Improving the Quality of Early Childhood Education through Effective Facilities and Infrastructure Management
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https://doi.org/10.61806/al-tatawur.v2i4.85Keywords:
Early Childhood Education, Educational Quality, Facilities and Infrastructure, Learning Quality, Safe Learning EnvironmentAbstract
This study aims to describe the management of facilities and infrastructure in improving the quality of learning at TK Islam Terpadu Arrayah Sukabumi, encompassing planning, procurement, maintenance, and disposal. The research employed a qualitative approach using interviews, observations, and documentation. The results show that planning is conducted systematically and participatively; procurement is carried out based on priority needs and budget availability; maintenance is routinely performed by all school members to ensure the feasibility of facilities; and disposal is implemented according to the condition of the items and recorded in the Dapodik system. These four processes have been proven to support the creation of a safe, comfortable, and effective learning environment and contribute to the improvement of educational quality at TK Islam Terpadu Arrayah Sukabumi. Conclusion: Planned, participatory, and sustainable management of facilities and infrastructure supports high-quality learning, a safe environment, efficiency, accountability, and the overall enhancement of early childhood education quality.
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