Code of Colorado Regulations
1400 - Department of Early Childhood
1402 - Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration
8 CCR 1402-1 - CHILD CARE FACILITY LICENSING RULES AND REGULATIONS
CHILD CARE EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS
Section 8 CCR 1402-1-2.231 - INDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

Universal Citation: 1400 CO Code Regs 8 CCR 1402-1-2.231

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 17, September 10, 2024

A. Indoor Space Requirements

1. There must be open, indoor play space of at least thirty (30) square feet of floor space per child, including space for movable furniture and equipment. For space to be counted in the square footage calculation, the space must be accessible and used by children.

2. Indoor play areas must be uncluttered, safe, and allow for freedom of movement.

3. Adequate storage space must be provided for indoor and outdoor equipment and supplies.

4. Number of Children Allowed in One (1) Room

AGE OF CHILDREN

MAXIMUM NUMBER OF CHILDREN IN A ROOM

6 weeks to 18 months

10 infants

12 months to 18 months

10 infants

12 months to 36 months

20 toddlers

18 months to 24 months

20 toddlers

24 months to 36 months

28 toddlers

30 months to 36 months

28 toddlers

5. Square Footage Requirement per Child

AGE OF CHILD

SEPARATE FREE PLAY AREA

SEPARATE SLEEP AREA

COMBINED SLEEP AND PLAY AREA

6 weeks to 18 months (infants)

35 square feet

Adequate space to accommodate size of cribs and needs of infant and staff

50 square feet

12 months to 36 months (toddlers)

30 square feet

30 square feet

45 square feet

2-1/2 years to 5 years (preschool)

N/A

N/A

30 square feet

5 years and over (school-age)

N/A

N/A

30 square feet

6. In the infant program, the minimum indoor space per infant for sleep and activities is fifty (50) square feet.
a. In a combination sleep/activity rooms, the sleep area must be separated by a sturdy divider from the area used for activities, and cribs must be arranged so that all infants and cribs are easily accessible to staff members.

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