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- Medium center, licensed for 66 children.
- Ages on the license: 1 month to 13 years.
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What the state has found
Someone reported concerns to the state, and it found both valid, most recently in February 2026. The state also cited rules at all 4 of its licensing inspections since September 2023.
Of the 239 Seattle-area centers with 4 licensing inspections, 29% had rules cited at all 4, as this center did. 7% had none cited.
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 the program does not take the children outdoors.”
The state’s description of the complaint
“The director witnessed a teacher slap a child. The teacher was fired.”
WAC 110-300-0331(1)
Of the 206 Seattle-area centers licensed for 41 to 70 children, 157 (76%) have no valid complaint in the last three years; 49 (24%) have one or more, as this center does.
Licensing inspections
Aug 7, 20261 citation
“Two staff members had not renewed their required Safe Sleep training.”
WAC 110-300-0106(8)
Jul 17, 20255 citations
“Bloodborne pathogens (BBP) training was expired for four staff members and not recorded as completed for an additional three staff members. 110-300-0106(11) - CPR and First Aid were either expired or not recorded for three staff members. 110-300-0106(12) - Food handler permits were expired for two staff members. 110-300-0106(3) - Child Care Basics was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(4) - Mandatory Reporter class was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(5) - Emergency preparedness was not completed for five staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(6) - Abusive Head trouma class was not completed for three staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(7) - Children Expiriencing Homelessness class was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(8) - Safe sleep training was expired for seven staff members. 110-300-0106(3) - Medication administration class was not recorded as completed by one Lead teacher.”
WAC 110-300-0106(4), WAC 110-300-0106(10)
“Bloodborne pathogens (BBP) training was expired for four staff members and not recorded as completed for an additional three staff members. 110-300-0106(11) - CPR and First Aid were either expired or not recorded for three staff members. 110-300-0106(12) - Food handler permits were expired for two staff members. 110-300-0106(3) - Child Care Basics was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(4) - Mandatory Reporter class was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(5) - Emergency preparedness was not completed for five staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(6) - Abusive Head trouma class was not completed for three staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(7) - Children Expiriencing Homelessness class was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(8) - Safe sleep training was expired for seven staff members. 110-300-0106(3) - Medication administration class was not recorded as completed by one Lead teacher. Risk”
WAC 110-300-0106(12)
“Outlets near every sink were GFCI but not tamper-resistant (TR). 110-300-0165(5)(a) - The outlet near the screen in the kindergarten classroom was not TR. The outlet in the hallway near the aquarium was not TR and was accessible at child level. 110-300-0165(2)(a) - Circular outlet plugs in the small gym posed a choking hazard for children ages under 3 years of age attending the gym. 110-300-0165(3)(g) - Rust was observed on the metal box housing the fire extinguisher, accessible to children.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(3)(g), WAC 110-300-0165(5)(a), WAC 110-300-0165(5)(b)
“Countertops near sinks in the Dolphin and Infant Angel Fish classrooms required sealing. The train table in the Sea Horses classroom had chipped paint on the top edge.”
WAC 110-300-0135(2)(a)
1 more from this inspection
“No quarterly required emergency drills were recorded on the drill log. WAC110-300-0470(1) - Section (c),(d) are not covered in the policy book. WAC110-300-0470(2): a)(vi) While first-aid kit locations and emergency contact information are mentioned, the manuals do not explicitly state that these, or child medication records and individual children's medication, are to be taken during evacuation for children. a)(viii) Not explicitly covered in terms of post-emergency parent contact. a)(ix) Not covered how children will be reunited with their parents or guardians after the event. b)(iii) Not covered on how a provider will coordinate with local or state officials to determine if the licensed space is safe for children after an earthquake. c)(ii) While hiding is mentioned in active shooter procedures, specific safe locations for children within an early learning program are not detailed. d) Not covered on how parents or guardians will be contacted after the emergency ends. 110-300-0470 (3) This section is not covered in the emergency handbook.”
WAC 110-300-0470(4)(d)
Dec 3, 20243 citations
“No observation text was recorded under this citation in the source inspection report.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a)
“No observation text was recorded under this citation in the source inspection report.”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d)
“A dishwasher soap and a container of hand soap labeled "keep out of reach of children" were storied in the areas accessible to children, with no safety locks on the drawers storing these items.”
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a)
Sep 26, 20231 citation
“Furniture covers in Pre K need to be laundered.”
WAC 110-300-0135(2)(a)
Read every record and the state’s reports
State record — Washington DCYF
- Last visit
- August 7, 2026
- On file
- 4 visits since September 2023 — all of them cited findings · 2 complaint investigations
- Most serious
- Serious —
110-300-0106(10) - Bloodborne pathogens (BBP) training was expired for four staff members and not recorded as completed for an additional three staff members. 110-300-0106(11) - CPR and First Aid were either expired or not recorded for three staff members. 110-300-0106(12) - Food handler permits were expired for two staff members. 110-300-0106(3) - Child Care Basics was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(4) - Mandatory Reporter class was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(5) - Emergency preparedness was not completed for five staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(6) - Abusive Head trouma class was not completed for three staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(7) - Children Expiriencing Homelessness class was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(8) - Safe sleep training was expired for seven staff members. 110-300-0106(3) - Medication administration class was not recorded as completed by one Lead teacher.
· July 17, 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.
Aug 2026 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · August 7, 2026
WAC 110-300-0106(8) · Short Term
Two staff members had not renewed their required Safe Sleep training.
Feb 2026 Complaint 1 valid issue
Complaint · Received February 2, 2026 · Resolved February 11, 2026
“Report that the program does not take the children outdoors.”
The state’s description of the complaint
Jul 2025 Licensing visit 5 findings
Licensing visit · July 17, 2025
Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfort
WAC 110-300-0135(2)(a) · Short Term
Countertops near sinks in the Dolphin and Infant Angel Fish classrooms required sealing. The train table in the Sea Horses classroom had chipped paint on the top edge.
WAC 110-300-0470(4)(d) · Short Term
WAC110-300-0470(4) - No quarterly required emergency drills were recorded on the drill log. WAC110-300-0470(1) - Section (c),(d) are not covered in the policy book. WAC110-300-0470(2): a)(vi) While first-aid kit locations and emergency contact information are mentioned, the manuals do not explicitly state that these, or child medication records and individual children's medication, are to be taken during evacuation for children. a)(viii) Not explicitly covered in terms of post-emergency parent contact. a)(ix) Not covered how children will be reunited with their parents or guardians after the event. b)(iii) Not covered on how a provider will coordinate with local or state officials to determine if the licensed space is safe for children after an earthquake. c)(ii) While hiding is mentioned in active shooter procedures, specific safe locations for children within an early learning program are not detailed. d) Not covered on how parents or guardians will be contacted after the emergency ends. 110-300-0470 (3) This section is not covered in the emergency handbook.
WAC 110-300-0106(4) / 110-300-0106(10) · Serious / Short Term
110-300-0106(10) - Bloodborne pathogens (BBP) training was expired for four staff members and not recorded as completed for an additional three staff members. 110-300-0106(11) - CPR and First Aid were either expired or not recorded for three staff members. 110-300-0106(12) - Food handler permits were expired for two staff members. 110-300-0106(3) - Child Care Basics was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(4) - Mandatory Reporter class was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(5) - Emergency preparedness was not completed for five staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(6) - Abusive Head trouma class was not completed for three staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(7) - Children Expiriencing Homelessness class was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(8) - Safe sleep training was expired for seven staff members. 110-300-0106(3) - Medication administration class was not recorded as completed by one Lead teacher.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious
110-300-0106(10) - Bloodborne pathogens (BBP) training was expired for four staff members and not recorded as completed for an additional three staff members. 110-300-0106(11) - CPR and First Aid were either expired or not recorded for three staff members. 110-300-0106(12) - Food handler permits were expired for two staff members. 110-300-0106(3) - Child Care Basics was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(4) - Mandatory Reporter class was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(5) - Emergency preparedness was not completed for five staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(6) - Abusive Head trouma class was not completed for three staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(7) - Children Expiriencing Homelessness class was not completed for four staff members within the three months of employment record. 110-300-0106(8) - Safe sleep training was expired for seven staff members. 110-300-0106(3) - Medication administration class was not recorded as completed by one Lead teacher. Risk
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) / 110-300-0165(3)(g) / 110-300-0165(5)(a) / 110-300-0165(5)(b) · Serious / Short Term
110-300-0165(5)(b) - Outlets near every sink were GFCI but not tamper-resistant (TR). 110-300-0165(5)(a) - The outlet near the screen in the kindergarten classroom was not TR. The outlet in the hallway near the aquarium was not TR and was accessible at child level. 110-300-0165(2)(a) - Circular outlet plugs in the small gym posed a choking hazard for children ages under 3 years of age attending the gym. 110-300-0165(3)(g) - Rust was observed on the metal box housing the fire extinguisher, accessible to children.
Dec 2024 Licensing visit 3 findings
Licensing visit · December 3, 2024
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) · Serious
No observation text was recorded under this citation in the source inspection report.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious
No observation text was recorded under this citation in the source inspection report.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) · Serious
A dishwasher soap and a container of hand soap labeled "keep out of reach of children" were storied in the areas accessible to children, with no safety locks on the drawers storing these items.
Sep 2023 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · September 26, 2023
Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfort
WAC 110-300-0135(2)(a) · Short Term
Furniture covers in Pre K need to be laundered.
Mar 2023 Complaint 1 valid issue
Complaint · Received March 29, 2023 · Resolved July 12, 2023
Reported to the state by the program
Serious injury, valid issues and self-report are Washington’s own fields on its complaint listing.
Prohibited behavior and discipline, and physical separation of children
WAC 110-300-0331(1) · Serious · No longer on the state’s site as of August 5, 2026
The director witnessed a teacher slap a child. The teacher was fired.
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Details
- Address
- 4455 148 Ave NE
- License
- PL-3620, active
- Quality program
- Early Achievers Enrolled
Nearby
The eight closest of the 21 other licensed centers in ZIP 98007
- Bellevue Children's AcademyMedium center · 1.1 miLast state visit Dec 9, 2025 · nothing cited
- Worldkids School Bel-RedLarge center · 1.5 miLast state visit Jul 1, 2026 · 2 citations
- The Goddard School - BellevueLarge center · 1.6 miLast state visit Aug 10, 2026 · nothing cited
- Bel-Red Bilingual AcademyMedium center · 1.7 miLast state visit Jan 6, 2026 · 2 citations
- Sarodgini LLCMedium center · 1.8 miLast state visit Jul 9, 2026 · 1 citation
- Bright Stars MontessoriMedium center · 2.3 miLast state visit Sep 9, 2025 · 3 citations
- Language Garden MontessoriMedium center · 2.4 miLast state visit Jul 24, 2026 · 1 citation
- Blue Sky School of BellevueSmall center · 2.4 miLast state visit Aug 21, 2025 · 2 citations
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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
Medium means the middle half of Seattle-area’s 859 licensed centers by state-licensed capacity: 41 to 114 children. Small is 6 to 40; large is 115 to 323.
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.