Play Spaces for Physical Activity in Childcare Settings With more physical activity research being done in childcare settings comes a better understanding of infrastructure and equipment availability. In a study involving childcare directors in Kingston, Ontario, the majority reported having sufficient availability of indoor play space for infants (87%) (2011 HLHS). However, availability was more limited in toddlers (45%) and preschoolers/kindergartners (35%). Outdoor spaces for moving around and exploring was largely available for infants (93%). Outdoor spaces for large-group running games was also available to most toddlers (84%) and preschoolers/kindergartners (97%). A recent study in the US also looked at play spaces in home and centre-based daycares. Approximately a third of respondents reported there not being enough indoor space for all physical activities. 57 44 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth | 2013 Active Healthy Kids Canada