After-School Program Activity Planning Safety Review
School-age children thrive on engaging activities but require thoughtful safety planning. This pre-activity review ensures proposed after-school activities are age-appropriate, adequately supervised, safely equipped, and align with program quality standards before being offered to enrolled children.
- Industry: Childcare and Education
- Frequency: Weekly
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Program Director / Activity Lead
- Total Items: 30
Physical and Sports Activities
Review planned physical and sports activities.
- All sports and physical activity equipment in safe condition?
- Adequate space for planned physical activities without collision risk?
- Staff trained to supervise planned sports activities safely?
- Contact sports/activities reviewed against program policy?
- Weather contingency plan for outdoor physical activities?
Arts, Crafts, and STEM Activities
Review arts and STEM activity safety.
- All art materials non-toxic and age-appropriate?
- Sharp tools (scissors, craft knives) appropriate for age with supervision plan?
- Science experiment materials safe with no hazardous chemicals?
- Cleanup plan for any messy activities?
- Any media or music used appropriately licensed?
Technology and Digital Activities
Review planned technology activities.
- Internet content filtered for all planned online activities?
- Screen time balanced with non-digital activities?
- Apps and websites reviewed for age-appropriateness?
- Digital safety and online safety concepts incorporated?
- All technology equipment in safe working condition?
Inclusion and Accessibility
Verify activities are inclusive for all enrolled children.
- All enrolled children can participate in planned activities?
- Accommodations planned for any children with disabilities or special needs?
- Activities reflect cultural diversity of enrolled children?
- Language support available for any activities requiring verbal comprehension?
- Food-related activities checked against all children's allergy information?
Special Events and Field Trip Review
Review planned special events and excursions.
- Parent permission process planned for any special events or trips?
- Field trip site visited or researched for safety?
- Additional supervision arranged for special events?
- Licensed, insured transportation arranged for off-site events?
- Any visiting instructors or guests background checked or supervised?
Staff Preparation and Training
Verify staff are prepared to implement planned activities.
- All staff briefed on weekly activity plan and their roles?
- Any specialized training required for specific activities completed?
- All required materials procured and available?
- Backup activities prepared for unexpected changes?
- Method for evaluating activity success and child engagement planned?
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Why Use This After-School Program Activity Planning Safety Review?
This after-school program activity planning safety review helps childcare and education teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for program director / activity lead professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: weekly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the After-School Program Activity Planning Safety Review cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Physical and Sports Activities, Arts, Crafts, and STEM Activities, Technology and Digital Activities, Inclusion and Accessibility, Special Events and Field Trip Review, Staff Preparation and Training. It is designed for childcare and education operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed weekly. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this After-School Program Activity Planning Safety Review?
This checklist is designed for Program Director / Activity Lead professionals in the childcare and education industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.