Stepping Stones Kids Academy Everett

Safety requirements

WAC 110-300-0165(3)(g) · Short Term

Licensor observed a shelf in preK room that was peeling and needed resurfacing or replacing.

Immunizations and exempt children

WAC 110-300-0210(1)(2) · Long Term

One child was missing updated CIS form.

Training requirements

WAC 110-300-0106(12) · Serious

One staff had expired Food permit.

“Allegations of holes in the wall in toddler classroom on child's level by the tables.,Allegations of elecric cords hanging on child's level in PreK classroom under the window unit.,Allegations of changin table in the toddler room having unsealed wooden surfaces.,Allegations of PreK classroom using one trashcan for both paper towels and diapers. No separate trashcan is designated for diapers only.,Allegation of unsecured shelves in PreK classroom with fan attached to the top of the shelf.,Allegations of broken or loose power outlets in preK classroom. nAllegations of rusty and broken equipment outside on the playground.”

The state’s description of the complaint

Safety requirements

WAC 110-300-0165(3)(c) · Short Term

Licensor observed large metal fan attached to the shelf in the Prek classroom. The shelf was not attached to the wall, posing a crushing threat.

Safety requirements

WAC 110-300-0165(2)(c) · Short Term

Licensor observed wires from the window unit and large metal fan hanging under the window by the book shelf in Prek classroom.

Safety requirements

WAC 110-300-0165(3)(g) · Short Term

Licensor observed loose outlet in Prek classroom where the window unit is plugged in. Outside there is equipment with rusty and corroded metal pieces.

Diaper changing areas, privacy, and disposal

WAC 110-300-0221(1)(a) · Short Term

Toddler classroom had changing table that was made out of wood and there were parts that were no longer sealed. Licensor recommended using a moisture resistant pad over the wooden surface.

Clean and healthy environment

WAC 110-300-0240(2) · Short Term

Licensor observed that Toddler classroom had 2 holes in the wall with plaster and mesh coming out. The holes were at the child's level by the tables.

Duty to protect children and report incidents

WAC 110-300-0475(1) · Serious

The Licensor has enough evidence to support the allegations of failure to report the incident by the Director S.J. and the Teacher M. D.

Prohibited behavior and discipline, and physical separation of children

WAC 110-300-0331(1) · Serious

The Licensor determined that this complaint is valid due to the Director J.S. admitting placing scotch tape over the child's mouth to prevent him from spitting. Two teachers were present during the incident with her in the classroom, according to the Director S.J.

Food allergies and special dietary needs

WAC 110-300-0186(1) · Serious

Child's file was missing Individual Care Plan for a child with allergy to whole milk. On the classroom list the child was listed as having watermelon allergy but there were no allergy forms for watermellon.

Medication

WAC 110-300-0215(3)(a)(ii) · Serious

(a ) (ii) Sunscreens were not labeled with First and Last names. There was a diaper cream in one of the cabinets that was not labeled.

Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies

WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(2)(a)(b) · Serious

Laundry closert unlocked with detergent accessible to children Storage room where the freezer is located needs to be locked.

Safety requirements

WAC 110-300-0165(3)(c) · Short Term

TV cord was at child level in Preschool classroom. Furniture had chipped edges and there were two nails in the doorframe at child level in toddler room. The window AC unit was placed on Child sized table is creating a crushing hazard. Washer closet was accesible and unlocked Outlets were not tamper resistant. Two rooms had power strips accessible to children

Emergency preparation and exiting

WAC 110-300-0166(3)(a) / 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious

No working flashlight was observed onsite Emergency exit was locked. Emergency exit was blocked by food cart and AC unit on table.