TODDLER CARE AND EDUCATION
Our toddler program balances structured play with guided learning to support early independence. Through warm, expert care, we help your little one build confidence as they grow and explore.
Personalized care, consistent communication, and a classroom designed around your baby’s needs.
Nurturing Independence
At Children's Day School, our toddler program is designed to support the rapid growth and development characteristic of this stage, guided by the Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS). Toddlers thrive within a structured, predictable routine that balances teacher-guided group experiences with opportunities for independent exploration and play.
Each day includes developmentally appropriate activities, such as morning circle time, math and literacy based small group learning, and both indoor and outdoor play. The curriculum is intentionally planned to foster early skills across multiple domains - including foundational concepts in math, language, art and sensory exploration - while also nurturing emerging self-help abilities.
Teachers use the Connecticut Documentation & Observation for Teaching System (CT DOTS) to observe and document children's developmental progress. This system informs individualized planning that supports milestones such as self-feeding, cleaning up after play, following simple directives, and toilet learning. Through responsive teaching and intentional planning, we create a learning environment where toddlers feel secure, confident and ready to grow.
A Day in Our Toddler Classroom
Morning Circle
Toddlers gather to greet friends, sing songs, and build community through engaging group activities and shared stories.
Small-Group Learning
Interactive sessions focused on math and literacy allow children to explore new concepts with guidance from our teachers.
Outdoor Play and Discovery
Daily time spent outside lets children run, jump, and explore the natural world while building vital gross motor skills.
Through centers and guided routines, we help toddlers learn to clean up, use utensils, and gain confidence in their abilities.