| LEARNING & NUTURING |
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| Is there a structured program you can see in action? |
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| Will the program prepare your child for first grade? |
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| Are teachers specially trained for the age they teach? |
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| Are positive methods used to guide behavior? |
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| Do children have access to a variety of engaging activities throughout the day? |
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| Do children have ample time to play and explore? |
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| Are phonics and math basics emphasized in daily activities? |
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| Is there some story time everyday? |
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| Is a reading enrichment program such as Hooked on Phonics® offered? |
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| Do teachers interact with children in both small and large group activities? |
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| Is the classroom decorated with the children's artwork, handwriting and stories? |
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| Do children get to play outside every day (weather permitting)? |
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| HEALTH & SAFETY |
Providence |
Center 1 |
Center 2 |
Center 3 |
| Is the center licensed? |
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| Does the center have NAEYC accreditation and/or a state rating? |
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| Is the building safe, clean, and well-maintained? |
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| Are entrances secured with electronic key pads? |
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| Is there a safety plan in place in case of emergency? |
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| Are all outdoor play areas fenced in and monitored? |
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| Are there secure pick-up/drop-off procedures in place? |
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| Are children adequately supervised? |
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| Are there personal cribs for each infant? |
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| Are toys sanitized daily? |
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| Are breakfast, lunch and two snacks provided daily? |
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| Are caregivers trained in first aid? CPR? |
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| Are sick children who are contagious kept at home? |
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| Are immunizations required? |
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| COMMUNICATION |
Providence |
Center 1 |
Center 2 |
Center 3 |
| Are there parent/child activities to do at home that connect parents with what is happening at school? |
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| Is there daily communication about your child's day? |
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| Is there weekly communication of activities and what your child is learning? |
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| Are assessments done to measure your child's growth and development at least twice annually? |
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