Happy Feet Academy
1006 S RUBY ST, ELLENSBURG, WA 98926Childery Rating: 4/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.4 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an Early Achievers rating of Level 4 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Washington's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Washington caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:7, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a Child Development Associate (CDA). Teachers must complete 10 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Early Achievers Level 4 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 62
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:4 8 Toddlers 1:7 14 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Child Development Associate (CDA)
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2025, the issues cited most often were Hazardous Materials Handling (4) and Building & Premises Safety (3). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Jul 29, 20257 Findings7 Important
- An Early Learning Provider Must Take Steps to Prevent Hazards to Children Including, but Not Limited To: (C) Making Inaccessible to Children Straps, Strings, Co…110-300-0165(2)
-0165 (2)(b) The office is acessible and two window blinds that are not retrofitted any longer; the existing Velcro has detached already. -0165 (2)(c) There is a long cord that is not secured, in the older preschool classroom and the cord in close proximity to infant nap equipment, forms a loop. -0165 (2)(d) There are two bags that are not secured, in the older preschool room. -0165 (3)(a) There was a broken plastic box, in the younger toddlers bathroom. -0165 (3) (g) In the infant/toddler outdoor play area is equipment in poor condition. A wooden toy attached on fence, has flaking paint and it has splintery edges. -0165 (5)(a) By the second exit, there is an lectric outlet in the infant room close to the second exit, by the nap area and it is missing the light switch cover; the outlet edges around it are exposed. Risk
- An Early Learning Provider Must Take Measures Intended to Prevent Other Hazards to Children in Care in Early Learning Program Space Including, but Not Limited T…110-300-0165(3)
-0165 (2)(b) The office is acessible and two window blinds that are not retrofitted any longer; the existing Velcro has detached already. -0165 (2)(c) There is a long cord that is not secured, in the older preschool classroom and the cord in close proximity to infant nap equipment, forms a loop. -0165 (2)(d) There are two bags that are not secured, in the older preschool room. -0165 (3)(a) There was a broken plastic box, in the younger toddlers bathroom. -0165 (3) (g) In the infant/toddler outdoor play area is equipment in poor condition. A wooden toy attached on fence, has flaking paint and it has splintery edges. Page 4 of 8 Non-Compliances: This section of the Inspection Report lists non-compliances found during any licensing inspection. Information from this section will be reported to Child Care Check and can be used to determine current and future licensing and enforcement actions. -0165 (5)(a) By the second exit, there is an lectric outlet in the infant room close to the second exit, by the nap area and it is missing the light switch cover; the outlet edges around it are exposed. Risk
- An Early Learning Provider Must Ensure All Poisonous or Dangerous Substances Including, but Not Limited to Fuels, Solvents, Oils, Laundry, Dishwasher, Other Det…110-300-0170
In the younger toddler classroom was a plastic box which had items that need be kept inacessible (lotions, sunscreen, diaper rash ointment).
- An Early Learning Provider Must Arrange for a Fire Safety Inspection Annually110-300-0170(2)
An early learning provider must arrange for a fire safety inspection annually. A provider must arrange a fire safety inspection with a local government agency.…
- An Early Learning Provider Must Take Steps to Prevent Hazards to Children Including, but Not Limited To: (B) Eliminating and Not Using in the Licensed Space, Pu…Serious: 110-300-0165(2)
-0165 (2)(b) The office is acessible and two window blinds that are not retrofitted any longer; the existing Velcro has detached already. -0165 (2)(c) There is a long cord that is not secured, in the older preschool classroom and the cord in close proximity to infant nap equipment, forms a loop. -0165 (2)(d) There are two bags that are not secured, in the older preschool room. Page 2 of 8 Non-Compliances: This section of the Inspection Report lists non-compliances found during any licensing inspection. Information from this section will be reported to Child Care Check and can be used to determine current and future licensing and enforcement actions. -0165 (3)(a) There was a broken plastic box, in the younger toddlers bathroom. -0165 (3) (g) In the infant/toddler outdoor play area is equipment in poor condition. A wooden toy attached on fence, has flaking paint and it has splintery edges. -0165 (5)(a) By the second exit, there is an lectric outlet in the infant room close to the second exit, by the nap area and it is missing the light switch cover; the outlet edges around it are exposed. Risk
- An Early Learning Provider Must Take Steps to Prevent Hazards to Children Including, but Not Limited To: (D) Making Inaccessible to Children Plastic Bags and Ot…Serious: 110-300-0165(2)
-0165 (2)(b) The office is acessible and two window blinds that are not retrofitted any longer; the existing Velcro has detached already. -0165 (2)(c) There is a long cord that is not secured, in the older preschool classroom and the cord in close proximity to infant nap equipment, forms a loop. -0165 (2)(d) There are two bags that are not secured, in the older preschool room. -0165 (3)(a) There was a broken plastic box, in the younger toddlers bathroom. -0165 (3) (g) In the infant/toddler outdoor play area is equipment in poor condition. A wooden toy attached on fence, has flaking paint and it has splintery edges. -0165 (5)(a) By the second exit, there is an lectric outlet in the infant room close to the second exit, by the nap area and it is missing the light switch cover; the outlet edges around it are exposed. Risk
- To Ensure a Safe Exit From the Premises During an Emergency, Early Learning Providers Must Comply with the Following Requirements: (C) Exit Doors Must Not Be Pa…Serious: 110-300-0166(3)
The second emergency exit door in the infant room was obstructed with two large, empty cardboard boxes. Risk
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