Minimum requirements for licensure.

RCW 43.216.260
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Applications for licensure shall require, at a minimum, the following information: (1) The size and suitability of a facility or location for an outdoor nature-based child care program, and the plan of operation for carrying out the purpose for which an applicant seeks a license; (2) The character, suitability, and competence of an agency and other persons associated with an agency directly responsible for the care of children; (3) The number of qualified persons required to render the type of care for which an agency seeks a license; (4) To provide for the comfort, care, and well-being of children, information about the health, safety, cleanliness, and general adequacy of the premises, including the real property and premises for an outdoor nature-based child care program; (5) The provision of necessary care and early learning, including food, supervision, and discipline; physical, mental, and social well-being; and educational and recreational opportunities for those served; (6) The financial ability of an agency to comply with minimum requirements established under this chapter; and (7) The maintenance of records pertaining to the care of children. Applications for licensure shall require, at a minimum, the following information: (1) The size and suitability of a facility or location for an outdoor nature-based child care program, and the plan of operation for carrying out the purpose for which an applicant seeks a license; (2) The character, suitability, and competence of an agency and other persons associated with an agency directly responsible for the care of children; (3) The number of qualified persons required to render the type of care for which an agency seeks a license; (4) To provide for the comfort, care, and well-being of children, information about the health, safety, cleanliness, and general adequacy of the premises, including the real property and premises for an outdoor nature-based child care program; (5) The provision of necessary care and early learning, including food, supervision, and discipline; physical, mental, and social well-being; and educational and recreational opportunities for those served; (6) The financial ability of an agency to comply with minimum requirements established under this chapter; and (7) The maintenance of records pertaining to the care of children.
Source: WA Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=43.216&full=trueFetched: 6/29/2026

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