38 Items organized into 7 Subscales

Space and Furnishings

1. Indoor space used for child care

2. Furniture for routine care, play, and learning

3. Provision for relaxation and comfort

4. Arrangement of indoor space for child care

5. Display for children

6. Space for Privacy

Personal Care Routines

7. Greeting/departing

8. Nap/rest

9. Meals/snacks

10. Diapering/toileting

11. Health practices

12. Safety practices

Listening and Talking

13. Helping children understand language

14. Helping children use language

15. Using books

Activities

16. Fine motor

17. Art

18. Music and movement

19. Blocks

20. Dramatic play

21. Math/number

22. Nature/science

23. Sand and water play

24. Promoting acceptance of diversity

25. Use of TV, video, and/or computer

26. Active physical play

Interaction

27. Supervision of play and learning

28. Provider-child interaction

29. Discipline

30. Interactions among children

Program Structure

31. Schedule

32. Free play

33. Group time

34. Provisions for children with disabilities

Parents and Provider

35. Provisions for parents

36. Balancing personal and caregiving responsibilities

37. Opportunities for professional growth

38. Provisions for professional needs