Toddler Program Details
The Nest: A Community for Toddlers
The toddler community serves children who are comfortably walking (typically 18months and solidly walking) up to age 3, in a small and intimate group. The scheduling options are 4 or 5 days per week of either half day or full day. The school year runs from early September to early June with an optional summer program that runs 4 days per week for 6-7 weeks.
Children do not need to be toilet-trained. Teachers will help children develop bathroom independence when they are ready.
Children are taught to listen to their bodies and are encouraged to eat and rest as needed.
We are committed to providing our toddlers with engaging, meaningful activities to:
– provide experiences that stimulate the senses
– enrich the child’s vocabulary and understanding of language
– provide time for the child to repeat and master activities
– give children the opportunity to gain a sense of self-esteem, self-worth, and self-confidence
A Typical Daily Schedule
The day will include a morning meeting, exploration of the classroom, individual lessons, open snack, time outdoors, and a family style group lunch.
8:30 Morning drop-off
8:30-9:15 Outdoor time
9:15-9:25 Transition to the classroom
9:25-11:00 Uninterrupted work period
11:00-11:10 Transition to outdoors
11:10-11:45 Outdoor gross motor activities and free playtime
11:30-11:45 Half-day pick-up
11:45-12:15 Lunch, clean up and prepare for nap
12:15-2:15 Nap
2:15-2:45 Transition to outdoors
3:00 Full-day pick-up
