SPACE MATTERS: There is substantial research on the importance of the physical environment on children’s social, emotional and cognitive development.

SINKS AND TOILETS: Sinks and Toilets: The location of classroom sinks and children’s bathrooms has a measurable impact on infection control, children’s hygiene, and independence, as well as on teachers’ ability to be present and actively participating in classroom activities.READ MORE 

 

THERMAL COMFORT: There is considerable research on the effects of temperature on concentration and learning; when children are too hot or too cold, they can’t concentrate and may resist participating in activities.

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NATURAL PLAY SPACE MATTERS: There is growing interest in natural outdoor play spaces for children.  Some of it was started by Richard Louv’s book, , published in 2005. He coined the term “nature deficit disorder” – a phrase that resonated with parents and educators across the country.  

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Click here to read an article on Boston.com about our recent awards to College Bound Dorchester!

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"Poor Physical Space Compromises Quality"
Click here to read the article by Irene Sege that appeared in the Eye on Early Education blog on May 10, 2012.

CHECK OUT CIF'S FACILITIES INVENTORY REPORTS
The "Building an Infrastructure for Quality An Inventory of Early Childhood Education and Out-of-School Time Facilities in Massachusetts" report is the first-ever inventory of early childhood education and out-of-school time facilities in Massachusetts or anywhere in the country. CLICK HERE for the full report, the Executive Summary, the Program Facility Standards, The Facilities Inventory Project Data Report and The Facilities Inventory Project Boston Data Report.

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