Toddler Program

The Guppies classroom children ages 9-15 months old

        Our Guppies Transition Room is designed to give your child a joyful introduction to early learning while helping them ease into a more structured toddler schedule. This classroom blends nurturing care with hands‑on activities that support growth in every developmental area.

Learning Through Music, Movement & Play:

Children in this room enjoy a variety of fun, interactive experiences, including:

• Songs, dances, and movement activities

• Color and shape recognition

• Early number concepts

• Basic sign language

• Creative, age‑appropriate craft projects

Early Cognitive & Fine Motor Development:

We introduce materials and experiences that encourage curiosity and independence, such as:

• Puzzles and simple problem‑solving games

• Coloring and early art exploration

• Block stacking and building activities

• Letter, color, shape, and number recognition

• Story time, music, and dance‑based learning

Transitioning to a Toddler Routine:

This room helps children adjust to a consistent daily schedule. All children follow the same meal and nap routine, with nap time from 12:30–2:30 PM.

Children under one year of age will continue with breast milk or formula until they are developmentally ready for the next step.

Social Skills & Classroom Community:

We focus on helping children learn how to:

• Use good manners

• Share toys and materials

• Build early friendships

• Participate in group activities

• Develop positive interactions with peers

          Our goal is to create a warm, supportive environment where every child feels safe, encouraged, and excited to learn.

The toddler program children ages 15-24 months old.

           Our Ducklings Room is designed for children who are confidently on the move, eager to explore, and ready for a more structured daily routine. This classroom provides a warm, engaging environment where children build independence, strengthen early learning skills, and develop positive social habits — all within a predictable, developmentally appropriate schedule.

Daily Learning Through Music, Movement & Play:

          Toddlers learn best through hands‑on experiences, and our classroom is filled with opportunities to explore, create, and discover. Each day includes:

• Fun songs, dances, and movement activities

• Color and shape recognition

• Early number concepts

• Introduction to basic sign language

• Creative, age‑appropriate craft projects

        These activities support language development, motor skills, and early cognitive growth while keeping learning joyful and engaging.

Building Early Cognitive & Fine Motor Skills:

Our curriculum encourages curiosity and problem‑solving through:

• Puzzles and simple matching games

• Coloring and early art exploration

• Block stacking and building activities

• Letter, color, shape, and number recognition

• Story time, music, and dance‑based learning

     These experiences help toddlers strengthen fine motor skills, practice focus, and build confidence through exploration.

Encouraging Independence in Daily Routines:

As toddlers grow, they begin practicing important self‑help skills. In our classroom, children work on:

• Eating with a fork and spoon

• Drinking from an open cup

• Cleaning up toys with guidance

• Washing hands with support

• Beginning to follow simple directions

     These routines help children develop independence and prepare for preschool‑style expectations.

Language Development & Early Communication:

Toddlers are beginning to use words, gestures, and simple phrases to express their needs. We support this exciting stage by:

• Modeling clear, simple language

• Encouraging children to use words to communicate

• Naming objects, actions, and emotions

• Using songs, stories, and sign language to build vocabulary

Our teachers create a language‑rich environment that helps children feel understood and confident as they learn to communicate.

A Consistent, Toddler‑Friendly Daily Schedule:

Structure helps toddlers feel secure and ready to learn. Our classroom follows a predictable routine that includes:

• Group learning and play

• Outdoor or gross‑motor time

• Meals and snacks

• Hands‑on learning centers

• Nap time from 12:30–2:30 PM

• Music, movement, and story time