Aurora Montessori School, the Toddler Program (for ages 18 months to 2½ years) is thoughtfully crafted to nurture each child’s natural curiosity, independence, and foundational skills. With a warm, home-like atmosphere, this program supports toddlers in exploring practical life, language, sensory, and gross motor skills—all within a quiet, respectful environment.

What the Toddler Program Offers

• Practical Life Activities — Children engage in age‑appropriate, real-world tasks: pouring, spooning, mopping, dressing, and self-care. These activities build confidence, coordination, and self-esteem
• Fine & Gross Motor Development — Manipulative exercises sharpen hand-eye coordination and fine motor control, while outdoor activities with tricycles, balance equipment, and play grow physical strength and body awareness
• Language Skills — Through interactive vocabulary cards, storytelling, songs, and poetry, toddlers begin confidently expressing themselves and laying the groundwork for literacy
• Sensory Exploration — Toddlers enjoy hands-on experiences prepping food, washing cloths, finger painting, and gardening—developing their senses and love for learning through touch

A Nurturing, Child-Centered Approach

Aurora maintains small class sizes—typically about five children per qualified teacher—ensuring close attention and meaningful support. Furniture and materials are sized just right for little hands, giving children a sense of ownership and freedom as they make choices within a prepared environment .

Teachers actively support independence at every turn—encouraging toddlers to dress themselves, manage self-care, initiate toilet learning, and clean up after activities. This respectful, guided approach builds confidence and autonomy

Outdoor Play & Rest Time

With twice-daily access to dedicated outdoor spaces—playgrounds, walking trails, and open spaces—children are encouraged to be active, explore nature, and learn in fresh air . After lunch, rest time offers a peaceful period with dimmed lights and soothing music, helping toddlers recharge.

Communication & Family Partnership

Teachers connect with families at drop-off and pick-up, plus share daily updates through the school’s parent portal. This open communication ensures parents stay informed about classroom activities, developmental progress, and toilet-learning milestones .

Seamless Transition to Casa

The Toddler Program carefully prepares children for the next stage—Casa (ages 2½–6)—by fostering independence, concentration, and curiosity. The continuity of Montessori philosophy helps toddlers cheerfully embrace the structure and materials of the Casa environment.

Why Parents Love It

Aurora Montessori’s Toddler Program balances gentle guidance with freedom for exploration. Children thrive in a low‑ratio, nurturing setting, developing practical life skills, sensory awareness, motor strength, communication, and a sense of self-worth.

Curious to learn more or plan a visit? Reach out to Aurora Montessori School to schedule a tour and discover how their Toddler Program can help your child flourish!

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