Kindercare Learning Center 070892
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 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.3 / 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.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects Washington's licensing baseline. 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
- 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
- 120
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (5), and Hazardous Materials Handling (3). None of the 18 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Sep 30, 202418 Findings18 Important
- An Assistant Director Must Meet the Following Qualifications: (I) Be at Least Eighteen Years Old; (Ii) Have an ECE State Certificate or Equivalent as Approved A…110-300-0100(3)
The assistant director, I.C. has been the assistant director since 2013 according to MERIT and does not have any education verified in MERIT. Page 2 of 12 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. Licensor discussed with director, N.T all staff that currently are attached the site and have no education reflected and verified. The staff are: R.B., T.B., J.B.F, N.C., C.C.M., G.C., M.C.Q, S.D, L.E.A, S.I, K.J, I,J.Q, A.L., P.M., S.M.H, L.O., J.O, K.P., R.R.S. and T.S.M. Risk
- Early Learning Providers Licensed, Working, or Volunteering in an Early Learning Program Before the Date This Section Becomes Effective Must Complete the Applic…110-300-0106(1)
MERIT reviewed and staff were missing Safe Sleep and Basic STARS. P.M. was missing Basic Initial STARS training and also completed only Emergency & Disaster Preparedness training via the Portal DCYF trainings. Since P.M does not have Initial STARS or an exemption she is required to complete the Health and Safety Trainings via the WAC and found via the Portal. The following staff were missing Safe Sleep Trainings: N.C, I.C, G.C., M.C.Q, S.D., K.J., A.L., P.M., L.M., L.O, R.R.S. T.S.M, and N.T. Director was informed verbally of all who was missing training. CPR/First Aid certificates not observed in the following files: K.J, L.N.G, M.C. and A.L. BBP missing from the following files: K.J., M.C., and A.L. Risk
- Early Learning Providers Who Directly Care for Children Must Complete the Prevention of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids Training That Meets Washington State D…110-300-0106(10)
Page 3 of 12 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. MERIT reviewed and staff were missing Safe Sleep and Basic STARS. P.M. was missing Basic Initial STARS training and also completed only Emergency & Disaster Preparedness training via the Portal DCYF trainings. Since P.M does not have Initial STARS or an exemption she is required to complete the Health and Safety Trainings via the WAC and found via the Portal. The following staff were missing Safe Sleep Trainings: N.C, I.C, G.C., M.C.Q, S.D., K.J., A.L., P.M., L.M., L.O, R.R.S. T.S.M, and N.T. Director was informed verbally of all who was missing training. CPR/First Aid certificates not observed in the following files: K.J, L.N.G, M.C. and A.L. BBP missing from the following files: K.J., M.C., and A.L. Risk
- This Section of the Inspection Report Lists Non-compliances Found During Any Licensing Inspection. Information From This Section Will Be Reported to Child Care…110-300-0106(8)
MERIT reviewed and staff were missing Safe Sleep and Basic STARS. P.M. was missing Basic Initial STARS training and also completed only Emergency & Disaster Preparedness training via the Portal DCYF trainings. Since P.M does not have Initial STARS or an exemption she is required to complete the Health and Safety Trainings via the WAC and found via the Portal. The following staff were missing Safe Sleep Trainings: N.C, I.C, G.C., M.C.Q, S.D., K.J., A.L., P.M., L.M., L.O, R.R.S. T.S.M, and N.T. Director was informed verbally of all who was missing training. CPR/First Aid certificates not observed in the following files: K.J, L.N.G, M.C. and A.L. BBP missing from the following files: K.J., M.C., and A.L. Risk
- This Section of the Inspection Report Lists Non-compliances Found During Any Licensing Inspection. Information From This Section Will Be Reported to Child Care…110-300-0170(3)
Clean vent in kitchen. Risk
- To Accept a Child Who Is Not Current with Their Immunizations, Early Learning Providers Must Give Written Notice to That Child's Parent or Guardian Stating The…110-300-0210(3)
Children's Immunizations were not current. Risk
- Family Home Licensees, Center Directors, Assistant Directors, Program Supervisors, Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and Any Other Early Learning Providers Cou…110-300-0230(1)
Staff were missing documentation of CPR/First Aid cards from their file. Risk
- An Early Learning Provider Must Develop and Follow a Cleaning Schedule That Includes: (A) Food Preparation Areas, Tables and Chairs, High Chairs, and Food Servi…110-300-0241(1)
Need to ensure that kitchen has 3 step spray bottles and that classrooms has a set for the classroom and the restroom area. The freezer needs to be wiped out had food debris spilled in the freezer. Pre-K restroom requires deep cleaning of the floor and the toilets. Need to ensure in the preschool room that the restrom is checked as there was visible urine on the seat. Ensure that shelvings, CD players and other equipment are wiped down visible dust in area. Risk Page 7 of 12 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.
- An Early Learning Provider Must Develop and Follow a Cleaning Schedule That Includes: (G) Toys, Which Must Be Cleaned and Sanitized as Follows: (I) Infant and T…110-300-0241(1)
Need to ensure that kitchen has 3 step spray bottles and that classrooms has a set for the classroom and the restroom area. The freezer needs to be wiped out had food debris spilled in the freezer. Pre-K restroom requires deep cleaning of the floor and the toilets. Need to ensure in the preschool room that the restrom is checked as there was visible urine on the seat. Ensure that shelvings, CD players and other equipment are wiped down visible dust in area. Risk
- Toileting and Diaper Changing Areas Including, but Not Limited To, Toilets, Counters, Sinks, and Floors Must Be Cleaned and Disinfected Daily or More Often as N…110-300-0241(6)
Need to ensure that kitchen has 3 step spray bottles and that classrooms has a set for the classroom and the restroom area. The freezer needs to be wiped out had food debris spilled in the freezer. Pre-K restroom requires deep cleaning of the floor and the toilets. Need to ensure in the preschool room that the restrom is checked as there was visible urine on the seat. Ensure that shelvings, CD players and other equipment are wiped down visible dust in area. Risk
- An Early Learning Provider Must Have and Follow a Written Emergency Preparedness Plan. The Plan Must Be Reviewed and Approved by the Department Prior to When Ch…110-300-0470(1)
Staff do not have documentation that they have reviwed the Disaster Plan. Drill log for fire and disaster not observed and was not found during the visit. Risk
- An Early Learning Provider Must Practice and Record Emergency Drills with Staff and Children as Follows: (A) Fire and Evacuation Drill Once Each Calendar Month;110-300-0470(4)
Staff do not have documentation that they have reviwed the Disaster Plan. Drill log for fire and disaster not observed and was not found during the visit. Risk
- This Section of the Inspection Report Lists Non-compliances Found During Any Licensing Inspection. Information From This Section Will Be Reported to Child Care…110-300-0470(4)
Staff do not have documentation that they have reviwed the Disaster Plan. Drill log for fire and disaster not observed and was not found during the visit. Risk
- An Early Learning Provider Must Practice and Record Emergency Drills with Staff and Children as Follows: (C) Emergency Drills Must Be Conducted with a Variety O…110-300-0470(4)
Staff do not have documentation that they have reviwed the Disaster Plan. Drill log for fire and disaster not observed and was not found during the visit. Risk
- An Early Learning Provider Must Practice and Record Emergency Drills with Staff and Children as Follows: (D) Drills Must Be Recorded on a Department Form and In…110-300-0470(4)
Staff do not have documentation that they have reviwed the Disaster Plan. Drill log for fire and disaster not observed and was not found during the visit.
- Early Learning Providers Must Complete the Recognizing and Reporting Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Training as Approved or Offered by the Dep…Serious: 110-300-0106(4)
MERIT reviewed and staff were missing Safe Sleep and Basic STARS. P.M. was missing Basic Initial STARS training and also completed only Emergency & Disaster Preparedness training via the Portal DCYF trainings. Since P.M does not have Initial STARS or an exemption she is required to complete the Health and Safety Trainings via the WAC and found via the Portal. The following staff were missing Safe Sleep Trainings: N.C, I.C, G.C., M.C.Q, S.D., K.J., A.L., P.M., L.M., L.O, R.R.S. T.S.M, and N.T. Director was informed verbally of all who was missing training. CPR/First Aid certificates not observed in the following files: K.J, L.N.G, M.C. and A.L. BBP missing from the following files: K.J., M.C., and A.L. Risk
- Playground Equipment and Surfacing Used by an Early Learning Provider Must Comply with Applicable CPSC Guidelines, as Now and Hereafter Amended Including, but N…Serious: 110-300-0146(1)
Woodchips are present but have been pushed under structures. Woodchips need to be redistributed nder these drop areas. Risk
- An Early Learning Provider Must Administer Medication to Children in Care as Follows: (Ii) Nonprescription Oral Medication. Nonprescription (Over-the-counter) O…Serious: 110-300-0215(3)
1 staff member P.M whom has not completed Basic STARS did not have documentation of training. Page 6 of 12 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. Diaper ointments were not labeled with first and last names in the classrooms. Diaper ointment forms need to be reviewed to ensure they are completely filled out and in accordance of requirements per WAC and Health Care Policy. Licensor reviewed some forms and documentation such as how much to apply and when was not present. End dates can be up to a year out. However, one parent/guardian wrote the diaper ointment is to be used forever. Risk