Toddler I & II
18 months - 36 months
Our toddler program is designed to support and nurture the rapid development taking place during this exciting stage of growth. Toddlers will continue to build and refine their gross motor skills (walking, running, jumping, climbing), sensory skills (seeing, hearing, tasting, touching, smelling), and fine motor skills (manipulating puzzles, drawing, grasping). Social development is fostered through activities that encourage taking turns, sharing, and playing cooperatively with others, while language skills are enhanced as children begin forming sentences and expanding their vocabulary.
In our care, toddlers engage in purposeful play that encourages exploration, creativity, and healthy decision-making. With gentle guidance, children practice making choices and gain confidence in their abilities. Learning is a hands-on process, and we celebrate the knowledge children gain through their own efforts and experiences.
To lay the foundation for lifelong learning, children are introduced to key concepts such as phonics, number sense, patterns, and rhyming. A strong emphasis is placed on social and emotional learning, helping toddlers develop self-awareness, empathy, and the skills needed to navigate their emotions and relationships. Our program provides a nurturing and stimulating environment where toddlers thrive and grow into curious, confident learners.
Toddler I
Sloth Classroom
(18 months - 24 months)
In our Toddler I - Sloth Classroom children are encouraged to explore the world around them and engage in messy play. The use of some basic sign language is taught and encouraged as an additional means of communication until their vocabulary is developed enough to verbally communicate their wants and needs. The classroom is structured with materials for quiet play and more active play. Toddlers generally engage in parallel play, playing alongside one another, and slowly progress to playing in small groups.
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Our curriculum focuses on the social and emotional development of each child. Through guided activities, positive role modeling, and structured play, toddlers are introduced to concepts such as:
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Self-regulation: Learning to recognize and manage emotions, including how to cope with frustration, disappointment, and excitement.
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Empathy and Sharing: Encouraging toddlers to understand and respond to the feelings of others, and to practice sharing and cooperation during play.
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Communication Skills: Building early language and communication skills to express needs, thoughts, and feelings effectively.
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Independence and Confidence: Supporting toddlers in developing a sense of autonomy by encouraging them to make choices and engage in activities that foster self-confidence.​
During circle time children will learn nursery rhymes and songs to help support their language development. Children will explore new skills and concepts in a hands-on approach. Learning will be fun and messy, yet still meaningful. Our teachers implement methodologies that have a positive impact on social-emotional competence and coping skills, making healthy decisions, resolving conflicts, managing feelings and building positive relationships.
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Toddlers continue to strengthen gross motor skills as they practice walking, running, climbing, and balancing. Fine motor skills are developed through activities such as stacking blocks, grasping crayons, turning pages in books, and engaging with puzzles and manipulatives.
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At this age, toddlers are naturally curious about their surroundings. Our curriculum includes activities that promote problem-solving, cause-and-effect exploration, and early learning concepts like sorting, matching, and recognizing shapes and colors. Sensory play is an integral part of the program, stimulating cognitive growth through hands-on experiences with textures, sounds, and visuals.
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Our Toddlers-Sloths engage in creative activities such as painting, exploring musical instruments, dancing and pretend play, allowing them to express themselves and explore their imagination. These activities also help develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
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Toddler II
Lion Classroom
(24 months - 36 months)
In our Toddler II - Lion Classroom children are encouraged to become more self-sufficient and will accomplish daily routines such as, holding utensils, washing their own hands, placing their dirty plates in the dish bin, and cleaning up after themselves. Our toddlers will begin to understand and follow out two and three-step instructions. At this stage, toddlers will also begin to express their feelings more clearly, use simple sentences, and expand their vocabulary. Children may begin to show signs of readiness for potty training at this age. We will work closely with families to support each child's individual progress and ensure a smooth transition when the time is right.​
In our Lion classroom, we create a learning environment that engages children’s senses and connects learning concepts to everyday play. Our curriculum emphasizes social and emotional development, encouraging children to manage behaviors, recognize and express emotions, and work toward their goals with patience and self-control. Through activities that support self-awareness, imagination, and creativity, children begin to understand themselves and their interactions with others.
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We recognize that all behavior has meaning. Toddlers often express needs and feelings through behaviors, especially when they lack the words or skills to communicate effectively. By teaching social and emotional skills, we help children learn to use words and positive actions to get their needs met, promoting emotional intelligence and reducing frustration.
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Each day begins with circle time, where children engage in learning through song, dance and story time. During circle time, the Lions learn and review letters, numbers, colors, and shapes in a group setting that fosters excitement for learning. Our dedicated and energetic teachers engage children in small group activities, focusing on art, sensory exploration, and fine motor skill development. This approach ensures that each child receives the time and attention needed to understand and practice new concepts, building a strong foundation for future learning.
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