Any violations documented must be corrected immediately with on-going compliance, unless otherwise noted. Failure to comply may result in an enforcement action in accordance with AMC 16.55.120C.
RATIO CHART
Caregiver : Child
Age Group
Ratio
Group Size
6 weeks through 11 months
1:4
2:8
19 months through 35 months
1:6
2:12
12 months through 18 months
1:5*
2:10
3 yrs to 5 yrs (Preschool)
1:10
2:20
*Children must be walking independently for a 1:5 ratio
5 yrs to 12 yrs (School-age)
N/A
Classroom or Area
Time
# of Caregivers
# of Children
Ages
Ratio C or NC
Group Size C** or NC
Preschool Room
11:30 AM
1
4
3-5 years
C
** Group size does not apply to mixed age groups on the play yard and some other approved group activities. Some programs are permitted 2 ½ times the ratio in approved classrooms.
16, 17, 124, 146. C. Administrator is also the caregiver. There are four children in attendance. Administrator's approach and communication w/children is extremely kind, gentle, respectful, patient, and calm. The environment of the classroom is open and welcoming while being very serene. The tone and atmosphere has been established by the Administrator and children are following her examples as they communicate with the Administrator and w/each other.
26, 149, 150, 151, 152. C. The classroom is an open space w/soft, welcoming colors. It has been organzied into interest areas w/child-size furniture and accessories. Each interest area is labeled, organized, and has a generous supply of materials. The classroom is inviting, organized, and appealing. It is apparent that much thought and effort went into the layout of the environment.
78. C. Facility is exceptionally clean.
84. C. Variance approved, allowing one first-aid kit instead of requiring two.
127, 144. C. The preschool room is a large, open room. Supervision was kept in mind w/the design and layout of the room.