This tool is designed to guide you through the process of assessing the physical space of your early learning facility. In developing the criteria the following regulations were considered: Rhode Island Department Program Regulations for Child Care Licensure Rhode Island Department of Education Comprehensive Early Childhood Education Programs Standards for Approval of Preschool and Kindergarten
RICCELFF Fast Facts: What is a Cost Estimate? A cost estimate is a rough calculation of the total cost for a design or construction project that is typically prepared by either an architect or contractor. Cost estimates are helpful to aid in determining the feasibility of a scope of work, or to identify and itemize
RICCELFF Fast Facts: Securing a Contractor for your Project Here are some additional steps to take to find a contractor in your community: Ask other child care / early education programs for their recommendations Check with other similar businesses (adult care facilities, health facilities, schools, etc.) for recommendations on contractors they have used Talk to
RICCELFF Fast Facts: Securing an Architect for your Project You can access a list of licensed architects in the State of Rhode Island at the RI Department of Business Regulation – if they are not licensed in the State of Rhode Island you should generally not use them for your project! (Note that there may
