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Toddlers (children 16 months-3 years) |
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Toddlers are curious, so there is a great deal of joy in the Montessori environment where children are given freedom to move and reveal themselves as “unconscious creators”. It is this probing nature that drives them to discover the world in which they live. The freedom is freedom within structure that caters to their developmental needs. |
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The individual work time allows children time to work on language enrichment activities, eye/hand coordination materials, practical life activities that emphasis care of self and the environment, simple mathematics activities, and activities that develop the senses. The community is small, intimate, and flexible with regard to planned activities, so that the needs of the children are adhered to at all times rather than a time schedule created by the adult.
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The daily program for the toddlers consists of individual work time, group time for singing and dancing, reading, being together; outdoor time, and preparing and eating snack and lunch.
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Toilet learning is a huge part of the toddler curriculum. We work in partnership with families for a successful toilet learning experience for each child. We set up our environments in such a way that when a child becomes aware of bodily functions, handling them is made easier. No rewards or punishments are used because using the bathroom is a very normal function that all people carry out. A visit to one of our toddler communities will enable the observer to view this first hand. |
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The toddler community consists of 10-12 children from 16 months-3 years. The staff consists of two adults, one trained/certified Montessori teacher and one trained assistant.
Children are transitioned into an early childhood/primary class when they are developmentally ready for the new classroom environment. The decision is made with parent, teacher and administrative collaboration. |
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| Toddler Children 16 months - 3 years |
| Toddler 5 |
Monday-Friday |
8:30-11:45 |
| Toddler After Care |
Monday-Friday |
12:00-3:00 |
| Children that stay for aftercare, enjoy a family style lunch and then a quiet nap or rest time. |
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