Does your list include the following items?

• private places
• soft spaces
• natural materials
• open ended materials
• recycled materials
• consideration of children's height.

Have you considered routines and transitions?

• responsive to individual needs of children
• calm and not rushed
• adults sit with the children as an integral part of routine
• a range of dispersal and settling strategies
• children are involved in all aspects to promote self-help and independence skills.

What about the layout of playroom and playground?

• clear pathways
• active/passive areas
• juxtaposition, ie what goes next to what?
• spaces for 1 child, 2 children, 3 children, 4 children
• play spaces are 1.5 times the number of children.

Ask yourself the following questions:

• How does your room sound and smell?
• Does it convey a positive image?
• How do you feel working in this environment?
• How do you think the children feel in this environment?
• Is it interesting for the children?
• Are there elements of beauty?
• Are there unique features that capture the children's interest to explore and use their imagination?
• Are there any unexpected pleasures?
• Are the play spaces uncluttered, tidy and safe?