Early Childhood Classroom Quality Evaluation Form
Comprehensive assessment tool for evaluating the quality of early childhood classroom environments and teaching practices.
Classroom Name or ID
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Evaluator Full Name
*
First Name
Last Name
Evaluator Role
*
Please Select
Lead Teacher
Assistant Teacher
Administrator
External Evaluator
Other
Date of Observation
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Month
 -
Day
Year
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
Date
Age Group Observed
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Please Select
Infant (0-18 months)
Toddler (18-36 months)
Preschool (3-5 years)
Mixed Age
Observation Context
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Free Play
Structured Activity
Circle Time
Outdoor Play
Meal/Snack Time
Other
Classroom Environment Quality
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Rows
Poor
Fair
Good
Excellent
Cleanliness
1
2
3
4
Organization of Space
5
6
7
8
Lighting & Ventilation
9
10
11
12
Noise Level
13
14
15
16
Display of Children's Work
17
18
19
20
Teaching Practices
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Rows
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Always
Encourages Child Participation
21
22
23
24
25
Uses Positive Reinforcement
26
27
28
29
30
Adapts to Individual Needs
31
32
33
34
35
Promotes Language Development
36
37
38
39
40
Engages in Responsive Interactions
41
42
43
44
45
Child Engagement Level
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1
2
3
4
5
Variety and Quality of Materials
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Rows
Insufficient
Adequate
Good
Excellent
Books and Literacy Materials
46
47
48
49
Manipulatives/Toys
50
51
52
53
Art Supplies
54
55
56
57
Dramatic Play Materials
58
59
60
61
Outdoor Equipment
62
63
64
65
Safety and Health Practices
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Rows
Not Evident
Partially Evident
Mostly Evident
Fully Evident
Emergency Procedures Visible
66
67
68
69
Safe Storage of Materials
70
71
72
73
Cleanliness of Eating Areas
74
75
76
77
Supervision of Children
78
79
80
81
Handwashing Practices
82
83
84
85
Inclusion and Diversity Practices
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Rows
Not Observed
Somewhat Observed
Observed
Highly Evident
Materials Reflect Diversity
86
87
88
89
Inclusive Language Used
90
91
92
93
Activities Adapted for All Abilities
94
95
96
97
Respect for Individual Differences
98
99
100
101
Overall Comments and Recommendations
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