← Back to Home
Ages 18โ€“36 Months

Toddler Program

A lovingly prepared environment for safe exploration, language growth, coordinated movement, and early independence.

Overview

Program at a Glance

Ages:
18โ€“36 months
Hours:
Monโ€“Fri โ€ข 8:00 AM โ€“ 2:30 PM
Guide Ratio:
1:6 (Trained Toddler Guides)
Format:
Mixed-age community, individualized pacing

Philosophy

Toddlers learn through purposeful movement and imitation. Guides model grace, courtesy, and gentle respect while offering materials aligned with sensitive periods for language, order, and fine motor coordination.

Learning Areas

Core Focus Areas

  • Z
    Practical Life: Pouring, spooning, self-care, dressing frames โ€” building concentration and physical coordination.
  • Aa
    Language Development: Rich spoken vocabulary, object-to-picture matching, story time, and songs.
  • โ—
    Sensorimotor: Gross and fine motor exploration using accessible, low-shelf materials.
  • โ˜ฎ
    Grace & Peace: Gentle routines, emotional regulation support, and respect for each child's pace.
A Typical Day

Daily Rhythm

8:00 AM
Arrival & calm transition into the classroom environment.
8:15 AM
Uninterrupted morning work period with individual guide presentations.
10:00 AM
Nutritious snack and outdoor gross-motor play.
11:00 AM
Music, movement, and language stories.
11:30 AM
Lunch, hand-washing, and table grace.
12:15 PM
Rest / Nap time with quiet options for early wakers.
2:30 PM
Dismissal / Afternoon pickup.
Classroom & Materials

Environment & Materials

Child-sized sinks, toilets, and furnishings support complete physical autonomy. Low open shelves feature posting boxes, dressing frames, picture matching cards, and toddler-safe practical life items.

Outcomes & Skills

Key Developmental Outcomes

  • Emerging self-care (hand-washing, dressing, toilet learning).
  • Expanding vocabulary and expressive confidence.
  • Enhanced fine motor precision and physical stamina.
  • Gentle social interaction, turn-taking, and cooperation.
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What should my child bring daily?
A labeled water bottle, lunchbox, and extra change of clothes.

Do you support potty learning?
Yes! We work in close partnership with parents using consistent, gentle routines.