint · Received October 2, 2025 · Resolved November 18, 2025
Parent or guardian provided food and written food plans
WAC 110-300-0190(1) · Short Term
The provider had a written plan for the child who is vegeterian but had served the child a non-vegeterian meal. This was confirmed through an email correspondence between the parents and the provider.
Sep 2025 Complaint 1 valid issue
Complaint · Received September 22, 2025 · Resolved November 18, 2025
Prohibited behavior and discipline, and physical separation of children
WAC 110-300-0331(1) · Serious
Provider observed one of their staff grab a child in a rough manner. The staff has been terminated.
Apr 2025 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · April 15, 2025
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious
Toddler classroom had a child safety lock on the door handle. A pre-k classroom door was missing a door handle on the inside of one of the emrgency doors.
Oct 2023 Licensing visit 3 findings
Licensing visit · October 12, 2023
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
Garbage bag was draped over one of non-working toilets in the clasroom bathroom.
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) · Serious
Emergency exits doors were locked in the playground area.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
Staff are missing the following trainings: GG- BBP/1stAid/CPR; Food handlers permit; LL- safe sleep expired; BBP/CPR/1st Aid MS-Basic training, CPR/1stAid/BBP KS-CPR/1stAid/BBP; safe sleep expired
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How they teach
Play-based
“Learn as We Grow ® uses hands-on, play-based, and inquiry-driven experiences that cultivate children’s future-ready skills.”
What it costs
- Siblings
- 10% tuition discount for the oldest child
A day here
- Hours
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, 5 days a week, year round
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch, and morning and afternoon snacks provided; outside food generally not permitted; vegetarian options at every meal (all La Petite Academy schools)
- Diapers
- Diapers and wipes may be included in tuition for infants (all La Petite Academy schools)
- Updates for parents
- SproutAbout family app with updates and live streaming classroom video; family-teacher conferences
- Schedule
- full-time, part-time (all La Petite Academy schools)
- Closed
- 7 holidays and breaks a year
Dates
New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day; also closed for in-service training on Presidents’ Day and Columbus Day (all La Petite Academy schools)
Policies
- Enrollment
- Two weeks' written-notice requirement to withdraw; otherwise two weeks of tuition and fees are owed (all La Petite Academy schools)
Details
- Website
- lapetite.com
- Address
- 410 228th Ave NE
- License
- PL-15233, active
- Quality program
- Early Achievers Level 3
- Ages they serve
- 6 weeks to 5 years
Nearby
- Sammamish KinderCareMedium center · under 0.1 miLast state visit Jan 20, 2026 · 2 citations
- Sammamish Children's SchoolLarge center · 0.5 miLast state visit Apr 23, 2026 · complaint investigation
- Tlc MontessoriLarge center · 1.2 miLast state visit Dec 9, 2025 · 1 citation
- Good Samaritan SchoolMedium center · 1.2 miLast state visit Nov 6, 2025 · nothing cited
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How they teach
- Approach — Checked October 2026 lapetite.com
What it costs
- Sibling discount — Checked September 2026 lapetite.com
State record
From Washington DCYF’s published reports, last checked October 10, 2026.
A day here
- Meals — Checked September 2026 lapetite.com
- Diapers — Checked August 2026 lapetite.com
- Updates for parents, Hours — Checked September 2026 lapetite.com
- Calendar — Checked July 2026 lapetite.com/…/ilcg101-enrollment-packet-lpa.pdf
- Schedule — Checked July 2026 lapetite.com
- Closed — Checked June 2026 lapetite.com/…/ilcg101-enrollment-packet-lpa.pdf
Policies
- Enrollment — Checked June 2026 lapetite.com/…/ilcg101-enrollment-packet-lpa.pdf
Details
- Phone — Checked April 2026 lapetite.com
- Website — Checked July 2026 lapetite.com
- Address — Checked June 2026 data.wa.gov
- License — Checked April 2026 findchildcarewa.org
- Quality program — Checked March 2026 data.wa.gov
- Ages on the license — Checked September 2026 findchildcarewa.org
- Ages they serve — Checked September 2026 lapetite.com
- Who runs it — Checked October 2026 lapetite.com
- Who runs it — Checked October 2026 american-securities.com
La Petite Academy is one of Learning Care Group's brands. The private-equity firm American Securities lists Learning Care Group among its current companies, an investment it made in 2014. american-securities.com
Large means the biggest quarter of Seattle-area’s 859 licensed centers by state-licensed capacity: 115 to 323 children. Small is 6 to 40; medium is 41 to 114.
The ages on the license are what the state licenses it to care for, which can be wider than the ages it takes.
Nearby
The other centers’ visit lines are from Washington DCYF’s published reports as Shortlist read them on October 10, 2026.