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Staff : Child Ratios
In the classroom
Tracking guidance
Outside the classroom
NAEYC
100
1:8
What is the maximum ratio of Children to Adults for 2 year olds
100
Throughout the day
When should regular head counts be taken?
100
Every 30 minutes
When should staff complete a tracking? (at the beginning and ending of the day)
100
At all times
When should the tracking sheet be with the classroom?
100
Children must be supervised by site and sound at all times
What is NAEYC requirement for supervision twos and preschool children?
200
1:10
What is the maximum ratio of Children to Adults for 3 - 5 year olds
200
Initial the attendance sheet and write down the time
What should be done when a parent fails to sign in or out?
200
Every time the group walks through a doorway
When should a staff member record the number on the tracking log?
200
Sitting or engaging in lengthy conversations with staff
What should staff never be doing when supervising outdoor play?
200
Kindergarten/school-age children
What age group may be out of the teachers sight and sound for short periods of time in a safe environment (at the center).
300
1:20
What is the maximum ratio of children to adults for Kindergarten and up
300
Tracking form
What is used to document that regular head counts occur throughout the day?
300
If a child arrives late, a new staff member arrives, or a teacher takes part of the group with him/her
When should staff communicate with their coworkers about the correct number of children present?
300
Nearby all pieces of climbing equipment
Where should staff be stationed when supervising outdoor play?
300
3 - 5 minutes
What is the amount of time during which preschool children may be supervised by sound only?
400
Two adults
What is the minimum number of adults that must accompany a group on a walking trip?
400
Do not sit with your back toward children
What is one way to ensure that teachers can see the entire classroom?
400
Walking through the room to ensure that no children are left behind
What is a "sweep" of the classroom?
400
Ensure accuracy of the tracking form and sign in sheet
What should the teacher do before leaving his/her group in the care of another teacher at the end of the day.
400
Fences or other natural barriers
What is required to ensure safety in outdoor play areas?
500
30
What is the maximum group size for a group of school-age children (with two adults present)?
500
The room arrangement
What is a potential barrier for ensuring visual supervision?
500
One hour
What is the maximum time lapse between trackings?
500
Inform the Center Director
What should a staff member do immediately if a child is missing?
500
72 hour notification form
What is form that must be submitted to NAEYC within 72 hours of any critical incident?