VPK Explorers Evaluation

• Site conducted

  Select

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

Classroom observations

• Teachers know how many children are in their care

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Number of children present

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Number of children recorded in ProCare or attendance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Face-to-Name count completed upon arrival and departure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Teacher, supervision and interaction is appropriate and provides a healthy environment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Teachers look presentable, are in approve uniform, and logo is a visible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Documents to be posted

• Correct weeks curriculum (outside classroom)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Schedule (outside classroom)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• State ratio is posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Room capacity is posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Egress plan at exits are unobstructed and there’s a 3 ft pathway

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Diaper changing procedure is posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Handwashing signs at all sinks, including bathroom

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Allergy list is posted and covered

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Maintenance

• Lights are operational and bug free

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Broken, stains in missing ceiling tiles have been repaired or replaced

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• HVAC vents are cleaned and dust free

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Carbon monoxide detectors present and in working condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Carpets are clean and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * No tape

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The floors are clean and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * No tape

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Windows are unobstructed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Blinds are clean and dust-free

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Blind cords are out of reach of children

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Bathrooms are clean and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Not used for storage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exterior egress door opens and locks easily

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Walls and doors in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tot locks are used in working condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Soap, paper towels, toilet paper, and diaper bags are stocked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Children’s belongings

• Stored separately in the cubby

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Classroom equipment

• Shelving units are not cracked missing and do not have exposed hardware

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cabinets not cracked missing and do not have exposed hardware

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cubbies are not cracked, missing, and do not have exposed hardware

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tables are in good condition, and at proper height

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chairs are in good condition, not missing, trim, cracked or have exposed hardware.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Kitchen sets are secured to the wall

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Health and safety

• Teachers belongings are stored in locked cabinet

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Teachers materials are out of reach of children

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No hot beverages president in the classroom

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sanitizer

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Mixed daily, labeled and dated and labeled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Two spray bottles present

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Yuck bucket is utilized

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Children and staff wash hands before eating, after toileting/diapering, after contact with bodily fluids, after sensory play, and when coming in from the playground

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Teachers wear gloves on both hands when handling food, and or bodily fluid

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Any center provided food is sent back to the kitchen, or disposed of after meals

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No choking hazards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No safety hazards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Trash cans are covered, clean, and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Safe, sleep practice, and cribs

• Mats are in good condition

  Select Yes No N/A

  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

• Mats are labeled with child’s name

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fitted sheets are provided

  Select Yes No N/A

  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

• An alternate activity is offered, if a child is not fall asleep

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Children wear shoes at all times, including nap

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Children spaces are always visible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Mats are sanitized after use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Feeding

• Children are drinking from a regular cup

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Toddlers sit at a table when eating and drinking

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Preschoolers are sitting at a table when eating and drinking

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Classroom bulletin boards

• Parents information board

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Classroom schedule

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Menu

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Lesson plan

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Age Appropriate Enrichments

• Circle Time

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Calendar

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Weather

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Alphabet

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Colors

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Numbers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * Shapes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Birthday Board

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Family Tree

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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• Children are not left in a chair at a table without an activity

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• At least three player experiences per child

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• * equipment is in good condition and safe

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Child, appropriate music is playing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Pro care is completed as necessary throughout the day

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Classroom is tore ready, organized, and clutter free

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yes

  No

  N/A