“At RIFC we strongly believe that play-based curriculum is the very best way to meet the developmental needs of the children in our care.” refugeeandimmigrantfamilycenter.org, August 2026
“At RIFC we implement a bicultural, bilingual model that fosters the development of English, Spanish, and validate all and other languages through our dual language model.” refugeeandimmigrantfamilycenter.org, August 2026
“Following the example of the master educators from Reggio Emilia, RIFC uses an emergent curriculum model, also referred to as “child centered” curriculum, this describes a process where the teachers observe children at play, meet together to share their notes and come up with possible “next steps”, and then implement their ideas in the classroom.” refugeeandimmigrantfamilycenter.org, August 2026
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Climbing play equipment in the outdoor area was observed to be placed on playground wood chips that were less than 9 inches deep at the time of inspection.· September 14, 2023
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Licensing visit · September 14, 2023
Equipment and surfaces in outdoor early learning space
WAC 110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Serious
Climbing play equipment in the outdoor area was observed to be placed on playground wood chips that were less than 9 inches deep at the time of inspection.
Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies
WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) / 110-300-0260(5) · Serious
Disinfecting wipes were observed in areas that were accessible to children at the time of inspection. Janitorial equipment was observed in areas that were accessible to children at the time of inspection.
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