VA HANDBOOK 7610 (420)
June 21, 1993
d. Preschool (Number of children
x 3.3 NSM (35 NSF))
(3 years - 5 years)
(1) Child Activity Areas and Functional Support
(a) Interest Center - the activity areas may include space for science (plants and
physical science materials), arts and crafts , exercise/gymnastic activities, obstacle
courses, etc.
(b) Toilet - one per 15 children
(c) In-room Lavatory - located outside the toilet facilities.
(d) Storage Room
(e) Storage, Cots
e. School Age (Number of children
x 3.3 NSM (35 NSF))
(6 years - 10 years)
(1) Child Activity Areas and Functional Support
(a) Interest Center - this area may include science, music, arts and crafts, quiet activities
gross motor activities, etc.
(b) Toilet - one for each sex.
(c) Storage Ro om
(d) Storage, Cots
3. Support
a. Food Service
(If the food service is to be catered, the space needs will be greatly reduced. A
convection oven, microwave oven, counter space (work area), refrigerator/freezer
and clean-up facilities are all that will be required).
(1) Up to 150 children......................................................................................................................... 0.5 NSM ( 5 NSF)
per child
(2) Over 150 children.........................................................................................................................69.7 NSM (750 NSF)
0
plus
.5 NSM ( 1.5 NSF)
per child over 150
(a) Kitchen - Food service facilities to include areas for receiving, food preparation,
distribution, and cleanup. Includes space for cart storage.
(b) Storage - An area for holding dry and cold food prior to preparation.
b. Laundry - A facility that houses commercial grade laundry equipment, laundry tub,
and secured supplies.
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