
Centers – Dividing Classrooms
Dividing Classrooms in Child Care Centers If you have large classrooms, you can divide them into multiple rooms. This way you can make groups of
The maximum group size is 14 children. Groups must be stable, meaning the same children are in the same group each day. The ratios for centers are the same as before COVID-19 pandemic.
A clean mask or face coverings should be worn each day. Mask and face coverings should be washed after each use.
The recommended mask type is pleated and fits snugly under your chin.
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Early care and learning programs should maintain social distancing as much as possible. Set up your space to keep children in the program 6 feet apart.
Think about the flow between activities during the day and from inside to outside activities.
Give educators time to plan out their classroom set-ups. Educators can think about how to make them welcoming while staying within guidelines.
If you need to separate a large classroom into multiple rooms, click here for guidelines.
Arrange tables in a circle or square with children facing in, so that they can be 6 feet apart but still see each other
Rooms or areas used by staff for meals or breaks must be set up to ensure at least six feet between people:
Post signs informing staff of the risk of COVID-19 due to shared mealtimes and breaks.
Post signs asking staff to not socialize with staff outside of their group.
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Dividing Classrooms in Child Care Centers If you have large classrooms, you can divide them into multiple rooms. This way you can make groups of
Program Activities for Child Care Centers Information to avoid spreading germs during drop-off, pick-up, nap time, and meals. Click on the icons below to jump
Learning Activities for Child Care Centers It is important to adapt your classroom learning activities and games to meet COVID-19 guidance for social distancing and
This website is overseen by the LA County Early Childhood Education COVID-19 Response Team. It has been created for reference only. Please refer to official COVID-19 guidance at links provided for complete and up-to-date information and guidelines.