Chapter 110-300 WAC

Last Update: 9/13/24

FOUNDATIONAL QUALITY STANDARDS FOR EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS

(Formerly: Chapter 170-300 WAC)

WAC Sections

INTENT AND AUTHORITY
HTMLPDF110-300-0001Intent and authority.
HTMLPDF110-300-0005Definitions.
HTMLPDF110-300-0010License required.
HTMLPDF110-300-0011License transfers.
HTMLPDF110-300-0015Licensee absence.
HTMLPDF110-300-0016Inactive status—Voluntary and temporary closure.
HTMLPDF110-300-0020Unlicensed programs.
HTMLPDF110-300-0025Certified and exempt programs.
HTMLPDF110-300-0030Nondiscrimination.
HTMLPDF110-300-0035Department access to licensed space.
CHILD OUTCOMES
HTMLPDF110-300-0055Developmental screening and communication to parents or guardians.
HTMLPDF110-300-0065School readiness and family engagement activities.
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AND PARTNERSHIPS
HTMLPDF110-300-0080Family support self-assessment.
HTMLPDF110-300-0085Family partnerships and communication.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, TRAINING AND REQUIREMENTS
HTMLPDF110-300-0100General staff qualifications.
HTMLPDF110-300-0105Preservice requirements.
HTMLPDF110-300-0106Training requirements.
HTMLPDF110-300-0107In-service training.
HTMLPDF110-300-0110Program based staff policies and training.
HTMLPDF110-300-0111Staff oversight.
HTMLPDF110-300-0115Staff records.
HTMLPDF110-300-0120Providing for personal, professional, and health needs of staff.
ENVIRONMENT
Space and Furnishings
HTMLPDF110-300-0130Indoor early learning program space.
HTMLPDF110-300-0135Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfort.
HTMLPDF110-300-0140Room arrangement, child-related displays, private space, and belongings.
HTMLPDF110-300-0145Outdoor early learning program space.
HTMLPDF110-300-0146Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space.
HTMLPDF110-300-0147Weather conditions and outdoor hazards.
HTMLPDF110-300-0148Gardens in outdoor early learning program space.
Activities
HTMLPDF110-300-0150Program and activities.
HTMLPDF110-300-0155Use of television, video, and computers.
HTMLPDF110-300-0160Promoting acceptance of diversity.
Safety
HTMLPDF110-300-0165Safety requirements.
HTMLPDF110-300-0166Emergency preparation and exiting.
HTMLPDF110-300-0170Fire safety.
HTMLPDF110-300-0175Water hazards and swimming pools.
Food and Nutrition
HTMLPDF110-300-0180Meal and snack schedule.
HTMLPDF110-300-0185Menus, milk, and food.
HTMLPDF110-300-0186Food allergies and special dietary needs.
HTMLPDF110-300-0190Parent or guardian provided food and written food plans.
HTMLPDF110-300-0195Food service, equipment, and practices.
HTMLPDF110-300-0196Food sources.
HTMLPDF110-300-0197Safe food practices.
HTMLPDF110-300-0198Food preparation areas.
Health Practices
HTMLPDF110-300-0200Handwashing and hand sanitizer.
HTMLPDF110-300-0205Child, staff, and household member illness.
HTMLPDF110-300-0210Immunizations and exempt children.
HTMLPDF110-300-0215Medication.
HTMLPDF110-300-0220Bathroom space and toilet training.
HTMLPDF110-300-0221Diaper changing areas, privacy, and disposal.
HTMLPDF110-300-0225Pets and animals.
HTMLPDF110-300-0230First-aid—CPR certification and supplies.
HTMLPDF110-300-0235Safe water sources.
HTMLPDF110-300-0236Safe drinking water.
Cleaning and Sanitation
HTMLPDF110-300-0240Clean and healthy environment.
HTMLPDF110-300-0241Cleaning schedules.
HTMLPDF110-300-0245Laundry and equipment.
HTMLPDF110-300-0250Private septic systems.
HTMLPDF110-300-0255Pest control.
HTMLPDF110-300-0260Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies.
Sleep and Rest
HTMLPDF110-300-0265Sleep, rest, and equipment.
HTMLPDF110-300-0270Overnight care.
Infant and Toddler
HTMLPDF110-300-0275Infant and toddler care.
HTMLPDF110-300-0280Bottle preparation.
HTMLPDF110-300-0281Breast milk.
HTMLPDF110-300-0285Infant and toddler nutrition and feeding.
HTMLPDF110-300-0290Infant and toddler sleep, rest, and equipment.
HTMLPDF110-300-0291Infant safe sleep practices.
HTMLPDF110-300-0295Infant and toddler programs and activities.
HTMLPDF110-300-0296Infant and toddler development.
INTERACTIONS AND CURRICULUM
Learning Supports
HTMLPDF110-300-0300Individual care plan.
HTMLPDF110-300-0305Curriculum philosophy and planning.
HTMLPDF110-300-0310Concept development and feedback quality.
HTMLPDF110-300-0315Language modeling and reasoning.
HTMLPDF110-300-0320Facilitating child interests, learning, perspective, and productivity.
Emotional Support and Classroom Organization
HTMLPDF110-300-0325Creating a climate for healthy child development.
HTMLPDF110-300-0330Positive relationships and child guidance.
HTMLPDF110-300-0331Prohibited behavior, discipline, and physical removal of children.
HTMLPDF110-300-0335Physical restraint.
HTMLPDF110-300-0340Expulsion.
Program Structure and Organization
HTMLPDF110-300-0345Supervising children.
HTMLPDF110-300-0350Supervising children during water activities.
HTMLPDF110-300-0354Indoor early learning program space capacity.
HTMLPDF110-300-0355Family home capacity, ratio, and group size.
HTMLPDF110-300-0356Center capacity, ratio, and group size.
HTMLPDF110-300-0357Center mixed age group capacity, ratio, and group size.
HTMLPDF110-300-0358Capacity waiver for family home providers.
HTMLPDF110-300-0360Program and daily schedule.
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION AND OVERSIGHT
Licensing Process
HTMLPDF110-300-0400Application materials.
HTMLPDF110-300-0401License fees.
HTMLPDF110-300-0402Changing early learning program space or location.
HTMLPDF110-300-0410License and program location.
HTMLPDF110-300-0415Zoning, codes, and ordinances.
HTMLPDF110-300-0420Prohibited substances.
HTMLPDF110-300-0425Initial and nonexpiring licenses—Reporting—License modification.
HTMLPDF110-300-0430Authority and requirements to possess more than one license.
HTMLPDF110-300-0435Waiver from department rules—WAC.
HTMLPDF110-300-0436Variance from department rules—WAC.
HTMLPDF110-300-0440Facility licensing compliance agreements, nonreferral status, probationary license, and provider rights.
HTMLPDF110-300-0443Enforcement actions, notice, and appeal.
Records, Policies, Reporting and Posting
HTMLPDF110-300-0450Parent or guardian handbook and related policies.
HTMLPDF110-300-0455Attendance records.
HTMLPDF110-300-0460Child records.
HTMLPDF110-300-0465Retaining facility and program records.
HTMLPDF110-300-0470Emergency preparedness plan.
HTMLPDF110-300-0475Duty to protect children and report incidents.
HTMLPDF110-300-0480Transportation and off-site activity policy.
HTMLPDF110-300-0485Termination of services policy.
HTMLPDF110-300-0486Expulsion policy.
HTMLPDF110-300-0490Child restraint policy.
HTMLPDF110-300-0495Consistent care policy.
HTMLPDF110-300-0500Health policy.
HTMLPDF110-300-0505Postings.