Health & Safety
Curriculum
Licensing
Center
Ratios
100

Where should cleaning supplies be stored?

Locked in a cabinet away from children

100

How often do the themes change?

Monthly - infants to discovery preschool

Bi-Weekly - preschool to school age

100

How long are children allowed on a cot?

2 hours

100

What are our hours?

6:30 a.m to 6:00 p.m

100

What are two things that can take you out of ratio?

leaving the classroom, being on the phone (personal), standing in the doorway with back to students

200

What should be taken with you during transitions?

CSR, ipad, black emergency bag (outdoors)

200

Where can you find supplies for activities?

in the resource room

200

How far apart are diaper changes?

Every 2 hours (or as needed)

200

When should your classroom door be closed?

Anytime there is a child(ren) in the classroom

200

What is the infant ratio?

Infants 1:4


300

How often should toys be sanitized?

2x a day (nap and end of the day)

300

What tool do we use to communicate with families about curriculum and daily updates?

KinderCare App

Family Communication Board

300

What can be in a crib for an infant?

pacifier, proper sleep sack

300

When should you be in your classroom to start your shift?

At your scheduled time (not walking in at the time)

300

Which two age groups have the same ratios? 

Preschool and Pre - K

1:10

400

When should accident reports be written?

Immediately after the incident

400

What does "DAP" stand for?

Developmentally Appropriate Practice

400

How much water can be left in a sensory bin?

Zero

400

What is a way to build trust with families?

Communication

400

What is the max size for toddlers?

15 students

500

How often should children be washing their hands?

after every transition, before and after meals, after the bathroom (as needed)

500

What does "Learning through play" really mean?

Children develop skills through active, hands on experiences

500

What are some prohibited discipline techniques?

abuse, corporal punishment, restraints

500

What does it mean to have a best friend at work?

Someone who will support you, someone you can go to about curriculum, your classroom, ect

500

What two age groups cannot be mixed together?

Anyone younger than 2 or older than 4