🌱 Program Overview
Our Toddlers program is designed for energetic 2-3 year olds who are eager to explore, communicate, and assert their growing independence. This is an exciting time of rapid development!
Two-year-olds are natural scientists - constantly experimenting, asking "why?", and testing boundaries. Our curriculum channels this curiosity into meaningful learning experiences while helping children develop self-regulation and social skills.
We create a balance of structured activities and free play, giving toddlers the freedom to explore while providing the guidance and boundaries they need to feel secure.
Program Highlights
- ✓ Small class sizes for individual attention
- ✓ Potty training support
- ✓ Language-rich environment
- ✓ Social-emotional skill building
- ✓ Daily outdoor play
- ✓ Creative arts & sensory activities
🎨 Learning Through Play
Our curriculum builds essential skills through engaging, hands-on activities designed for busy toddlers.
Language Explosion
Vocabulary building through songs, stories, conversations, and naming games. Most toddlers learn 50+ new words per month!
Creative Arts
Painting, drawing, playdough, collage, and other messy art experiences that develop fine motor skills and self-expression.
Sensory Play
Sand, water, slime, and textured materials that engage all the senses and build cognitive connections.
Dramatic Play
Pretend kitchens, dress-up, dolls, and role-playing that develop imagination and social understanding.
Building & Construction
Blocks, Duplos, and building toys that teach spatial awareness, problem-solving, and cause-and-effect.
Gross Motor Activities
Running, climbing, jumping, and dancing that build coordination, strength, and body awareness.
📅 Sample Daily Schedule
A consistent routine helps toddlers feel secure while balancing active play with rest and learning.
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| 7:00 - 8:30 AM | Arrival & Free Choice Activities |
| 8:30 - 9:00 AM | Breakfast / Morning Snack |
| 9:00 - 9:30 AM | Circle Time - Calendar, Weather, Songs |
| 9:30 - 10:30 AM | Learning Centers & Art Activities |
| 10:30 - 11:15 AM | Outdoor Play & Gross Motor |
| 11:15 - 11:45 AM | Lunch Time |
| 12:00 - 2:30 PM | Nap / Quiet Rest Time |
| 2:30 - 3:00 PM | Afternoon Snack |
| 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Small Group Activities & Stories |
| 4:00 - 5:00 PM | Outdoor Play / Music & Movement |
| 5:00 - 6:00 PM | Free Play & Departure |
🎓 Developmental Focus Areas
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Language & Communication
Building vocabulary, forming sentences, following 2-step directions, and learning to express needs with words.
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Social Skills
Learning to share, take turns, play alongside peers, and use words instead of hitting or grabbing.
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Independence
Self-feeding, hand washing, helping with cleanup, and beginning potty training when ready.
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Problem Solving
Puzzles, sorting activities, matching games, and figuring out how things work.
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Emotional Regulation
Identifying feelings, coping with frustration, and learning calming strategies.
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Pre-Writing Skills
Scribbling, drawing shapes, and strengthening hand muscles for future writing.
🚽 Potty Training Support
We partner with families to support potty training when children show signs of readiness. Our approach includes:
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Consistent Routines
Regular bathroom breaks throughout the day to build awareness and habits.
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Positive Encouragement
Celebrating successes without pressure or punishment for accidents.
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Parent Communication
Daily updates on progress and consistent strategies between home and school.
🎒 What to Bring
Please label all items with your child's name:
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Extra Clothing
3+ complete changes of clothes - toddlers get messy! Include weather-appropriate options.
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Nap Items
A small blanket and comfort item for rest time. We provide cots/mats.
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Diapers/Pull-ups
A supply of diapers or pull-ups, wipes, and any needed creams.
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Indoor Shoes
A pair of comfortable shoes to keep at school for indoor play.