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Full-size family home, licensed for up to 12 children.
Ages on the license: birth to 13 years.
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What the state has found

The state cited rules at all 4 of its licensing inspections since December 2023. It lists no valid complaint about this home.

Of the 365 Seattle-area family homes with 4 licensing inspections, 30% had rules cited at all 4, as this home did. 6% had none cited.

Licensing inspections

Aug 18, 20264 citations

“O165(2)(a) The licensor observed that a required posting had been removed from the wall and was being stored on the floor. The licensor observed that required postings were held by thumbtacks. The licensor provided guidance that postings should be secured using a safe and appropriate method that does not create a potential hazard for children. Exposed thumbtacks may become loose or fall from the wall and could be picked up, stepped on, or placed in a child’s mouth, creating potential puncture, injury, or choking hazards. The provider was reminded to remove the thumbtacks and use a secure, child-safe method for displaying required postings, such as an enclosed bulletin board, frame, or other appropriate mounting method that does not expose sharp points or small removable objects.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a)
“O1O6(1O) The licensor observed that the provider and staff’s bloodborne pathogens training was expired. The licensor provided guidance that required bloodborne pathogens training must remain current in accordance with applicable licensing requirements. The provider was reminded to ensure that the provider and staff complete updated training within the required timeframe and that current training documentation is maintained in their records. The training is particularly important when responding to a child’s injury where blood or other bodily fluids may be present. Current training helps ensure the provider and staff understand appropriate precautions, including hand hygiene, use of appropriate personal protective equipment, avoiding direct contact with blood or bodily fluids, proper cleaning and disinfection of contaminated surfaces, and appropriate disposal of contaminated materials.”
WAC 110-300-0106(10)
“O47O(4)(b) The licensor reviewed the emergency drill documentation and observed that an Quarterly emergency drill was conducted on March 2, 2026, at 1:15 p.m..The provider was reminded to continue documenting emergency drills accurately, including the date, time, number of children and staff participating, and duration of the drill, and to ensure drills are conducted as required to support emergency preparedness and the safety of the children in care.”
WAC 110-300-0470(4)(b)
“O1O6(8) The licensor observed that the safe sleep training records for the provider and staff were expired. The licensor provided guidance that the provider and staff must maintain current safe sleep training as required by licensing requirements. The training should address safe sleep practices, including placing infants on their backs for sleep, using an approved crib or Pack ’n Play with a firm, flat sleep surface and a properly fitted sheet, and keeping the infant’s sleep space free of loose blankets, pillows, stuffed toys, bumpers, positioners, and other items that may increase the risk of suffocation or entrapment.”
WAC 110-300-0106(8)

Jul 16, 20259 citations

“The licensor observed small toys that pose a potential choking hazard, including two miniature dinosaurs and other items, underneath the sleeping mat inside a pack and play. Additionally, The licensor observed four small rocks placed on the bathroom sink.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(5)(a)
“The licensor observed a total of 9 electrical outlets in the home that were not tamper-resistant”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(5)(a)
“The licensor observed a vacuum cleaner filled with dust particles stored in the closet where children’s sleep mats were kept. (immediate corrections: removal of vacuum)”
WAC 110-300-0260(5)
“The licensor observed an empty glass container stored on a bathroom rack. Glass items pose a breakage and injury risk and are not appropriate for areas accessible to children. (immediate removal)”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(5)(a)

5 more from this inspection

“The licensor observed a rusty spring attached to a rack that was accessible to children.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(5)(a)
“The licensor observed that the stairway gate was not securely fastened and remained open, allowing children potential access to an unlicensed area.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(5)(a)
“The licensor observed that several staff members had expired First Aid and CPR training certifications, which are critical for responding effectively to emergencies in the child care setting.”
WAC 110-300-0106(10)
“The licensor observed that Assistant Teacher A. and Assistant Teacher K.V.'s Safe Sleep certificationwere expired.”
WAC 110-300-0106(10)
“The licensor observed that all listed staff had expired Bloodborne Pathogens training, posing a serious risk to both staff and children. Expired training may lead to improper handling of bloodborne hazards and increase the potential for exposure to infectious diseases.”
WAC 110-300-0106(10)

Aug 29, 20246 citations

“(1a, b) Licensor observed a container of Lysol/Clorox wipes stored on the kitchen counter accessible to children. (immediate corrections made: removal of disinfectant wipes). Risk”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a)
“Licensor observed two children with no written and signed consent to administer diaper cream and to adminster thicken liquid packets for a child's liquid consumption.”
WAC 110-300-0215(3)
“Licensor observed a roll of garbage bags was stored in a unsecured kitchen drawer accessible to children. (immediate corrections made: removal of garbage bags). 0165 (5a) Licensor observed 14 outlets in the childcare space were not tamper-resistant.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
“(1a, b) Licensor observed a container of Lysol/Clorox wipes stored on the kitchen counter accessible to children. (immediate corrections made: removal of disinfectant wipes).”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(b)

2 more from this inspection

“Licensor observed one child with a food allergy to fish and No Individual Care Plan was on file. Licensor observed one child with thicken liquids and No Individual Care Plan on file. 0186 (2) Licensor observed the child with a food allergy to fish does not have a life saving medication on site. Licensor observed the child requires thicken packages to be included into the child's water no parental training on how to use packages for certain liquids.”
WAC 110-300-0186(1), WAC 110-300-0186(2)
“(10, 11, 8) Licensor observed Ms. A. has expired trainings that include: First aid/CPR/Bloodborne Pathogens and Safe Sleep.”
WAC 110-300-0106(8)

Dec 5, 20231 citation

“Licensor observed corded items accessible to children in bathroom and main childcare space. Licensor observed water temp in handwashing sink in bathroom at 125 degrees F, 5 degrees over regulation. Licensor observed outlet in bathroom near sink not having GFCI outlet type.”
WAC 110-300-0165(5)(b)

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State record — Washington DCYF

Last visit: August 18, 2026
On file: 4 visits since December 2023 — all of them cited findings
Most serious: Serious — O165(2)(a) The licensor observed that a required posting had been removed from the wall and was being stored on the floor. The licensor observed that required postings were held by thumbtacks. The licensor provided guidance that postings should be secured using a safe and appropriate method that does not create a potential hazard for children. Exposed thumbtacks may become loose or fall from the wall and could be picked up, stepped on, or placed in a child’s mouth, creating potential puncture, injury, or choking hazards. The provider was reminded to remove the thumbtacks and use a secure, child-safe method for displaying required postings, such as an enclosed bulletin board, frame, or other appropriate mounting method that does not expose sharp points or small removable objects. · August 18, 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.

Aug 2026 Licensing visit 4 findings

Licensing visit · August 18, 2026

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(10) · Short Term

O1O6(1O) The licensor observed that the provider and staff’s bloodborne pathogens training was expired. The licensor provided guidance that required bloodborne pathogens training must remain current in accordance with applicable licensing requirements. The provider was reminded to ensure that the provider and staff complete updated training within the required timeframe and that current training documentation is maintained in their records. The training is particularly important when responding to a child’s injury where blood or other bodily fluids may be present. Current training helps ensure the provider and staff understand appropriate precautions, including hand hygiene, use of appropriate personal protective equipment, avoiding direct contact with blood or bodily fluids, proper cleaning and disinfection of contaminated surfaces, and appropriate disposal of contaminated materials.

Emergency preparedness plan

WAC 110-300-0470(4)(b) · Short Term

O47O(4)(b) The licensor reviewed the emergency drill documentation and observed that an Quarterly emergency drill was conducted on March 2, 2026, at 1:15 p.m..The provider was reminded to continue documenting emergency drills accurately, including the date, time, number of children and staff participating, and duration of the drill, and to ensure drills are conducted as required to support emergency preparedness and the safety of the children in care.

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(8) · Short Term

O1O6(8) The licensor observed that the safe sleep training records for the provider and staff were expired. The licensor provided guidance that the provider and staff must maintain current safe sleep training as required by licensing requirements. The training should address safe sleep practices, including placing infants on their backs for sleep, using an approved crib or Pack ’n Play with a firm, flat sleep surface and a properly fitted sheet, and keeping the infant’s sleep space free of loose blankets, pillows, stuffed toys, bumpers, positioners, and other items that may increase the risk of suffocation or entrapment.

Safety requirements

WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) · Serious

O165(2)(a) The licensor observed that a required posting had been removed from the wall and was being stored on the floor. The licensor observed that required postings were held by thumbtacks. The licensor provided guidance that postings should be secured using a safe and appropriate method that does not create a potential hazard for children. Exposed thumbtacks may become loose or fall from the wall and could be picked up, stepped on, or placed in a child’s mouth, creating potential puncture, injury, or choking hazards. The provider was reminded to remove the thumbtacks and use a secure, child-safe method for displaying required postings, such as an enclosed bulletin board, frame, or other appropriate mounting method that does not expose sharp points or small removable objects.

Report (PDF)

Jul 2025 Licensing visit 9 findings

Licensing visit · July 16, 2025

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(10) · Short Term

The licensor observed that several staff members had expired First Aid and CPR training certifications, which are critical for responding effectively to emergencies in the child care setting.

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(10) · Short Term

The licensor observed that Assistant Teacher A. and Assistant Teacher K.V.'s Safe Sleep certificationwere expired.

Safety requirements