Baby Class
For infants between 6-12 months of age by September 1st.
One teacher to groups of no more than four babies.
May attend 1 or 2 days per week; parents may choose any combination of days, provided space is available.
The beginning of wonderful preschool memories starts in our Sweet Peas class. Our babies are cared for by friendly, enthusiastic, and responsive teachers in a friendly, caring, and happy environment. Their daily needs are met with smiles and frequent eye contact. Babies will eat their meals together and begin learning how to play with their peers while also having individual attention for considerations such as naps and bottle feedings.
As baby’s physical and exploratory skills develop, the Sweet Peas classroom offers new challenges and discoveries. Our teachers nurture and encourage the children as they begin to communicate, crawl, and walk. They are talked to about what they are seeing and experiencing, encouraging language development. Music is played in the classroom and songs are sung frequently. There is plenty of cuddle time and each child is given lots of individualized attention. Your child’s happiness and comfort are our first priority as we provide them with a safe and secure environment. The first few years of a child's life are critical to establishing not only healthy brain development but also making important connections that will stimulate healthy overall development. Our baby curriculum focuses on making sure every aspect of the child is being considered.
specific focuses for the baby class include
Physical Development
Can sit alone
Begins to creep along furniture, crawl or walk
Beginning to explore their environment more
Begins to grab, pinch, bang, poke, twist, dump etc.
Cognitive Development
Interest in appearing/disappearing (peek-a-boo)
Begins to show interest in picture books
Remembers people's faces and voices
Social/Emotional Development
Watches and enjoys imitating others
Interested in getting attention
Enjoys simple songs and games
Babbles and tries to imitate simple words
Baby Class Daily Schedule
9:00-9:45
Morning Welcome
Classroom Exploration/Songs/Stories
9:45-10:00
Snack Time
10:00-10:30
Diaper Change and Free Play
10:30-10:45
Transition to Playground
10:45-11:30
Playground Time
11:30-11:45
Transition to Classroom
Wash Hands/ Prepare for Lunch
11:45-12:15
Lunch
12:15-12:30
Diaper Change and Free Play
12:30-12:45
Stories/Songs/Clean-up
12:45-1:00
Pick up