(Toddling to 24 months) - CONTINUED
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What a Toddler Needs
A strong sense of belonging, value and acceptance.
Acknowledgement of their feeling & perceptions.
Freedom to explore who they are creatively and cognitively.
Activities that stimulate & accommodate a short attention span.
Acknowledgement they are social, caring & compassionate individuals who deserve respect.

Structure is Provided
We create a consistent daily schedule for essential predictability.
Age appropriate limitations and classroom rules are established.
There are well developed centers in the classroom for learning.
Teachers create an exciting, provocative and organized environment.

Freedom for Self -expression is Provided
Our activities and learning materials change often daily & weekly.
Teachers encourage imaginative play and child initiated activities.
Self exploration and experimentation is encouraged through sensorial and hands-on-activities.

We Support Families & Develop a Community
Our classroom is comfortable, home-like and functions much like a family which establishes an immediate sense of community for the child and the family.We embrace the Reggio Philosophy in our school, and establishing a sense of community is very important. The children are acknowledged as being an integralpart of our program and are encouraged to take part in daily activities such as cleaning and caring for the toys. They learn a sense of importance and responsibility as they take part in the activities while learning skills ranging from sorting objects to developing gross motor skills.

Our daily reports give the family a record of the daily events of their toddler. Information as to the mealtimes, nap times and special activities is shared for the family to play a role in the child's daily routine. The teachers and management team are available for any questions or concerns regarding the care and the age appropriate development.