14 Del. Admin. Code § 933-VI-76.0

Current through Reigster Vol. 28, No. 6, December 1, 2024

Section 933-VI-76.0 - Activity Schedule

76.1 A licensee shall develop and follow a schedule for each group of children that is posted for easy reference by parents or guardians and staff.

76.1.1 The schedule must list times for the following activities: learning opportunities; active or outdoor play; free choice and staff-directed activities, rest or at least 30 minutes of quiet play, meals, and snacks.

76.1.2 This schedule may be flexible based on the needs and interests of the children.

76.2 Weather permitting, a licensee shall ensure daily outdoor play is provided for infants, toddlers, and older children when the wind chill factor is 32° F or higher or the heat index is 89° F or lower.

76.2.1 Outdoor play during periods outside this temperature range may be determined by the licensee.

76.2.2 Children must be appropriately dressed for the weather.

76.2.3 A licensee shall ensure the guidelines of the National Weather Service (currently https://www.weather.gov) are followed if an advisory regarding health or safety risks has been issued.

76.2.4 For infants, this may include riding in a stroller or carriage, but must also include opportunities for gross motor development. This may occur on a blanket or other hazard-free space.

76.3 A licensee shall provide opportunities for physical activity for each child one year and older, according to the child's ability.

76.3.1 For every four hours the child is in care between 7 AM and 7 PM, 30 or more minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity indoors or outdoors must be provided.

76.3.2 Daily active play may happen in one or more blocks of time.

76.3.3 Structured physical activities must be adapted to allow inclusion of children of all abilities.

76.4 A licensee shall ensure screen time activities, such as watching television, using a gaming device, tablet, phone, or computer, are supervised by a staff member, age-appropriate, and educational. Screen time activities require written parent or guardian permission and are limited to one hour or less per day, unless a special event occurs. Children younger than two years are prohibited from participating in screen time activities. Assistive technology is not included in screen time restrictions.

14 Del. Admin. Code § 933-VI-76.0

25 DE Reg. 1115 (6/1/2022) (Final)