About Our Older Toddler Program
Age: 2 years – 2 years, 9 months
Ratio: 9 children to 2 teachers
The goal of our older toddlers group is to encourage independence and spark a love for learning. Our circle time centers around a two- weeklong topic. We incorporate songs, dancing, matching games, and art projects that reinforce that topic. In this classroom the children are beginning to develop a sense of self and a dynamic personality. Our teachers give options, allowing for the students to make some decisions about their activities.
The educators in this group work on preparing the students for Preschool. The circle time is 10-15 minutes long and different approaches are taken for art projects (e.g. this group will make Play-Doh instead of use store bought). The child directed free play includes items such as smaller Lego blocks, Magnet letters, and puzzles. This group follows the same scheduleas the Younger Toddlers with breakfast at 9 AM, lunch at 12 PM, and nap from1 PM – 3 PM. We ask parents to supply diapers or Pull-Ups and diaper cream.We provide meals and milk. We dedicate time to potty training and welcome the challenge!