* Promote supportive adult/child interactions. 

   - We establish policies that encourage continuity of care.

   - We create a climate of trust for the children.

   - We form partnerships with the children.

   - We support the children’s intentions.

* Arrange and equip an active learning environment.

   - We build order and flexibility into the physical environment.

   - We provide comfort and safety for children and adults.

   - We support children’s sensory-motor approach to learning. 

* Establish schedules and routines.

   - Arrival and departure.

   - Feeding and mealtime.

   - Bodily care.

   - Naptimes.

   - Choice time.

   - Outside time.

   - Group time.

* Encourage partnerships between the caregivers and parents.

   - We encourage open communication.

   - We make joint decisions about program issues.

   - We focus on parents’ strengths.

   - We provide a welcoming environment for families.

   - We value parent participation