ASSESSMENT TOOL FOR THE GRANTING OF RECOGNITION TO

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS/LEARNING CENTERS

OFFERING EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS
FOR THE 0 to 4 YEARS OLD FILIPINO CHILDREN

A. General Information

Status of Application Source of Funds

 New application  NGA

 Re-application  GOCC
 Renewal LGU

NGO

PO
 Private Individual
 Others

Name of Child Development Center/
Learning Center: _____________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________

Date Established: _________________

Name of Child Development Teacher/ Worker: ______________________________

Age: ________

Name of C/MSWDO/ECCD Focal Person

Supervising the Program: ______________________________________________
Telephone/Mobile/Fax Number/s: ____________________________________
E-mail Address: _______________________________________

Registration & License No.: _______________________________________

B. Overview of the Assessment Tool

This Assessment Tool is based on the Standards and Guidelines for the Center-Based Early
Childhood Programs for 0 to 4 Years Old Filipino Children. It is intended to be used for the Granting of
Recognition to Public and Private Child Development Centers/Learning Centers. The Tool contains
Standards, Guidelines and Indicators. Standards are written general statements of actions, behaviors,
characteristics and conditions agreed by stakeholders against which others are judged or measured while
Guidelines are statements that determine courses of action which aim to streamline particular processes
according to sound practices. The Indicators and sub-indicators are specific statements of actions,
behaviors, characteristics and conditions agreed to by the stakeholders, the presence of which tells
whether a standard has been fulfilled.

It has the following areas with the number of indicators and sub-indicators and the maximum
points that a public or private CDC/LC will get after the evaluation.

AREAS NO. OF MAXIMUM

INDICATORS POINTS FOR
 AND SUB- PUBLIC AND
INDICATORS PRIVATE
CDCs/LCs

I. Health, Nutrition, and Safety 66 66

II. Physical Environment and Safety 34 34

III. Interactions and Relationships Between Staff 15 15

and Children, Among Children and Other
Adults

IV. Staff Qualifications, Staff Development and 35 35

Continuing Education

V. Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment 29 29

VI. Family Involvement and Community 10 10

Linkages

VII. Leadership, Program Management and 21 21

Support

TOTAL 210 210

C. How to Rate the Indicators

1. The Methods for Gathering Information for each Indicator as bases for rating are:
i. Observation (O),
ii. Interview (I) of the Center staff and partners/stakeholders, and
iii. Document Review (DR) of the Center’s file of the Child’s Personal Data, Physical Health
Inventory, Child’s Nutritional Status, Center’s Policies, Curriculum Guides, Teaching-
Learning Activities, Classroom Program/Routines, etc.
2. The Evidences to be Gathered by the Evaluator(s) are cited in each Indicator to ensure that the
score given is valid and reliable.
3. The Rating for each Indicator shall be the Maximum Point of 1 or 0 for non-compliance of the
Indicator.
4. Under Remarks, indicate the important information about the indicator that the CDC/LC needs
to comply.
5. After rating each Area, count the points and write the Total Points in the space provided for.

D. The Assessment Tool

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AREA I: HEALTH, NUTRITION, AND SAFETY

Standard: The program promotes health, nutrition, and safety of infants, toddlers and young children through
education of the Center staff and parents who are responsible for the implementation of health, nutrition and safety
practices, and the prevention and protection of children from illnesses and injuries.

A. HEALTH AND NUTRITION SERVICES for infants, toddlers and young children are made available in
coordination with the Barangay Health Center/Rural Health Unit Physician, Midwife, Dentist and the Barangay
Health Worker/Barangay Nutrition Scholar or by a private licensed physician/nurse and dentist. The CDC/LC
ensures that each child has access to a thorough health and nutritional status assessment using age-appropriate
screening of the developmental milestones to include but not limited to vision, hearing, and oral health needs.

1. A written health record is maintained for each 1 DR, I -ECCD Card/Baby Book/Child’s
child as part of the child’s individual record Health Record
and shall be known and considered by the staff -Interview Notes on Child’s
in the Center’s activities. Health Record

2. There is a record on the results of a health and 1 DR EDDC Card/Child Growth

nutritional status assessment by a System (CGS) Form/
physician/health worker. Children’s
Nutritional Status
3. There is a record of immunization. 1 DR Immunization Record

4. There is a pertinent health history such as 1 DR ECCD Card/Baby Book/Health

allergies or chronic conditions of children. Record
5. There is a log of medications, injury reports, 1 DR -ECCD Card
and health observations of a health -Child’s Health Record
professional. -School Records of
Injury/Medication
6. There is a record on physician’s written orders 1 DR - Child’s Health Card
or prescriptions. - CDC/LC file of physician’s
order & prescriptions
7. Infants and young children are referred by the 1 DR -CDC/LC Records of Referral
CDC/LC staff to an accessible Local -Immunization Record
Government Unit (LGU) health facility or
private health clinic for the provisions of :
- Vaccines under the Expanded Program on
Immunization (EPI) as mandated by the
Department of Health (DOH) ,
8. - Information and support on exclusive 1 I, DR -Interview Notes with parents
breastfeeding, complementary feeding with as respondents
continued breastfeeding and proper -ECCD Card/Baby Book
nutrition,
9. - Micronutrient supplementation (Vitamin A, 1 I, DR -Interview Notes with parents
Micronutrient Powder and Iron), as respondents
-ECCD Card/Baby Book
10. - Deworming, 1 I, DR -Interview Notes with parents
as respondents
-ECCD Card/Baby Book
11. - Oral health care, and 1 I, DR -Interview Notes with parents
as respondents
-Dental Records/ECCD Card
12. - Growth monitoring and promotion 1 DR Child Growth System Form
(measurement of weight, height / length).
13. The Center has a plan for the care of a sick 1 DR CDC/LC Policies
child.
14. The Center has a written protocol for the care 1 DR CDC/LC Policies
of mildly ill children to meet individual needs
for food, drink, rest, and comfort.
15. Sick children manifesting with fever and rash 1 DR, I -CDC/LC Policy
shall be isolated from the rest of the learners, -Interview Notes with parents
and immediately be sent home. as respondents
16. The Center staff may refer the sick child to 1 DR Referral Form
the nearest health facility for further
assessment and urgent care, if needed, while
waiting to be fetched by his/her parent.

17. The Center has exclusion policies for serious 1 DR, I -CDC/LC Policy
illnesses, contagious diseases like colds, -Interview Notes with parents
cough, flu, mumps, measles, etc. in as respondents
conformance with regulations and
recommendations of the Dept. of Health.
18. The Center Staff who becomes ill with 1 I, DR -Interview Notes with parents Medical
contagious diseases are excused from as respondents certifica
contact with children as quickly as possible. -CDC/LC Policy te

19. The parents must present a medical 1 DR CDC/LC Records/

certificate/ clearance from a public/private Medical Certificates on File
physician upon return of the child to the
CDC/LC.
20. The Center has a written protocol for the 1 DR CDC/LC Policy
care of malnourished children including
those with special needs (underweight,
stunted and wasted) until such time that the
children may be able to recover or get back
to a normal status.
21. Parents are also to be provided with -Interview Notes with parents
1 I, DR
appropriate information and education on as respondents
how to best contribute in addressing cases of -Attendance Sheet of
underweight, stunting, and wasting. Training/Orientation on
Nutrition, Parent Effectiveness
Services, Family Development
Sessions
B. The Center provides FOOD, NUTRITION AND DIETARY SERVICES that promote proper NUTRITION
and HEALTHY EATING HABITS of young children that conform with the Updated Nutritional Guidelines for
Filipinos.

22. The Center informs parents of the nutritious 1 DR - CDC/LC Record

foods that will be served to their young children. - Poster of Pinggang Pinoy/
Ten Kumainments/Food
Pyramid
23. Written menu information for household food 1 DR Posted Menu
preparation is posted in visible areas, kept on
file and is provided to parents
24. Food and beverages are stored, prepared and 1 O Observation Notes/Kitchen with
served in a manner that ensures that these are free Storage Area
from spoilage and safe for eating.
25. The variety of foods served to young children 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Foods
enhance healthy eating habits and behavior and Served
broadens the child’s food experiences. -Daily Menu File
26. Food service in the Center meets individual 1 O, DR -Observations Notes/Foods
needs and the nutritional requirements of the Served
children. -Daily Menu File
27. Foods that are high in fat, sugar and salt (junk 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Foods
foods) should not be served to reduce future Served
lifestyle-related problems in adulthood e.g. -Daily Menu File
hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes,
obesity and dental carries.

28. Staff members are informed by parents in DR -CDC/LC Records of Parents’

writing of any special dietary and feeding needs, 1 Communications
food allergies, and vitamin supplements and are -Intake Sheet/Records
fed in accordance with parental or physician
orders.
29. No young child is denied a meal/snack for any 1 DR Daily Feeding Attendance
reason other than a written medical direction

30. Foods are served in a relaxed social 1 O, I -Observation Notes/Children’s

atmosphere that models proper eating habits. Meals
-Interview Notes with Parents
as Respondents
31. Sufficient time is allowed for each child to eat. 1 O, I -Observation Notes/Children’s
Meals
-Interview Notes with Parents
as Respondents
32. Young children are encouraged to consume 1 O, I -Observation Notes/Children’s
food according to their individual capacity; Meals
unfinished food should be brought home to -Interview Notes with Parents
reduce food as Respondents
wastage.
33. Meals and snack times are social interactions 1 I/O Interview notes/Inspection
and provide learning experiences on proper eating notes
habits to children.
34. Young children are encouraged without 1 I/O Interview notes/Inspection
coercing or negative consequences to eat a well- notes
balanced diet and food is not used as a reward or
punishment.
35. Opportunities are provided for children to be 1 I/O/ -Curriculum-Special Activity
involved in activities related to the preparation and DR -Picture(s) of the activity
serving of meals and staff and these children are
encouraged to eat together.
C. The Center ensures Food and Water Safety, and Hygiene.

36. The Center promotes and implements proper 1 I/O Interview notes/ Presence of
hand washing practices for children and staff clean washing facilities, soap
and hand washing messages are properly and water/Observation notes
displayed in dining and toilet facilities.
37. A source of clean and sanitary drinking water 1 O/DR Receipts from the water
is available to young children and if public or station/Record of Inspection
private well is used, the Center provides
evidence that the water source has been
inspected and approved by the authorized
agency.
38. Foods are properly prepared in a clean facility, 1 I/ Sanitary permit/
stored in clean covered containers and served DR/O Interview notes /Presence of
safely and if transported, these should be in clean covered
appropriate sanitary containers. containers/Observation notes
during inspection
39. Non-disposable dishes, bottles, drinking and 1 I/O Pictures
eating utensils are thoroughly washed and Note from the house keeping
sanitized before use. staff
40. All unfinished food products are disposed of 1 O Photograph evidence
properly.
41. All garbage containers used are emptied and 1 O/I -Photographs
cleaned daily and are maintained in sanitary -Interview note
condition.
D. SUPPLEMENTAL FEEDING PROGRAM in Child Development Centers is made available to young
children.
42. The supplementary feeding program is done in 1 DR, I -CDC Record of Assistance
coordination with the LGU/parents. from LGU
-Interview Notes with
stakeholders
as respondents
43. Meals prepared for supplemental feeding 1 DR, I -CDC/LC Menu Plan
should be well-planned and nutritionally -Interview Notes with
balanced. stakeholders as respondents
44. The Center coordinates with the LGU/parents 1 DR, I -Minutes of Meeting between
in promoting the use of locally manufactured CDC and LGU
and indigenous food available in the -Photographs
community. -List of local manufactures or
indigenous foods
45. Children on supplemental feeding are provided 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/during
with experiences that promote proper nutrition feeding
and healthy eating habits. - Photographs
-Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
Learning Activities
46. Children are supervised during supplementary 1 O, I -Observation Notes/during
feeding by the Center staff with active feeding
participation of parents. -Photographs
-Interview Notes with
stakeholders as respondents
47. Community leaders and LGU nutrition 1 DR -CDC Official documents on
councils/committees participate in the Nutrition Council/
preparation and conduct of supplemental Committees
feeding programs, and in monitoring and -List of activities undertaken
evaluation of nutritional status of children.

E. The Center implements a CLEAN AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT and INJURY PREVENTION program
among young children and staff.

48. The Center and its surrounding area maintain a 1 O Observation Notes/ Signage,
smoke-free environment. no cigarette butts
49. Disaster management to include but not 1 I -Interview notes with
limited to fire and/or earthquake drills for stakeholders as respondents
young children are provided at least twice a -Notes/Proceedings of the drill
 year.
50. The Center implements environmental 1 I, O -Interview Notes of
sanitation and hygiene. stakeholders as respondents
-Observation Notes
/Surroundings
51. The Center is cleaned and maintained 1 I Interview Notes of stakeholders
according to schedule. as respondents
53. Trash is stored in segregated (i.e. 1 O, I -Observation Notes/ Presence
biodegradable and non-biodegradable) and of appropriate containers
covered disposal containers, which are -Interview Notes with
emptied daily. stakeholders as respondents
54. All cleaning supplies are stored in a secure 1 O, I -Observation Notes as seen
place out of reach of children. during the visit
-Interview Notes with
stakeholders as respondents
55. Major housekeeping and repair activities are 1 I Interview Notes with
conducted when children are not around. stakeholders as respondents
56. The Center has a procedure for reporting 1 I, DR -Interview Notes with
injuries, accidents or problems that may occur stakeholders as respondents
that require rapid response on the part of the -CDC/LC Policy/Record for
staff. reporting injuries, accidents
57. Individual medical problems and injuries that 1 DR CDC/LC Log book of Child’s
require medical attention other than minor first Medical Problems/Injuries
aid are recorded and reported to the parents
immediately.
58. At least one telephone or cell phone is made 1 I -Interview Notes with
available on the school premises for this stakeholders on the presence
purpose. of phone
59. Injury log that includes name of child; date, 1 DR CDC/LC Log book of injuries
time and location of accident; description of that happened
injury and how it occurred; treatment given
and the name of the person who gave the
treatment, and names of witnesses.
60. The staff administer the basic first aid 1 I, DR -Interview Notes of
treatment in cases of slight injuries/bruises. stakeholders on the presence
of first aid kit
-CDC/LC Log book of first aid
treatments
61. A first aid kit is available at all times in the 1 O, I -Observation Notes on the
Center and is replenished as often as presence of first aid kit
necessary. -Interview Notes with
stakeholders on the presence
of first aid kit
62. There are procedures for injury prevention and 1 I, DR -Interview Notes with parents
management of medical emergencies during as respondents
field trips. The Center ensures that a first aid -CDC/LC Policies
kit and list of emergency numbers for the
children are available on any field trip.
F. The Center implements CHILD PROTECTION PROGRAM.

63. Child protection is ensured at all times in the 1 DR, I -CDC/LC Policy
Center. -Interview Notes with
stakeholders as respondents
64. The Center facilitates the conduct of child- 1 DR CDC/LC Records on Seminars
protection seminars related to child abuse and on Child Abuse and Neglect
neglect participated by the parents and
authorized guardians/caregivers. Written
procedures are available for protecting
children against abuse and neglect.
65. Staff receive training regarding policies, 1 DR CDC/LC Records of Training
procedures, and legal and professional for Staff/ Certificates earned
responsibilities about reporting suspected child from training
abuse/neglect.
66. The Center cooperates in investigation of child 1 DR CDC/LC Written
abuse/neglect, including identifying parents of Report/Interview Report
currently or previously enrolled in the Center,
disclosure of information to any authorized
person for the investigation of the allegation
and protection of children, if applicable.

TOTAL POINTS

AREA II: PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETY

Standard: The Child Development Center/Learning Center has outdoor play area and a classroom environment that
are safe and accessible to young children, including those with special needs with appropriate and sufficient facilities,
equipment and learning materials. Its classroom floor area is conducive to play experiences, exploration, and learning
with separate areas that are regularly used for other purposes.

The public CDC is located in a government property and its maintenance and supervision is ensured by the Local
Government Unit.

The private CDC/ LC is registered at the Securities and Exchange Commission and has a business permit from the
Mayor’s Office and is maintained and supervised by its Administration.

A. The OUTDOOR PLAY AREA is safely maintained and encourages play and learning.

1. The Center maintains or has access to an 1 O Observation Notes on access

outdoor play area, accessible to young children to outdoor play and equipment
including those with special needs. Adequate
space is provided with play equipment and
sufficient quantity and variety appropriate to
the needs and ages of the young children.
2. The play area is fenced by a non-climbable 1 O Observation
barrier or contained by natural barriers. Notes on the kind of fence

3. The area is free from hazards including but not 1 O Observation Notes on hazards
limited to busy street, poisonous plants, water
hazards, debris, broken glass and dangerous
machinery or tools.

4. There are equipment available that encourage 1 O Observation

active physical play and quiet play activities. Notes on available equipment

5. All play equipment are constructed and 1 O Observation

installed in such a manner as to be safe for use Notes on safety of play
by children. equipment
6. Play area and equipment are inspected and 1 DR, I -Center’s Regular Maintenance
regularly maintained in good condition and in Record
good repair. -Interview Notes with
stakeholders as respondents
7. Play area is clearly visible to staff members at 1 O Observation Notes
all times. There is a shaded area or protection
from direct sunlight in the outdoor play area
and pathways are clear for emergency
evacuation and accessible to individuals.
8. Staff check children’s clothing to be sure it is 1 O, I -Observation
appropriate for playground safety. Notes/Classroom Activities
-Interview Notes with parents
as respondents
B. The CENTER ENVIRONMENT is safely maintained and encourages play and learning.

9. The classroom environment is safe, clean and 1 O, DR - Observation Notes on safety

maintained free from pests. and cleanliness
-Certificate of Pest
Control/Pictures
10. There is an adequate space for classroom 1 O Observation
activities exclusive of lockers, bathrooms, Notes on adequate space
closets and areas regularly used for other
purposes.
11. All areas are well lighted and ventilated. 1 O Observation Notes

12. Bulletin boards have the updated content that 1 O Observation Notes
match with the calendar of activities and other
important announcements.
13. Floors are clean, unslippery, smooth, and free 1 O Observation Notes
from other safety hazards.
14. Windows and doors are constructed to prevent 1 O Observation Notes
injury to children.
17. Door for entry and exit can be opened inward 1 O Observation Notes
and outward but not swinging.
16. Ceiling and walls are maintained in good 1 O, I -Observation Notes
repair and walls are free from led paints. -Interview Notes with
stakeholders as respondents
17. All hazardous materials and substances are 1 O Observation Notes
kept out of reach of children.
18. The classroom has a well-stocked First Aid Kit 1 O Observation Notes
to respond effectively to common injuries.

19. All containers are labelled with contents 1 O Observation Notes

especially when not in their original containers
in order to facilitate the identification of
substances.
20. All classroom electrical cords and unused 1 O Observation Notes
electrical outlets are covered for children’s
safety.
21. Equipment or materials for fire prevention and 1 O Observation Notes
management (e.g. fire extinguishers, bags of
sand, covered pails of water) are available.
22. Flammable materials, if there are any, are 1 O, I -Observation Notes
stored separately from the Center. -Interview Notes with
stakeholders as respondents
C. There is a defined CLASSROOM ARRANGEMENT that offers appropriate play and storage areas.

23. Indoor play areas are defined clearly by spatial 1 O Observation Notes
arrangement.
24. Space is subdivided into areas so that young 1 O Observation Notes
children can play individually, together and in
small groups and in a large group, and to
accommodate the variety of activities
contained in the curriculum.
25. Manipulative learning materials for play area 1 O Observation Notes
are accessible to children.
D. There is a variety of CONTENTS (Facilities, Equipment and Instructional Materials) that are safely
maintained.

26. The Center uses materials/toys that are 1 O, I -Observation Notes

appropriate to children’s age and stage of -Interview Notes with parents
development and that reflect a wide variety of as respondents
family backgrounds.
27. The Center provides an adequate variety of 1 O Observation Notes
play/ manipulative learning
materials/educational toys, furniture and
equipment for the size of the group,
categorized as follows:
- Furniture, Fixtures & Other Accessories
that are expected to make the learning
space comfortable and attractive to
children while assuring their safety and
protection.
28. - Age-appropriate Story Books, Posters and 1 O, I -Observation Notes
Audio-Video Materials that promote on use of story books, posters
independent learning. and AV materials
-Interview Notes with parents
as respondents
29. - Musical Instruments to introduce young 1 O, I -Observation Notes
children to sounds and encourage them to on use of musical instruments
sing, hum or whistle to themselves; to see -Interview Notes with parents
patterns in music and nature, to be sensitive as respondents
to environmental sounds as well as to
human voice.

30. - Arts and Crafts to stimulate children’s 1 O, I, -Observation Notes

curiosity towards the development of their DR on activities for arts and crafts
own artistic and creative ability. -Interview Notes with parents
as respondents
-Children’s Outputs on Arts &
Crafts
31. - Hygiene, Toilet and Hand washing facilities 1 O, I -Observation Notes
for teaching and learning proper hygiene and on hygiene, toilet and hand
cleanliness so children could experience the washing facilities
development of health habits through -Interview Notes with parents
demonstration. as respondents
- Access to safe clean water for drinking, hand
washing and tooth brushing inside or within
the Center.
- Availability of water for flushing of toilet
and general use inside or within the premises
of the Center.
- Group hand washing facilities that can
accommodate at least five (5) children at a
time with proper roofing and safe access if
outside the Center.
- Proper drainage for waste water.
32. The contents are of sufficient quantity for the 1 O, I -Observation Notes on
number of children enrolled at any time, and contents
are arranged to promote independent use. -Interview Notes with parents
as respondents
33. The contents that require teachers’ 1 O Observation notes on proper
supervision are stored out of children’s reach. labelling of the contents
34. All furniture and fixtures, equipment and 1 O Observation Notes on furniture,
learning materials are clean and safe and in fixtures and equipment
 workable condition and are not hazardous to
young children.

TOTAL POINTS

AREA III: INTERACTIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN STAFF AND CHILDREN, AMONG
YOUNG CHILDREN AND OTHER ADULTS

Standard: The Child Development Center (CDC)/Learning Center (LC) contributes positive interactions and
relationships among children and other adults to develop each child’s potential, and a sense of individual value and
belonging as part of the community and to become a responsible community member.
A. There are opportunities for PEER INTERACTIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS.

1. Young children are given opportunities to 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Classroom

choose and interact with a variety of materials Activities
and activities in which they can play -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
independently or with other peers, with or Learning Activities
without the supervision of the teacher/Child
Development Specialist or other staff members.
2. Children are comfortable, relaxed, and happy 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/ Classroom
while busily involved in playing with peers, Activities
with the materials and/or engaged in other -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
activities and self-help tasks. Learning Activities
B. There are POSITIVE STAFF and CHILD INTERACTIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS.

3. The staff greet young children and parents 1 O Observation Notes/

warmly in a friendly, courteous manner. Communication Exchanges
4. The staff assist and encourage cooperation and 1 O Observation Notes
responsible behaviors among children.

5. The staff encourage children to delve into 1 O Observation Notes/Classroom

activities, share experiences, ideas and feelings Activities
and assist them in dealing with their emotions
such as anger, sadness and frustration, by
comforting and helping them to solve their
problems.
6. The staff meaningfully interact and talk with 1 O Observation Notes/Classroom
young children using their mother tongue, and Activities
are responsive to their individual and special
needs, temperaments, learning styles, and
interests.

C. STAFF interact FAIRLY AND EQUITABLY with young Children and Adults.

7. The staff treat children and adults with equal 1 O Observation Notes/Classroom
respect, regardless of gender, race, age, Activities
language, religion, culture and family
background.

8. The staff provide all children including those 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Classroom

with special needs with equal opportunities to Activities
take part in their activities to be able to -Curriculum
interact according to their capabilities. Guide/Teaching-
 Learning Activities

D. STAFF nurture children’s INDEPENDENCE AND COMPETENCE.

9. The staff provide opportunities for children to 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Classroom
develop self-help, problem-solving, and Activities
decision-making skills such as dressing and -Curriculum
undressing, personal hygiene, and using eating Guides/Teaching-
utensils appropriately with adjustment for Learning Activities
children with special needs, fine and motor
skills, cognitive, aesthetic arts and language
development.
10. They provide developmentally appropriate 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Classroom
materials and equipment arranged in a Activities
manner that are visible and readily accessible -Curriculum
to children so that children including those Guides/Teaching-
with special needs may select, remove and Learning Activities
replace the materials independently or with
minimum assistance.
E. Children’s BEHAVIOR is managed in a positive manner.

11. The program has written statements defining 1 DR Policy Documents

the rules, policies, and procedures for the
behavior management of 3 to 4 year old
children directed to the goal of maximizing
their growth and development, and protecting
the group and individuals within it.
12. The rules and procedures are posted in a 1 DR -Policy Documents Center
noticeable place and provided to and discussed -Minutes of PTA/ PTCA and
with parents during Parents Teachers Meetings Home
Association/Parents Teachers and Community agreeme
meetings. nt
13. The program uses positive behavior 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Classroom
management techniques such as setting Activities
reasonable and positive expectations, offering -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
choices and providing children an Learning Activities
opportunity to verbalize their feelings, which
encourage children to develop self-control
through understanding.
14. The program is designed to promote positive 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Classroom
behaviour techniques (i.e. modelling, Activities
redirection, positive reinforcement, and -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
encouragement) that are discussed and Learning Activities
practiced consistently among staff in a
reasonable and appropriate manner.
15. Self-discipline is encouraged in children and 1 O, DR -Observation Notes
the parents follow the Center’s arrangement, -Posted Classroom Daily
daily scheduling and allowing children, to Schedule
resolve their own conflicts as appropriate. -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
Learning Activities
TOTAL POINTS

AREA IV. STAFF QUALIFICATIONS, STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

Standard: The program employs and support teaching and non-teaching staff who possess the required education
qualifications and essential knowledge and imbued with desirable values. The management provides the continuing
professional development to promote young children’s learning and development and to support family’s diverse
 needs.

A. There are common REQUIREMENTS for CHILD DEVELOPMENT TEACHERS (CDTs)/ WORKERS
(CDWs), TEACHER AIDES and ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF.
1. The program ensures that qualified staff
are hired for any position available in the
Center.
- The Child Development Teacher has:
a) a Bachelor’s Degree in Childhood 1 DR -Transcript of Records
Education or Elementary Education
preferably with Specialization on
Early Childhood/ or any degree
related to Education like Bachelor’s
degree in Psychology, Child Study,
Family Life and Child Development,
among others;
b) attended basic trainings or seminars 1 DR -Certificates Issued
related to Early Childhood Care and
Development (ECCD) or Early
Childhood Education (ECE)
c) skills on community mobilization
and effective oral communication, 1 DR, O -Personal Data Sheet/Resume
and preferably one who is computer -Observation Notes on oral
literate; communication

d) experienced working with children;

1 DR -Personal Data Sheet/Resume
e) demonstrated love for children; and -Interview Notes with stakeholders
1 I as recipients
f) a Barangay Certificate/NBI
Clearance with three (3) Character
References. 1 DR -Barangay Certificate/NBI
Clearance with Character
References

Child D 2. - The Child Development Worker has:

a) a Bachelor’s Degree in any field; 1 DR -Transcript of Records

b) completed basic trainings or

seminars related to Early Childhood 1 DR -Certificates Issued
Care and Development or Early
Childhood Education;
c) skills on community mobilization
1 DR, O -Personal Data Sheet/Resume
and effective oral communication;
-Observation Notes on oral
communication
d) experienced working with children;
1 DR, O -Personal Data Sheet/Resume

trated e) demonstrated love for children; and

1 O, I -Interview Notes with stakeholders
as recipients
f) a Barangay Certificate/NBI
Clearance with three (3) Character -Barangay Certificate/NBI
References. 1 DR Clearance with Character
References
hild 3. - The Teacher Aide has:
a) at least completed the Secondary 1 DR -High School Diploma
level;

b) attended orientations related to 1 DR -Certificates Issued

health, nutrition, early education,
social services and other related
1 DR
topics;
c) experienced working with children;
1 I -Personal Data Sheet/Resume
-Interview Notes with stakeholders
d) demonstrated love for children; and 1 DR as recipients

-Barangay Certificate/NBI
angay e) Barangay Certificate/NBI Clearance Clearance with 3 Character
with three (3) Character References. References

4. - The Center Focal Person/Administrator/

Director/Principal has:
a) a minimum one year classroom 1 DR
experience or relevant experience; -Certificate Issued by the employer

b) Bachelor’s degree with units in the

Master’s program on administration/ 1 DR -Certificate Issued by the
Institution
management and supervision; and
1 O -Observation Notes on
c) computer literacy skills. computer skills
5 - Other Administrative staff in private 1 DR -Transcript of Record/Certificate
CDC/LC meet required educational issued by the Institution
qualification of their position.
6. The other important requirements for the
staff are:
- They should preferably be between 18- 1 DR -Birth Certificate
45 years of age and/or has the
necessary/ required physical stamina to
attend to early learners;
- Have good physical and stable 1 DR -Medical Certificate
emotional condition; and
- Have good moral character. 1 DR -Certification from the Barangay
Captain/City/Municipal Mayor
7. The program is in compliance with the
requirements for volunteers and student
interns.
- Volunteers and student interns are 1 DR -Letter from the Institution
chosen for their ability to meet the -Center Policy on
needs of the young children in care and Volunteers/Student Interns
are provided with appropriate
orientation, training, and supervision.

8. - The program has a written description 1 DR Center Record/File of arrangement

of any arrangement with the specific with Institution
responsibilities of the volunteers, and
with a school or college in the case of
student interns.
B. Staff development provides opportunities for PROFESSIONAL GROWTH and CONTINUING
EDUCATION.
9. The Child Development Teachers/Workers are 1 DR -Certificate Issued
given orientation on the operations and -Manual/ Handbook/
guidelines of the CDC/LC. Brochure on Operations and
Guidelines
10. There is regular and continuous training 1 DR - Professional/Staff
program based on training needs assessment Development Program/List of
that provides CDTs/CDWs opportunities to Trainings to be Conducted
enhance their skills and strengthen their values -Report on Trainings Conducted
that include but not limited to: working with - Certificates of
children and families with diverse and special Trainings received by the staff
needs; conducting assessment and appropriate
intervention for children’s progress;
mentorship of parents on care and education of
young children; and current trends and
strategies on early childhood education.
11. Management provide opportunities to 1 DR -Copy of Enrolment/
CDTs/CDWs professional and personal Registration Forms of staff in
growth in a variety of modes (e.g. enrolment Institutions
in colleges, online training, special courses, -Transcript of Records
etc.) and through mentoring, classroom -List of Trainings/
observations, and visits to Early Childhood Seminars/Work-shops
Education programs, and attendance at Attended
- Certificates of
conferences, workshops, among others and
Trainings received by the staff
documentation on these are kept on file.
12. Child Development Teachers/Workers have 1 DR -Copy of Enrolment/
initiatives to pursue further studies to improve Registration Forms of staff in
their own skills in providing quality education Institutions
for children under their care. -Transcript of Records
C. There is a SYSTEM OF PERSONNEL APPRAISAL and PROVISION OF INCENTIVES for excellent performance.

13. There is a regular performance appraisal

conducted by the supervisor that follows a
standard procedure:
- Planning with the staff for the 1 DR Center’s file on
implementation of the curriculum; meetings/conferences with staff
on curriculum implementation
14. - Quarterly meetings or observations of actual 1 DR Center’s Monthly Meeting
instruction to follow up program Reports on program
implementation and provide technical implementation
assistance; and
15. - Feedback for improvement of staff 1 DR/I Supervisor’s
performance. Report/Performance Appraisal
Report of Staff
16. There is a rewards mechanism to encourage 1 DR -Center Policy
innovation and excellent performance. -Files of Certificates of
Appreciation/ Awards Given
17. There are opportunities for advancement in 1 I -Center Policy
position and compensation. -Employee Manual on
Promotion

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AREA V. CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION AND ASSESSMENT

Standard: The Center implements a curriculum that is anchored on the National Early Learning Framework (NELF),
and is consistent with the Early Learning Development Standards (ELDS) validated for Filipino children. The
curriculum manifests developmentally appropriate practices which have a component of systematic assessment that
provides information on children’s development and learning that is used to plan for and modify the instructional
program.
A. Curriculum is carefully PLANNED to appropriately respond to the DEVELOPMENTAL NEEDS of every
young child in the Center.
1. The curriculum is based on information 1 DR -Assessment Records
derived from a variety of sources about -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
children in the three (3) and four (4) years age Learning Activities
group in the six domains: physical health, -Samples of children’s work
well-being and motor development, social-
emotional development, character and values
development, cognitive and intellectual
development, language development, and
creative and aesthetic development.
2. Curriculum goals, objectives and activities are 1 DR, O -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
based on individual needs and interests of the Learning Activities
young children, allowing for a range of -Teacher-made/prepared
activities that provide them early stimulations materials that support
for active involvement in the learning process curriculum activities (e.g.
through play, concrete experiences and experience charts, growth
exploration of the environment whether in charts, calendar)
individual, small group, or whole group -Observation Notes/Samples of
settings. children’s work
3. The staff discuss the curriculum plan for 1 DR Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
individual children’s needs offering choices of Learning Activities
activities with parents, and written plans show
teacher-initiated and child-initiated activities
that are developmentally appropriate in
individual, small group, and whole group
settings.
4. Group time and activity center plans indicate 1 DR -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
adaptations/modifications necessary for Learning Activities
facilitating young children with disabilities or -Guides for
Adaptations/Modifications/Indivi
children with special needs to meet their
dualized Education Plan (IEP)
learning goals and objectives.
B. Curriculum is PLAY-BASED and provides space for a variety of CHILD-INITIATED and ADULT-
FACILITATED learning opportunities.
5. Activity areas are provided to accommodate 1 O -Observation Notes/ Adequate
and encourage activities that are congruent space/areas in the classroom
with the curriculum, and are equipped with -Presence of materials and
manipulative and interactive materials and equipment that support
equipment that are readily accessible to curriculum activities
promote concrete and interactive learning, and
to encourage peer interactions.
6. Time and space available for both indoor and 1 O -Observation Notes/Presence
outdoor for active physical and motor of space for indoor & outdoor
activities, quiet play, and play that fosters activities
development of values such as respect, -Time schedule posted
empathy, care, cooperation, and self-esteem.
7. Activity areas are accessible and are adapted to 1 O Observation Notes/Areas are
accommodate young children with special accessible for CSNs
needs (CSNs).
C. Curriculum develops CONCEPTS and VALUES in Health and Safety, Literacy, Numeracy, Science,
Social Studies, Technology, Creative Expression and Arts Appreciation
8. The curriculum integrates concepts that promote 1 DR, O -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
healthy life among young children such as but Learning Activities
not limited to water, sanitation, hygiene and -Observation Notes/Classroom
Activities
safety.
9. Experiences are provided for language and 1 -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
DR, O
literacy development, development of Learning Activities
mathematical concepts, development of -Observation Notes/Classroom
scientific concepts, self-expression in art, Activities
music, movement and dance, and dramatic -Samples of children’s work
play - Presence of teacher-made/
prepared materials that support
curriculum activities
10. Activities are provided to help young children 1 DR, O -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
appreciate their own culture and heritage. Learning Activities
-Observation Notes/Classroom
Activities
-Samples of children’s work
- Presence of
teacher-made/prepared
materials that support
curriculum activities
D. Instruction is ADJUSTABLE based on the regular assessment of the young children. Several ASSESSMENT
METHODS are used to help determine the child’s developmental progress when planning for instruction
including those children with special needs.
11. Authentic forms of assessment are conducted 1 DR, O -Child’s Assessment Records
to all children to identify children’s progress -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
and development needs. Learning Activities
-Observation Notes/Classroom
Activities
12. Children are not assessed through paper and 1 DR, O -Child’s Assessment Records
pencil tests. Assessment methods used Narrative)
include teacher observations, information -Observation Notes/Classroom
Activities
shared by children’s families, anecdotal
records, checklists, rating scales, portfolios
that include samples of children’s work,
pictures, etc.
13 Data from assessment are also used to adapt 1 DR, O -Child’s Assessment Records
curriculum, activities, practices, routines and -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
settings to meet the needs of young children. Learning Activities
-Observation Notes/Classroom
Activities

E. There is a STRUCTURE that supports instruction of young children.

14. The daily schedule provides a balance in the 1 DR, O -Daily Classroom
conduct of the following: indoor and Program/Routine
outdoor activities for small and large muscle -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
Learning Activities
development and coordination; quiet and
-Observation
active activities; individual, small group, or Notes/Classroom
large group activities; and child Activities
initiated/staff directed activities.
15. Time or a work period is allotted to every child 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Classroom
for free play to enhance creativity and Activities
independence, and to activities that build - Daily Classroom
young children’s interests and in sustaining Program/Routine
children’s initiatives.
16. Materials such as open-ended and sensory 1 O Observation Notes/Presence of
materials (e.g. blocks, sand, water, play sensory materials
dough, manipulatives, and art materials) are
provided so that young children can select
their own activities on a free time basis at
 least one activity period for half day
programs for young children to experiment
with.
17. Teacher-directed, large groups, and/or 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/
sedentary activities are limited. Classroom Activities

-Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
Learning Activities
F. Daily ROUTINES are flexible but predictable.

18. Routines are tailored to young children’s 1 O Observation Notes/Classroom

needs and rhythm as much as possible. Activities
19. Staff adjust to changes or unexpected 1 O Observation Notes/Classroom
situations in a relaxed manner. Activities
20. Young children are not rushed to finish or 1 O Observation Notes/Classroom
stop when deeply engaged in an activity. Activities
21. Cues or creative transition techniques such as 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Classroom
developmentally appropriate songs, familiar Activities
phrases, or visual cues are regularly used to -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
Learning Activities
support smooth transitions between activities.
G. There are QUIET OR REST ACTIVITIES as extended rest period requirements.

22. Young children are allowed the amount of 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Classroom

quiet activity, rest, or sleep appropriate to Activities
individual needs, and an appropriate -Curriculum Guides
place/activity, and supervision are provided
to young children who do not sleep.
23. Quiet activities include, but not limited to 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Classroom
puzzle play, books, listening to music, Activities
relaxation, sleep, or playing with -Curriculum Guides
manipulative.

H. There are opportunities for young children to practice SELF-HELP skills.

24. Routine self-help tasks such as toileting, 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/Classroom
eating, and dressing are handled in a positive, Activities
relaxed, reassuring environment. -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
Learning Activities
25. Self-help skills are incorporated into the 1 O, DR -Observation Notes
program as opportunities for developing -Curriculum Guides/Teaching-
conversation and about children’s learning. Learning Activities
I. The program has the NUMBER OF STAFF necessary to ensure ADEQUATE GROUP SUPERVISON at all
times and to provide INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION to young children to promote physical, social, emotional
and cognitive/intellectual development.
26. The program maintains at least a minimum 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/No. of
teacher-child ratio of 1:10, however if it children present
reaches the maximum of 1:25, there is a -CDC/LC Policies
-Enrolment Document
teacher-aide/assistant/trained parent or
trained adult volunteer.
27. For program of infants and toddlers that 1 O, DR -Observation Notes/No. of staff
involve training parents to care and provide & children present
early learning, a minimum of teacher-parent -CDC/LC Policies
-Enrolment Document
ratio of 1:5 is maintained with a teacher
aide/assistant, if applicable.
28. There are at a minimum of two adults trained 1 DR, I -CDC/LC record on the names
in health care, nutrition and emergency of two adults
procedures. -Certificates of Training
-Interview Notes on roles of the
adults
29. There is a written staff schedule which is kept 1 DR Current schedule of staff
current. assignment

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AREA VI: FAMILY INVOLVEMENT AND COMMUNITY LINKAGES

Standard: The Center promotes harmonious family relationship, and builds a strong collaborative working
relationship with stakeholders towards effective delivery of programs and services.
A. The Center implements SUPPORTIVE PARTNERSHIP with parents as the PRIMARY EDUCATORS of
their young children. Staff and parents will keep each other WELL INFORMED about their child’s
development and the programs and services implemented.
1. The Center provides clear orientation on child 1 DR CDC/LC Records of Orientation
protection programs and services to the to Parents on Programs and
parents/family/guardian and on health, Services Offered
nutrition, early learning and social services.
2. Written information on delivery of programs 1 DR Copies of CDC/LC Handbook/
and services and policies of the Center are Brochure/Fold Out/Handouts
provided to the parents upon admission of their
young children to the Center. There should be
signed agreements with parents in relation to
the rules and regulations of the Center.
3. Opportunities are given to parents/authorized 1 DR CDC/LCA List of
guardians/caregivers to participate on the Parents/Authorized
following activities to enhance their Guardians/Care-givers who
knowledge and skills for the development of participated in activities
the full potential of their young children:
Parent education or Responsible Parenthood
(e.g. Parent Effectiveness Services Seminar
(PESS), Empowerment Reaffirmation of
Paternal Abilities Training (ERPAT),
reinforcing/promoting positive behavior,
alternative discipline); Family Support
Program; Curriculum review and development
of instructional materials; Children’s
assessment on their growth and development;
and Trainings on First Aid, Disaster
Preparedness, PABASA sa Nutrisyon, and
Nutrition in Emergencies.
4. Family members and guardians are given
written instructions to attend the following:
- Organization of Child Development Center CDC/LC File of
Parents’ Organization/ Committee, and 1 DR communications
*re organization of PTA/PTCA
5 - CDT/CDW, Parents and Barangay conduct 1 DR *re CIP development,
regular meetings to develop the Center’s implementation, evaluation
Improvement Plan (CIP) and its
implementation, and to evaluate the
implemented activities.
6. The Center’s program is sustainable through 1 DR CDC/LC Documents on - Intervie
the parents’ support: activities participated by w
- Ensure continuity of the significant parents/ pictures
activities being done in the Center (e.g. hand
 washing, tooth brushing, etc.).
7. - Promote parents/authorized 1 I CDC/LC List of Volunteers
guardians/caregivers to become active
volunteers of the Center and the community.
B. The Center conducts OUTREACH PROGRAM to harness COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT and
LINKAGES.
8. The Center mobilizes the community during 1 DR -CDC/LC documents on
outreach programs and other Center activities. Fieldtrips to the Community
(e.g. “Lakbay Bulilit”)
-Teaching Learning- Activities
about the community
-Pictures of the community
9. Curricular activities include educational 1 DR -CDC/LC documents on
community trips for young children’s Fieldtrips to the Community
exposure to community facilities and (e.g. “Lakbay Bulilit”)
resources to be aware of one’s culture, and -Teaching Learning- Activities
environment care, protection and about the community
conservation. -Pictures of the community
10. The Center links/networks with partners/ 1 DR CDC/LC List of Stakeholders
stakeholders to contribute, develop and
sustain programs that will among others
promote safety and protection of young
children from abuse and neglect.

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AREA VII: LEADERSHIP, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT

Standard: The program is efficiently and effectively administered and managed by a qualified local CDC/LC
Committee/Board/Office that focuses attention to the needs of the young children, their parents and staff to promote
quality integrated services in health, nutrition, early education and social services. The Program Focal
Person/Administrator/Director/Principal provides leadership and support to staff and families so young children have
high quality experiences.
A. The CDC/LC has evidence of AUTHORITY TO OPERATE.

1. The Public CDC has the evidence of the 1 DR, I -Barangay/ Municipal Council Regstrat
authority to operate programs under the Local Resolution ion
Government Unit as provided in R.A. 10410 -Deed of Donation
known as the “Early Years Act of 2013.” -Building Permit
-Interview Notes with the local
officials
The Private CDC/LC maintains documents 1 DR -SEC Registration -
that fully and completely identify its -Mayor’s Business Permit
ownership. Corporations, partnerships, or
associations identify their officers and
maintains a file that includes, where
applicable, the charter/partnership
agreement/constitution/articles of organization
and by-laws and registered in the Securities
and Exchange Commission and has a business
permit from the Local Government Unit.

B. The Public CDC has a written THREE-YEAR IMPROVEMENT PLAN and AN ANNUAL WORK AND
FINANCIAL PLAN or its EQUIVALENT for Private CDC/LC.
2. The Plan is cooperatively prepared by the 1 DR, I - Minutes of meetings - -
CDC Committee composed of the Municipal - Activity report including
Mayor as the Chairperson, the City/Municipal attendance & photos on Plan
Social Development Officer, and the Principal Development
of the nearby elementary school as Vice- -Three-Year Plan & Annual Plan
Chairpersons, the Barangay Captain, the - Interviews Notes with local
Barangay Nutrition Scholar, the Barangay officials, DCT/W, parents as
Health Worker, and the Child Development respondents
Teacher/Worker as Members. In the planning,
parent representatives are invited. For the
Private Learning Center, the Director/Principal
and the Members of the Board and parent
representatives are tasked to prepare this Plan.

3. The Plan contains the Vision, Mission, Goals 1 DR -Three-Year Plan & Annual
and Objectives, Activities, Budget Allocation, Plan
Target Date and Persons Involved.
4. A Center Report Card/Annual 1 DR, I -Report Card
Accomplishment Report is prepared by the -Interview Notes with the
Child Development Teacher/Worker in C/MSWDOs and parents as
consultation with the City/Municipal Social respondents
Development Officer and presented to the
Committee and parents at the end of the school
year. This Report is the basis for the
succeeding school year’s Annual Work and
Financial Plan.

C. The program of the CDC is ADMINISTERED and MANAGED by the CDC LOCAL
COMMITTEE/TEAM/OFFICE AND SUPERVISED by the CITY/MUNICIPAL SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
WORKER or FOCAL PERSON IN ECCD while the PRIVATE CDC/LC is ADMINISTERED and
SUPERVISED by its ADMINISTRATOR/DIRECTOR/PRINCIPAL.

5. The supervisory responsibilities may include -

but not limited to the following:
- oversee the development and maintenance -Development Plan/Action
of the Center and its early childhood 1 DR, I Plan on Center’s
curriculum and programs; Maintenance/Curriculum &
Programs
-Activity Reports of C/MSWDO
-Accomplishment Report of the
C/MSWDO
- Interview Notes with
CDT/CDW
6. - observe classroom instruction and provide 1 DR - Observation & Feed backing -
feedback to the CDTs/CDWs and other staff; Reports of C/MSWDO
- Accomplishment Reports of
the C/MSWDO

7. - provide family support and education 1 DR, I - Development Plans/Action -

relevant to early learning; Plans on Family Support
Program/Activities
- Activity /Accomplishment
Reports
- Interview Notes with local
 govt. officials, CDT/ CDW
and parents as respondents

8. - plan and issue policies needed in the 1 DR - Policies/Memos/Circulars

implementation of the curriculum and Issued
program;
9. - plan and implement staff development 1 DR, I - Professional/Staff Developm
programs; and ent Plan/Action Plans
- Activity Reports on staff
development activities
- Accomplishment Report of
the concerned staff
- Interview Notes with the
CDT/
CDW and parents as
respondents
10. - support the implementation of the standards 1 DR, I -Action Plan for
for early childhood programs. Implementation of Standards
-Orientation/
Training on Standards
-Activity Reports
-Interview Notes with local govt.
officials, CDT/ CDW and
parents as respondents
11. Records of the results of the supervisory visits 1 DR, I -Center’s File of Supervisory -
are made available to the Child Development Reports
Teacher/Worker and to the Teacher Aide and -Interview Notes with
shall serve as the bases for the performance CDT/CDW/ Teacher Aide and
evaluation of these staff. parents as respondents

D. The administration through the Child Development Teacher/Worker has CHILD RECORDS that are
MAINTAINED and KEPT CONFIDENTIAL for each child.

12. Information in the child’s records is not 1 DR, I - Center Policy

released to individuals without written consent - Record of parents’ consent
of parents. for release of child’s records
- Interview Notes with parents
as respondents
13. The child’s parent(s), upon request have 1 I Interview notes with parents
access to the child’s record. as respondents
14. A child’s parent(s) has the right to add 1 DR, I - Center’s Policy
information, comments, data, or any relevant - Interview Notes with parents
material to the child’s record or has the right as respondents
to request deletion or amendment of any
information contained in the child’s record, if
supported by a legal document.
E. The program has procedures for REFERRAL.
 15. The program has procedures for referring 1 DR, I - Center’s Policy
parents to appropriate services for the child - Center’s File of Medical
and his/her family including but not limited Check-Up/Services given to
to dental/medical check-up, vision and/or children
hearing screening, kindergarten screening, - Interview Notes with parents,
social, mental health and educational and CDT/CDW as respondents
medical services should the staff feel that
assessment for such additional services would
benefit the child.
16. The program provides follow-up to the 1 DR, I - Center’s File of follow-up of
referral with parental permission, and contacts referrals
the agency or service provider who evaluated - Interview with parents as
the child for consultation and assistance in respondents
meeting the child’s needs.

F. The program follows a process on the recruitment and hiring of the Child Development Teacher/Worker and
Teacher Aide or its equivalent for the Private CDC/LC.

17. The CDT/CDW/Teacher Aide in public CDC 1 DR, I -

is hired following the process below:
- Initial Meeting between the Local
Executive/ Mayor and the - Minutes of the Meeting
C/MSWDO/ECCD Focal Person on the
recruitment and hiring of
CDT/CDW/Teacher Aide,
- - The C/MSWDO/ECCD Focal Person
disseminates the information of accepting - Copy of vacancy
applicants for the vacant position, announcements posted
- Applicants submit required documents
(Personal Data Sheet, College Diploma,
Transcript of Records, Results of Physical - Application papers on file
Examination and Psychological Test) to
MSWDO/ECCD Coordinator,
- C/MSWDO/ECCD Focal Person evaluates
submitted documents and determines which
applicants are qualified or not,
- C/MSWDO/ECCD Focal Person submits the
list of qualified applicants to the Local - File on Evaluation of
Executive/Mayor, and Applicants
- Local Executive/Mayor appoints the - Interview Notes with local
qualified applicant. govt. officials, CDT/CDW
/staff hired as respondents
- List of Qualified Applicants
- Letter of appointment
For the Private CDC/LC, the recruitment 1 DR, I - Copy of the vacancy
and hiring are in accordance with the rules announcement
and procedures approved by its - Application papers on file
Board/Committee. - Interview with the HR,
applicants & hired staff
G. The MONTHLY SALARY of the PUBLIC CDT/CDW/TEACHER AIDE shall be shouldered by the LGU
while PRIVATE CDCs/TEACHER AIDES and its ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF shall be paid on time by the
CDC/LC Board/Committee/office that hires them.

18. The salary of the public CDT/CDW will be 1 DR, I - 201 file
based on the Salary Grade of Teacher I (SG - Contract
II) of the Department of Education but the - Pay slip
amount will depend on the monthly salary - Interview with the Budget/HR
schedule of the local government personnel Officer
 per DBM Local Budget Circular no. 99 dated
May 25, 2012.

19. The Teacher Aide in public CDC shall be paid 1 DR, I -

Board Resolution
on an honorarium basis as approved by the Contract-
Sangguniang Bayan Resolution of the Local Pay slip-
Government Unit. -
Interview with the Budget/HR
Officer
The salary of the private CDCs/teacher aides 1 DR, I - Board Resolution
and administrative staff shall be paid by the - 201 file
CDC/LC that hires them in accordance with - Contract
the approved resolution of the - Pay slip
Board/Committee. - Interview with the
HR/Budget Officer, staff
H. The program MAINTAINS A CONFIDENTIAL PERSONNEL RECORD for each staff member.

20. The confidential personnel record includes, 1 DR, I - 201 file in secured storage
but is not limited to the following: - Interview Notes with the HR
- employee’s resume, and staff as respondents
- documentation that employee has
qualifications required for the position,
- reference verification,
- medical and dental records,
- documentation of staff in-service training,
- annual evaluation,
- attendance records, and
- verification that employee has received and
understood program policies.
21. The records of personnel files are updated and 1 DR, I - 201 file
well-maintained and the management upholds - Interview Notes with the HR
confidentiality of these files. and staff as respondents

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C. How to Fill up Tables 1 and 2 and Compute the Rating for Each Area

1. The Evaluator(s) shall fill up Table 1 or Consolidated Individual Ratings Sheet. Each evaluator will write
the Total Points he/she gave in each Area. The sum for the Total Points will be indicated in the column
Consolidated Maximum Points Earned by the CDC/LC for each Area. The Consolidated Total Points shall
be divided into three (3) to get the Average Maximum Points Earned for each Area.

2. The Evaluator(s) shall fill up Table 2 or Summary Sheet for the Public/Private CDC/LC. This Sheet has
five (5) columns: Areas, Maximum Points (for Public/Private CDC/LC), 75% Level of Compliance, Average
Maximum Points Earned and Rating (Complied With or Not Complied With the Requirements). The column
on the 75% Level of Compliance indicates the Minimum Points that the CDC/LC should earn in each Area in
order to qualify for Recognition.

3. The Evaluator(s) shall fill up the column on the Average Maximum Points Earned.

4. For the column on Rating, the Evaluator(s) shall compare the Average Maximum Points Earned with the Points
indicated in the 75% Level of Compliance for each Area. If the Points are the same or exceed the 75% Level
 of Compliance, the Evaluator(s) will write Complied With Requirements. If not, the Evaluator(s) will write
Not Complied With Requirements.

5. If the CDC/LC has earned Complied With Requirements in all the seven (7) Areas, it is qualified for
Recognition.

D. How to Compute the Level of Recognition

1. The Evaluator(s) shall add the Average Maximum Points Earned in the seven (7) Areas for the Total
Average Maximum Points Earned. Then the Level of Recognition shall be computed.

2. If the Total Average Maximum Points Earned by the CDC/LC meets the 75% to 85% of the Total Maximum
Points (157-179), it is awarded Level 1 Recognition or Satisfactory Rating. This means that the Center has
demonstrated Mandatory Compliance with the Standards and Guidelines that shows effectiveness of quality
service implementation and the CDC/LC enjoys 3 years autonomy for its Level 1 Recognition.

2. If the Total Average Maximum Points Earned by the CDC meets the 86% to 95% of the Total Maximum
Points (180- 200), it is awarded Level 2 Recognition or Very Satisfactory Rating. This means that the Center
has demonstrated Optimal Compliance with the Standards and Guidelines that increases the effectiveness of
quality service implementation and the CDC/LC enjoys 4 years autonomy for its Level 2 Recognition.

4. If the Total Average Maximum Points Earned by the CDC/LC meets the 96% to 100% of the Total Maximum
Points (201-210), it is awarded Level 3 Recognition or Outstanding Rating. This means that the Center has
demonstrated the Highest Compliance with the Standards and Guidelines that makes the Center, a Center of
Excellence and the CDC/LC enjoys 5 years autonomy for its Level 3 Recognition.

TABLE 1
CONSOLIDATED INDIVIDUAL RATING SHEET

TOTAL POINTS CONSOLIDATED AVERAGE

AREAS Evaluator Evaluator MAXIMUM MAXIMUM
1 2 POINTS POINTS EARNED
EARNED
I. HEALTH, NUTRITRITION AND
SAFETY
II. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND
SAFETY
III. INTERACTION AND RELATIONSHIPS
BETWEEN STAFF AND CHILDREN,
AMONG CHILDREN AND OTHER
 ADULTS
IV. STAFF QUALIFICATIONS, STAFF
DEVELOPMENT AND CONTINUING
EDUCATION
V. CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION AND
ASSESSMENT
VI. FAMILY INVOLVEMENT AND
COMMUNITY LINKAGES
VII. LEADERSHIP, PROGRAM
MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT

TABLE 2
SUMMARY SHEET FOR PUBLIC/PRIVATE CDC/LC

AVERAGE RATING
MAXIMUM (Complied With
75% LEVEL
MAXIMUM POINTS Requirements(CWR)
AREAS OF
POINTS EARNED or Not Complied
COMPLIANCE
With Requirements
(NCWR)

I. HEALTH, NUTRITION, AND SAFETY 66 49

II. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETY 34 25
III. INTERACTIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN
STAFF AND CHILDREN, AMONG CHILDREN AND 15 11
OTHER ADULTS
IV. STAFF QUALIFICATIONS, STAFF DEVELOPMENT 35 26
 AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
V. CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
29 22
VI. FAMILY INVOLVEMENT AND COMMUNITY
10 7
LINKAGES
VII. LEADERSHIP, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND
21 16
SUPPORT
TOTAL AVERAGE MAXIMUM POINTS EARNED
(Note: Computed if all Areas Complied With the Requirements
210 156 ________
in the Rating)

Levels of Recognition: Level 1 = 157-179 Level 2 = 180 – 200 Level 3 = 201 - 210

Please check the appropriate box/space.

Recommended for Conferment of Recognition

_______ Level 1 _______ Level 2 _______ Level 3

Recommended for Deferment of Recognition

PREPARED AND SUBMITTED BY THE EVALUATOR(S):

Name Signature Date

1.

2.

3.

APPENDIX A
REGISTRATION FORM FOR THE PUBLIC/PRIVATE CDC/LC

1. Name of Child Development Center/Learning Center:

_______________________________________________________________

2. Type: Public Private

If Private, indicate type: Church-based Non-government organization/

Community-based Foundation Initiated

3. Address:__________________________________________________________________________
(No.) (Street) (Subdivision/Barangay)
 ___________________________________________________________________________
(City/Municipality) (Province) (Region)

4. Date Established: _________________

5. Early Childhood Programs Offered: Infants Toddlers

Pre-K1 Pre-K2

6. Name of Barangay Captain/Authorized Person (Public CDC):

_______________________________________________________

Name of Administrator/Director/Principal (Private CDC/LC):

______________________________________________

7. Name(s) of Child Development Teacher(s)/Worker:

______________________________________________

8. Telephone/Mobile/Fax Number/s of the Center/Contact Person: __________________________

9. E-mail Address of the Center/Contact Person: _________________________________________

SUBMITTED BY: ________________________________ Date: ___________________

Name & Signature above the Name & Designation

Barangay Captain: LGU /Authorized Person: NGA/GOCC (Public CDC)
Administrator/Director/Principal (Private CDC/LC)

NOTED:

__________________________________________ Date: _________

City/Municipal Social Welfare Development Officer/
ECCD Focal Person

APPENDIX B
INFORMATION ON THE ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF THE PUBLIC CDC

1. Name of the Child Development Center:

________________________________________________________________

2. Type: City/Municipal/Barangay initiated Office/Work Place initiated

3. Address:
__________________________________________________________________________
(No.) (Street) (Subdivision/Barangay)
_________________________________________________________________________________
(City/Municipality) (Province)
(Region)

4. Date Established: _________________

5. Early Childhood Programs Offered: Infants Toddlers

Pre-K1 Pre-K2

6. Name of City/Municipal Mayor: ______________________________________________

7. Name of the Barangay Captain/Authorized Person (NGA/GOCC):

________________________________________________
8. Telephone/Mobile/Fax Number/s of the Center/Contact Person:
_____________________________
9. E-mail Address of the Center/Contact Person: ____________________________

CHECKLIST ON THE ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF THE CENTER

ELEMENTS YES NO REMARKS

A. Center Environment

1. Does the Center have a safe and healthy learning

environment?

2. Does the Center promote a child-friendly environment?

3. Does the Center protect the children from abuse and neglect?

4. Is the Center accessible to all children in the community?

B. Clientele/Children Served
5. Does the Center have the list of names of children ages 1 to 4
years living in the community?

6. Are the parents/guardian aware of the location and the

services provided by the Center?

C. Child Development Teacher/Worker and Other Staff

7. Is there an available Child Development Teacher/Worker in

the Center?

8. Does the Barangay Nutrition Scholar provide assistance to the

Child Development Teacher/Worker?

9. Does the City/Municipal/Barangay Health Worker provide

assistance to the Child Development Teacher/Worker

10. Are there Parents’ volunteers in the Center?

EVALUATED BY:________________________________________ Date: _____________________

Name & Signature
City/Municipal Social Development Officer/
ECCD Focal Person

APPENDIX C

PROCESSING SHEET FOR PERMIT TO OPERATE FOR THE PRIVATE CDC/LC

1. Name of Child Development Center/

Learning Center:
________________________________________________________________

2. Type: Church-based Non-government organization/ Community-

based
Foundation initiated
 3. Address:
__________________________________________________________________________
(No.) (Street) (Subdivision/Barangay)

_____________________________________________________________________________
____
(City/Municipality) (Province) (Region)

4. Date Established: _________________

5. Early Childhood Programs Offered: Infants Toddlers

Pre-K1 Pre-K2

6. Name of Administrator/Director/Principal:
______________________________________________

7. Telephone/Mobile/Fax Number/s of the Center/Contact Person:

_____________________________
8. E-mail Address of the Center/Contact Person: ____________________________

CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS FOR PERMIT TO OPERATE

A. Requirements for Submission (One [1] copy each) Yes No Remarks

1. Photo copy of the SEC Registration ( with the Original Copy for
presentation only)

2. Profile of the Center that describes its location, ownership and the
goals and objectives, and the program (s) to be offered

3. Description with pictures of the lot size, indoor and outdoor area,
number of buildings/classrooms, facilities, equipment and
instructional materials available for effective instruction

4. Number of young children to be served, list of teachers, names of

 administrator/principal/director and other staff

B. Other Information Needed

1. Do the outdoor and classroom environment ensure access for

children and adults with special needs (with ramps and railings) by
compliance with the requirements of Batas Pambansa Bldg. 344
“An Act to Enhance Mobility of Disabled Persons by Requiring
Certain Buildings, Institutions, Establishments and Public Utilities to
Install Facilities and Other Devices”?

2. Does the CDC/LC meet the current state and local building codes
and safety requirements?

3. Are the windows and doors constructed to prevent injury to

children?

4. Can the door’s entry and exit be opened inward and outward but
not swinging?

5. Does the CDC/LC promote a child friendly environment?

EVALUATED BY:

______________________________________
Name & Signature of C/MSWDO/ECCD Focal Person

Date: ___________________

APPENDIX D
WORKSHEETS FOR THE GRANTING OF RECOGNITION TO PUBLIC AND PRIVATE CDC/LC

1. Observation Sheet

Date Indicator No./ Observation Notes

Area of Focus
2. Interview Sheet

Date Indicator Person(s) Responses/Interview Notes

No./ Interviewed/
Area of Respondents
Focus
3. Document Review Sheet

Date Indicator Documents Findings

No./ Reviewed
Area of
Focus
 APPENDIX E
SAMPLE OF A CERTIFICATE TO OPERATE

Logo
Letter head of the City/Mayor’s Office

This

CERTIFICATE TO OPERATE FOR THREE YEARS

 is hereby issued to

______________________________________
(Name of the registered private CDC/LC)
__________________________________
(Address)

for compliance of requirements set by the ECCD Council for Center-Based Programs

for the 0 to 4 Years Old Children.

Given this ____ day of ____, 20___ in ____________________, Philippines.