Toddler Program

(Ages 2 to 3 years)

Designed as a gentle transition from home to school, our program encourages cooperative learning, fosters a sense of community among children and provides the toddlers increasing independence. Care for self and care of environment are stressed during lessons on practical life and daily living. The children are particularly sensitive to language development, sensorial stimuli and movement at this age, so their environment is prepared to maximize language and gross motor experience. Here they are able to develop physical coordination, enjoy music and rhythm exploration, and learn in a “big” way, using their whole bodies. By working with the children’s natural tendencies we show them that we respect their childhood, thus encouraging them to enjoy learning.

Both indoor and outdoor environments are rich in language experiences. Children’s literature is always available to the children for their own exploration. Story time may occur in quiet corners of the classroom or under shady trees. Oral language development is encouraged through social interaction, as well as through songs and rhymes.