Modesto City Schools – Early Head Start Child Care Partnership

Family Childcare Classroom- 12 children

modesto early head start
modesto early head start

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BEFORE: The playspace lacked defined activity areas which made it difficult for children to engage in focused play. AFTER: New room layout and furniture plan provides distinct activity areas and supports individual and small group learning.


modesto early head start preschool before
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modesto early head start preschool before
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BEFORE: Carpet placed under table area made for difficulty cleaning up and created an unhealthy environment. The table area’s lack of enclosure caused constant disruption. AFTER: New sculpted furniture plan encourages focused play,  supporting individual and small group learning and ease of supervision.


modesto early head start preschool eating area

AFTER: New sink installed adjacent to table activity area supports frequent child-initiated handwashing without the teacher having to leave rest of group.  The close proximity allows providers to interact with the group while supervising multiple activities.