worksheet7

Developmentally Appropriate
Preschool Classroom

Worksheet #7

Major Features Quality Indicators

1.The setting encourages appropriate interactions between the staff and the children.

The classroom is child-centered, with space for one-to-one, small froup, and large group activities.

2. The classroom supports a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Space layout, equipment, and materials support learning opportunities (for example, block corner, sand and water tables, dress-up and dramatic play areas, easels/art area, science and woodworking area, book corner, and computer center, are readily accessible to children).

While small group, teacher-initiated activities are taking place, there are places for child-initiated, self-selected activities which children may choose.

Equipment and space are available for children to engage in small motor and gross motor physical activities ( including running, jumping, and balalncing).

3. The classrooms are large enough for the number of children enrolled.

There should be at least 335 square feet of useable space per child (many prefer 50 sq, ft.)

4. The setting helps children to develop independence and self-help skills.

The children have a convenient place to hang up their coats and cubbies to keep their belongings.

Classroom furniture is child-sized.

Toilets and lavatories are child-sized and accessible to children. Mirrors and water fountains are the appropriate height for children.

There are spaces for children to go for quiet play alone.

5. The physical environment is suitable for children with special needs.

The room meets the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The setting promotes mainstreaming of children with disabilities and is individualized in response to special needs.

6. Space is flexible.

Children can rearrange space for their own

activities.

Children can move freely from area to area without disruption.

Space is provided for children's art work and projects, with displays at children's eye level.

7. The classroom environment promotes learning.

Sound absorbing materials are used.

There are separate quiet and active areas.

There is adequate lighting.

There are soft elements in the environment (carpets, couches, stuffed chairs, and pillows).

8. Children are under staff supervision and guidance at all times.

Center design, including windows, doors, bathrooms, classroom areas, and storage areas, permits children to be seen at all times.

Indoor-outdoor design and access should facilitate continuous supervision by adults.

9. The outdoor playground is child-centered.

There should be a minimum of 75 square feet per child of usable outdoor play space (many prefer 100 sq. ft.).

A variety of surfaces and equipment encour age alternate types of play (wheel toys, slides, swings, kick ball, and sand play).

There is cushioning under climbing equipment.

There are both shady and sunny areas.

The playground is fenced in and protected.

The playground is in close proximity to the center.

10. Facilities are safe, healthy, and sanitary for children.

Intercoms or other security devices are in stalled at center entrance to ensure that all visitors are authorized.

State and local licensing requirements are met.

Guidance regarding safety, health, and sanitation set forth in this manual is followed.

Major Features	Quality Indicators
1.The setting encourages appropriate interactions between the staff and the children.	The classroom is child-centered, with space for one-to-one, small froup, and large group activities.
2. The classroom supports a developmentally appropriate curriculum.	Space layout, equipment, and materials support learning opportunities (for example, block corner, sand and water tables, dress-up and dramatic play areas, easels/art area, science and woodworking area, book corner, and computer center, are readily accessible to children). While small group, teacher-initiated activities are taking place, there are places for child-initiated, self-selected activities which children may choose. Equipment and space are available for children to engage in small motor and gross motor physical activities ( including running, jumping, and balalncing).
3. The classrooms are large enough for the number of children enrolled.	There should be at least 335 square feet of useable space per child (many prefer 50 sq, ft.)
4. The setting helps children to develop independence and self-help skills.	The children have a convenient place to hang up their coats and cubbies to keep their belongings. Classroom furniture is child-sized. Toilets and lavatories are child-sized and accessible to children. Mirrors and water fountains are the appropriate height for children. There are spaces for children to go for quiet play alone.
5. The physical environment is suitable for children with special needs.	The room meets the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The setting promotes mainstreaming of children with disabilities and is individualized in response to special needs.
6. Space is flexible.	Children can rearrange space for their own activities. Children can move freely from area to area without disruption. Space is provided for children's art work and projects, with displays at children's eye level.
7. The classroom environment promotes learning.	Sound absorbing materials are used. There are separate quiet and active areas. There is adequate lighting. There are soft elements in the environment (carpets, couches, stuffed chairs, and pillows).
8. Children are under staff supervision and guidance at all times.	Center design, including windows, doors, bathrooms, classroom areas, and storage areas, permits children to be seen at all times. Indoor-outdoor design and access should facilitate continuous supervision by adults.
9. The outdoor playground is child-centered.	There should be a minimum of 75 square feet per child of usable outdoor play space (many prefer 100 sq. ft.). A variety of surfaces and equipment encour age alternate types of play (wheel toys, slides, swings, kick ball, and sand play). There is cushioning under climbing equipment. There are both shady and sunny areas. The playground is fenced in and protected. The playground is in close proximity to the center.
10. Facilities are safe, healthy, and sanitary for children.	Intercoms or other security devices are in stalled at center entrance to ensure that all visitors are authorized. State and local licensing requirements are met. Guidance regarding safety, health, and sanitation set forth in this manual is followed.