Classroom
Our classroom is designed for toddlers, ages 16 months to 33 months, to explore, play, learn and utilize all of their senses. Our environment is staged with distinct centers and comfortable spaces for both individual and group play. Toys for every developmental level are readily available in each area.
Our structured schedule allows children with the comfort of knowing what to always expect from a day at school. We do a daily group time where the children learn new information and practive colors, numgber, letters and shapes. During this time of academic learning, children are also practicing when to sit quietly, listen to the teacher, take turns and have patience.
Each toddler's emerging communication abilities allow him/her to interact with others and make his/her needs known. We continue to teach sign language and encourage parents to use it at home. Language experiences for toddlers are rich in play and imagination. We read stories, talk, play games and make music together. Our Spanish language program exposes each child to the sounds and vocabulary of a second language and lays the foundation for language learning later on. Toddlers need to move their bodies, and they love to dance and sing. Walking, running and climbing on our outdoor and indoor play areas are a few of their favorite activities.
To encourage each toddleer's physical, mental and social development, we do many different activites under these categories: sensory, dramatic play, art, dancing and large/small motor. We work on potty training, independence and self-help skills. Our teachers are constantly at the children's level and engaging with them. We are always there to lovingly support each child and achnowledge his or her milestones.