1. Chapter 7 Developing a Center Facility ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

2. Chapter Objectives Describe an early childhood facility that meets the needs of children, staff members, and families. Explain the director’s role related to facilities management. Identify the individual consultants who are involved in planning an early childhood facility. Explain the director’s role in creating a new facility. Describe the tasks involved in moving a program to an existing facility. ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

3. The Center Facility A center should be designed to meet the user’s needs –Students –Families –Staff members The facility should reflect the lives of the people who staff and attend the center ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

4. Discussion Question 1.What do you think are important considerations for space in a child care facility? 2.Why should an environment for young children be aesthetically pleasing? ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

5. Users’ Primary Needs Health and safety Accessibility of facilities Controlled traffic flow Personal space Opportunities for independence and growth Aesthetic character ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

6. Health and Safety Hazard-free building –Lead paint –Asbestos –Air quality · Safety considerations: Floor surfaces Electrical outlets Protective window covering Security devices/egress Fire safety Playground ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

7. Accessibility of Facilities Some parents prefer close to home; others prefer close to work Near public transportation / well-traveled roads Easy access to building from parking area Building scale People with special needs (ADA) ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

8. Traffic Flow Traffic patterns in/out of building Classroom doors dump onto playground Serving meals in classrooms Bathroom locations Staff’s daily traffic patterns Location of office and entry/foyer Storage areas ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

9. Personal Spaces: Children Sufficient space for children to work and play –35 square feet minimum –50 square feet more realistic ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

10. Personal Spaces: Children Other considerations: –Cozy places and spaces –Meeting area for story/special activity –Movable shelving –Space for cot storage –School age children need space for organizing clubs, informal sports, and playing games –Adequate storage/filing cabinets ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

11. Opportunities for Independence & Growth Promoting children’s independence –Child-size appointments (toilets, sinks, drinking fountains) –Places for children’s work at their eye level –Accessibility to materials and equipment ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

12. Opportunities for Independence & Growth Promoting children’s independence –Accessible storage areas for children’s personal belongings and work –A variety of sound spaces (loud, quiet, active) –Appropriate number of choices –Variety in colors, textures, floor levels, and building materials ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

13. Aesthetic Character Sense of beauty Natural light Adjustable lighting/incandescent lighting Interesting wall surfaces Solid color carpets Elements of nature (seashells, polished rocks, woven baskets, green nontoxic plants) Attractively mounted children’s work ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

14. Programmatic Requirements Operational type (full day/half day) Age groups served Program goals Center’s philosophy Meals and preparation Facility’s demographics/location Playground needs ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

15. Government Regulations Zoning laws and regulations Parking requirements Building codes ADA Fire codes ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

16. Existing Buildings Cost involved –Purchase price –Lease or rent –Renovation ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

17. Lease –specifies length of time –what space the lease covers –terms of financial agreement Leasing ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

18. Lease components –Beginning and ending dates of lease –Whether or not lease is renewable If renewable, what limits, fee increases, if terminated early Leasing ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

19. Leasing Lease components Who is responsible for maintenance and repairs? What is included? Who pays for repairs? Who provides materials, supplies, and tools? When repairs will be done? Who is responsible for compliance with building code? ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

20. Relocation Costs: Staff time Fund-raising Attending additional board committee meetings Locating a new site Negotiating the lease Arranging loan for additional costs Communicating with staff and families about the move Working with licensing specialists Arranging for reaccreditation (as needed) ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

21. Relocation Costs: Direct Costs Attorney fees Architect and contractor fees Materials needed for renovation Cleaning prior to move Movers Changing address or other information on stationery, brochures, web site Reaccreditation fees Paying staff overtime to prepare new site ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

22. New Construction Land / Lot Size –Accommodate child care facility, parking lot, playground, and maintenance shed –Parking lot that is big enough to park staff, parent, and visitor’s cars –Playground 75 square feet per child Big enough to have separate playgrounds for various age levels ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

23. Personal Spaces: Staff Place for storing belongings Bathroom facilities Lounge area Work space –In classroom –To do paperwork / hold conferences –Office staff spaces (100 square feet per staff) ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

24. Discussion Questions 1.Can you think of some professionals who might be involved in helping you either renovate or build a child care facility? 2.Why would you prefer to rent or lease a building for a child care facility? What are the advantages of building a new center? What are the things to consider in renovation? ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

25. Working with other Professionals Licensing agent Architect Contractor Accountant Attorney ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

26. Working with an Architect Suppose you are working with an architect on the design of an early childhood education facility. What are three questions you might ask this person about what to include in your design? Explain your reasons for choosing these questions.

27. Designing a Childcare Center: How to Choose an Architect Finding the right architect The architect’s childcare design experience Costs and schedules

28. Steps in the design process 1. Feasibility Study 2. Programming 3. Schematic Design 4. Design Development 5. Construction Documentation 6. Bidding and Negotiation 7. Construction Administration 8. Post-Occupancy TrainingFeasibility StudyProgrammingSchematic DesignDesign DevelopmentConstruction DocumentationBidding and NegotiationConstruction AdministrationPost-Occupancy Training http://www.spacesforchildren.com/8steps.html

32. Architects Spaces for Children http://www.spacesforchildren.com/profile.html

33. Chapter Summary An ideal center meets the needs of children, staff members, families, and visitors Other professionals can help ©2013 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.