Maple Valley · Licensed family home
Sunshine Daycare
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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 3 of its licensing inspections since October 2023. It lists no valid complaint about this home.
Of the 764 Seattle-area family homes with 3 licensing inspections, 34% had rules cited at all 3, as this home did. 11% had none cited.
Licensing inspections
Feb 19, 20263 citations
“The licensor observed three trash receptacles stored along the side of an exit pathway. The licensor recommended that the trash bins be either removed or secured, as their current placement could obstruct the pathway during an emergency evacuation. If the bins were to tip over, they could block the exit route, creating a safety hazard. The licensor suggested either mounting the trash bins to prevent tipping or relocating them away from the exit pathway and gate to ensure a clear and safe evacuation route.”
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c)
“The licensor observed that the required training for administering medication had not been completed for a child who requires a life-saving medication, and the corresponding section of the enrollment form was left blank. Additionally, the enrollment forms and all authorized medication documents on file were last signed in 2024. Licensor provided guidance for staff to complete all required medication training to ensure the safety and well-being of children, particularly when life-saving medications are involved. Provide an accurate, up-to-date documentation of training and authorization forms is critical for regulatory compliance and for providing safe, effective care.”
WAC 110-300-0186(2)
“The licensor observed Ms. B. had an expired Portable Background Clearance, which is a significant concern because such clearances are essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of children in care. By identifying this lapse, the licensor helps protect children from potential risks by ensuring that all staff working directly with them have been properly screened. Maintaining current background clearances is not only a regulatory requirement but also a critical measure to uphold a safe environment and demonstrate the program’s commitment to child safety.”
WAC 110-300-0105(2)
Jan 16, 20256 citations
“Licensor observed a child with a known food allergy to eggs was not provided by the health care provider indicating allergic reaction, sypmptoms associated and response to an allergic reaction specifying a treatment plan. 0186 (2) Licensor observed the necessary medication training by the parent was not conducted to properly manage a child's food allergy.”
WAC 110-300-0186(1), WAC 110-300-0186(2)
“Licensor observed a child with a medical condition (siezures) did not have a medication authorization form signed by the parent. 0215 (3)(a)(i) Licensor observed a child with an Epi-Pen did not have the child's first name and last name on the life saving medication (Epi-pen was not stored in the original prescription box). Licensor observed a child with a health condition had a life saving seizure medication that was expired as of 09/24/2024. 0215 (3) Licensor observed the expired life saving seizure medication was not returned to the parent for a refill.”
WAC 110-300-0215(3)(a)(i)
“Licensor observed expired Bloodborne Pathogens for Home Staff J. F. and owner M. S. 0106 (11) Licensor observed expired First aid and CPR for Staff J. F.”
WAC 110-300-0106(12), WAC 110-300-0106(11)
“Licensor observed plastic garbage bags stored underneath the kitchen sink was accessible to children. (immediate corrections: secured child safety lock). 0165 (4)(e) Licensor observed the water temperature in the bathroom sink was at 123*F. 0165 (4)(f) Licensor observed the safety gate at the stairway was not secured making the stairway leading to the upstairs accessible to children. gate). (immediate corrections: secured safety”
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d), WAC 110-300-0165(4)(e) · Rule: “All water accessible to enrolled children must not be hotter than 120 degrees Fahrenheit.”
2 more from this inspection
“Licensor observed expired Food handler for Staff J. F.”
WAC 110-300-0106(12), WAC 110-300-0106(11)
“Licensor observed a child with a medical condition (siezures) did not have a medication authorization form signed by the parent. 0215 (3)(a)(i) Licensor observed a child with an Epi-Pen did not have the child's first name and last name on the life saving medication (Epi-pen was not stored in the original prescription box). Licensor observed a child with a health condition had a life saving seizure medication that was expired as of 09/24/2024. 0215 (3) Licensor observed the expired life saving seizure medication was not returned to the parent for a refill. Risk”
WAC 110-300-0215(3)
Oct 10, 20231 citation
“Licensor did not observe a current CPR /First Aid for Provider, as the last one expired 9/13/23.”
WAC 110-300-0106(11)
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State record — Washington DCYF
- Last visit
- February 19, 2026
- On file
- 3 visits since October 2023 — all of them cited findings
- Most serious
- Serious —
The licensor observed three trash receptacles stored along the side of an exit pathway. The licensor recommended that the trash bins be either removed or secured, as their current placement could obstruct the pathway during an emergency evacuation. If the bins were to tip over, they could block the exit route, creating a safety hazard. The licensor suggested either mounting the trash bins to prevent tipping or relocating them away from the exit pathway and gate to ensure a clear and safe evacuation route.
· February 19, 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.
Feb 2026 Licensing visit 3 findings
Licensing visit · February 19, 2026
Emergency preparation and exiting
WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious
The licensor observed three trash receptacles stored along the side of an exit pathway. The licensor recommended that the trash bins be either removed or secured, as their current placement could obstruct the pathway during an emergency evacuation. If the bins were to tip over, they could block the exit route, creating a safety hazard. The licensor suggested either mounting the trash bins to prevent tipping or relocating them away from the exit pathway and gate to ensure a clear and safe evacuation route.
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
The licensor observed that the required training for administering medication had not been completed for a child who requires a life-saving medication, and the corresponding section of the enrollment form was left blank. Additionally, the enrollment forms and all authorized medication documents on file were last signed in 2024. Licensor provided guidance for staff to complete all required medication training to ensure the safety and well-being of children, particularly when life-saving medications are involved. Provide an accurate, up-to-date documentation of training and authorization forms is critical for regulatory compliance and for providing safe, effective care.
WAC 110-300-0105(2) · Serious
The licensor observed Ms. B. had an expired Portable Background Clearance, which is a significant concern because such clearances are essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of children in care. By identifying this lapse, the licensor helps protect children from potential risks by ensuring that all staff working directly with them have been properly screened. Maintaining current background clearances is not only a regulatory requirement but also a critical measure to uphold a safe environment and demonstrate the program’s commitment to child safety.
Jan 2025 Licensing visit 6 findings
Licensing visit · January 16, 2025
Food allergies and special dietary needs
WAC 110-300-0186(1) / 110-300-0186(2) · Serious
Licensor observed a child with a known food allergy to eggs was not provided by the health care provider indicating allergic reaction, sypmptoms associated and response to an allergic reaction specifying a treatment plan. 0186 (2) Licensor observed the necessary medication training by the parent was not conducted to properly manage a child's food allergy.
WAC 110-300-0215(3)(a)(i) · Serious
Licensor observed a child with a medical condition (siezures) did not have a medication authorization form signed by the parent. 0215 (3)(a)(i) Licensor observed a child with an Epi-Pen did not have the child's first name and last name on the life saving medication (Epi-pen was not stored in the original prescription box). Licensor observed a child with a health condition had a life saving seizure medication that was expired as of 09/24/2024. 0215 (3) Licensor observed the expired life saving seizure medication was not returned to the parent for a refill.
WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(11) · Serious / Short Term
Licensor observed expired Bloodborne Pathogens for Home Staff J. F. and owner M. S. 0106 (11) Licensor observed expired First aid and CPR for Staff J. F.
WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) / 110-300-0165(4)(e) · Serious / Short Term
Licensor observed plastic garbage bags stored underneath the kitchen sink was accessible to children. (immediate corrections: secured child safety lock). 0165 (4)(e) Licensor observed the water temperature in the bathroom sink was at 123*F. 0165 (4)(f) Licensor observed the safety gate at the stairway was not secured making the stairway leading to the upstairs accessible to children. gate). (immediate corrections: secured safety
WAC 110-300-0106(12) / 110-300-0106(11) · Serious / Short Term
Licensor observed expired Food handler for Staff J. F.
WAC 110-300-0215(3) · Serious
Licensor observed a child with a medical condition (siezures) did not have a medication authorization form signed by the parent. 0215 (3)(a)(i) Licensor observed a child with an Epi-Pen did not have the child's first name and last name on the life saving medication (Epi-pen was not stored in the original prescription box). Licensor observed a child with a health condition had a life saving seizure medication that was expired as of 09/24/2024. 0215 (3) Licensor observed the expired life saving seizure medication was not returned to the parent for a refill. Risk
Oct 2023 Licensing visit 1 finding
Licensing visit · October 10, 2023
WAC 110-300-0106(11) · Short Term
Licensor did not observe a current CPR /First Aid for Provider, as the last one expired 9/13/23.
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Details
- Address
- 22133 SE 277th St, Maple Valley, WA 98038
- License
- PL-79555, active
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State record
From Washington DCYF’s published reports, last checked October 10, 2026.
Details
- Phone, License — Checked July 2026 findchildcarewa.org
- Ages on the license, Address — Checked September 2026 findchildcarewa.org
Full-size means licensed for 12 children, the most any Seattle-area family home holds; 735 of Seattle-area’s 1,532 licensed family homes are. Small is 3 to 6; mid-size is 7 to 11.
The ages on the license are what the state licenses it to care for, which can be wider than the ages it takes.