Toddler Program

Age: 16 months - 3 years

Our programs are based on the needs of the children.

Everything we do is the result of a conscious decision based on what is best for the child.

Our Program	Purpose
Has a low child/teacher ratio Has a small group size (6 children with 1 teacher, 1-6 ratio, group size of 6)	Individual attention and a calm environment are critical to a low level of stress for toddlers A small group size and a low teacher/child ratio are necessary to accomplish this goal
Has mixed age groupings	Children can learn from each other Children who remain with one teacher longer form close attachments Children play different roles within a group (baby, helper), different than their role within their family (youngest, oldest)
Focuses on encouraging children to explore their environment (open, shut, build, touch, move, climb, etc.)	Exploration of their environment is what toddlers naturally want to do Exploration promotes cognitive and physical growth
Teaches about ownership ("mine") and turn-taking ("I want it when you are done")	Ownership and turn taking are learned skills These skills provide the foundation for cooperative play
Offers choices to children as a learning and discipline strategy	Helps children learn to be problem-solvers and decision-makers Avoids power struggles
Teaches toddlers to identify and label feelings	This is one of the emotional intelligence skills