LDSS-4440 - Schedule of Daily Program Activities (Child Day Care Programs)

Form LDSS-4440, issued by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), is used by licensed child day care programs to record and organize the daily schedule of activities for children under their care. The form ensures that each age group—infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children—receives developmentally appropriate activities throughout the day.

Who Uses This Form
This form is completed by child care program directors, teachers, or caregivers in registered or licensed programs. It documents how the program meets OCFS regulations for daily routines and activities.

Form Sections

1. Program Information – Includes the program name and facility ID number.

2. Infant Care Schedule – Lists required daily routines for infants, such as feeding, sleep, playtime, and hygiene.

3. Daily Activity Schedule for Other Age Groups – Provides a time-based outline of daily activities (e.g., meals, rest, indoor and outdoor play, large motor activities, and hygiene).

Key Requirements
Each schedule must:

• Reflect a balance between structured and free-choice activities.

• Include indoor and outdoor play opportunities.

• Provide time for meals/snacks, rest, and large muscle movement.

• Be consistent with the developmental needs of each age group.

Example Use
A licensed child care center uses this form to show OCFS inspectors how their daily routine meets state guidelines—for example, scheduling outdoor play after snack time or including both quiet reading and active movement sessions.

Tips for Completion

• Fill out one form per classroom or age group.

• Use clear, concise activity descriptions (e.g., “Outdoor play,” “Circle time,” “Snack”).

• Update the schedule as routines change.

• Keep copies available for inspection or parent reference.

Related Forms

• LDSS-4439 — Daily Attendance Record

• LDSS-4441 — Staff/Child Ratio Log