REQUIRED Alternate NAEYC Accredited Center Site Review Laboratory Assignment .
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| Department of Education Child Development Program 3214 Austin Street, Houston, TX 77004 713-718-6303 phone 713-718-6235 fax |
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TECA 1318 – Wellness of the Young Child
Alternate NAEYC Accredited Center Site Review Checklist
Required Component – This assignment is required for completion of this course. If this assignment is not completed with 70% of possible points, you will not receive a passing grade in this class. This assignment will NOT be in person during Covid.
NAEYC Accredited Center Site Review– For this assignment, you are to assume the role of a NAEYC Reviewer on a site visit, determining accreditation of a child care center.
DIRECTIONS:
For this assignment, you are to assume the role of a NAEYC Reviewer on a site visit, determining accreditation of a child care center.
Complete the NAEYC Accredited Center Checklist. Describe NAEYC expectations for each of the areas listed on the checklist that you would observe. Focus on Standard 5: Health and Standard 9: Physical Environment. The NAEYC Standards are found using this link: https://www.naeyc.org/sites/default/files/globally-shared/downloads/PDFs/accreditation/early-learning/standards_assessment_2019.pdf
Write your one page summary that includes:
Reactions of your “visit” or to the NAEYC standards listed in the checklist.
Comparison of information obtained from your textbook, other readings and in class discussions to the lab assignment. (How are they alike? How are they different?) There should be three-four comparisons.
Include at least three-four changes you would expect to see centers make in order to accommodate the COVID-19 limitations that relate to our wellness (health, safe, and nutrition) class.
Submit the completed Center Checklist and the Summary in the assignment tool.
Student's Name Date
Describe the following playground area and equipment.
| Area or equipment | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Fence and gate | |
| Playground surfaces (grass, sand, wood chips) | |
| Landscaping | |
| Riding toys/riding path | |
| Playground equipment (swings, slides, climbing apparatus,) | |
| Fall zone area | |
| Sand and water play |
Supervision of children while on the playground is essential. Describe how teachers should interact with the children to help prevent accidents.
Observe a preschool classroom and describe how the following help to make a safe environment.
| Preschool Area | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Floor surface (clean, nonskid, no spills) | |
| Furniture (no sharp edges, shelves, arrangement) | |
| Temperature (well-ventilated, comfortable temperature) | |
| Lighting (windows, overhead lighting) | |
| Cleaning solutions | |
| Electrical outlets, cords | |
| Cubbies/ places for personal belongings | |
| Smoke detector | |
| NAEYC accreditation expiration date (how often must it be renewed?) |
Observe an infant classroom and describe how the following criteria help to make a safe environment.
| Infant Area | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Diapering area (describe the diapering procedure) | |
| Toys pass the No-choke test | |
| Bottles labeled/ Feeding infants | |
| Toys disinfected | |
| Cribs | |
| Extra clothing |
Medication.
| Medication | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Administration | |
| Storage |
Handwashing is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of disease. Describe in detail, step by step, the procedure a teacher should follow.
7. Observe the bathroom area. Describe the items and list any safety or health issues related to items relating to the bathroom.
| Bathroom | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Floor | |
| Toilets | |
| Sinks | |
| Soap/towels |
8. List the items needed in an emergency
| Emergency Information | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Emergency numbers | |
| First Aid Supplies | |
| Emergency supplies (flashlight, fire extinguisher, battery operated radio) | |
| Emergency escape route |
9. Observe a meal time with preschoolers. Describe what you observed.
| Meal | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Interaction between teachers and children | |
| Family style or plate service | |
| Clean up | |
| Well balanced meal | |
| Food Dealers Permit |
Revised July 2021
