FCSE 3120 Lecture Notes - Lecture 14: Americans With Disabilities Act Of 1990, Chicago Cubs, Solar Thermal Collector
1 May 2018
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Chapter 6
Creating Quality Learning Environments
Facility –New or Renovated Space
• Things to consider when planning or renovating space for child care programming:
1. Determine how much indoor and outdoor space you will need
2. Follow all building codes and zoning regulations
3. Keep the safety of the children and staff as your primary concern
▪ Nearby water or busy streets
▪ Parking areas, businesses in the area
4. Plan to accommodate children and staff with disabilities
5. Make the facility child-oriented but also comfortable for adults.
6. Space must be flexible to accommodate changing interests
7. Plan space intentionally –:
▪ Large spaces encourage big play
▪ Small spaces encourage the children to fit into the space
▪ Open areas are for more active play
▪ Small soft areas encourage quiet play and reflection
8. Take into consideration children and staff with special needs - American
Disabilities Act
▪ Indoor
▪ Outdoor - playground
▪ Entrances
9. Selecting furniture, materials and supplies carefully.
10. Plan expenditures carefully
▪ Large initial investment
▪ Complex decisions
▪ High quality materials will last longer
Facility planners in small programs is often the director. In larger ventures, there may be a
committee with assisting with the various aspects of opening a new program.
• Manage constructions/renovation
• Acquire or purchase furniture
• Purchase supplies/materials
Facility Planners Should:
1. Identify specific needs
o Max enrollment
o Ages of children served
o Special needs
o Group sizes
o Hours of operations
2. Reading materials about child care programs and facilities and/or visiting programs that
are like your vision.
o “Child Care Design Guide” by Anita Rui Old’s
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