M.A.R.S. Early Learning academy’s experienced educators will build off children’s natural curiosity and interests to promote hands-on investigative learning. The children will be introduced to hands-on study explorations, while still maintaining responsive routines and caregiving. We have two toddler rooms that are both licensed for 7 toddlers with a 1:7 teacher-to-child ratio.
We have a large Toddler classroom that will accommodate separating age groups.
ages 1 - 2 1/2 years (35 months)
Our toddler program enhances and responds to your child at every level of development. Our curriculum consists of weekly theme-based lesson plans. We have structured planned activities to meet the needs of each child. This supports the children's abilities and interests through fun and play. They begin learning the beginning stages of math, science, reading and creative skills along with their motor skills.
Our Toddler Program is based on the knowledge that children are natural learners and learn best in an environment where they can develop curiosity and always feel safe and loved.
Recognizing that Toddlers are full of energy and excitement, we have created a learning space that enriches the senses, promotes active exploration and stimulates cognitive development. Toddlers foster their independence as they make choices relevant to their interests while developing fine motor, listening and speaking skills and problem-solving strategies. Our developmentally appropriate activities keep our little ones moving, imitating and talking!
Our learning centers - Reading, Dramatic Play, Creative Art, Sensory, Cognitive, Block Play/Construction and Science- are filled with rich play experiences and provide opportunities for toddlers to develop a sense of the world around them. As they become more active, our educators introduce fun, physical activities that develop gross-motor skills and encourage coordination, balance and muscle control, both inside the classroom and in our outdoor environment.
Everything in our Toddler classrooms has been designed to be at their level and size and this promotes independence and encourages socialization. Your toddler’s daily routine will include alphabet, songs, poems, stories, nursery rhymes and an introduction to early language, math and science through large and small group activities.
Our toddlers are given positive encouragement throughout the day with hugs, smiles, and kind words.
We respect each child's attitude and needs to model positive interactions with each other. Empathy is encouraged, friendships are nurtured, and self help skills are supported. The weekly theme-based lesson plans create a child oriented learning environment.
