18 Months to 3 Years | Help Me To Help Myself
The Beginning of Discovery
The first three years of a child’s life are the most formative. During this period, children absorb innumerable impressions from their environment which influence their physical, intellectual and emotional development.
The Toddler Program creates an engaging environment that fosters the development of young minds as they start to create their own identity and discover their sense of self. This is supported by an abundance of activities and Montessori materials.
Practical Life such as using a spoon, a broom or buttons.
Manipulative work to develop and strengthen a pincer grip which is necessary for future writing.
Language development using materials such as vocabulary cards, songs, books and poems.
Sensory work such as food preparation, cloth washing, finger painting and exploring the stereognostic bags.
Gross motor development in our playroom and playground where toddlers play with sand, water, balls and climbing equipment.
Independence as the children learn to dress and undress themselves, eat independently, care for the environment and toilet themselves.
As our children transition into the school, we focus on their needs individually. Our phase in process is gradual and differs from child to child.
Megan Chatz
Faculty and Toddler Coordinator
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours of the Toddler Program?
The half-day Toddler Program runs from 8:30 AM to 11:50 AM, with a staggered dismissal from 11:30 AM – 11:50 AM. The full-day Toddler Program runs from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM., with a staggered dismissal from 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
Are snacks and lunches provided to students?
Yes! Toddler students have catered lunch provided by Real Food for Real Kids (RFRK).
Students also receive snacks as part of the program. Half-day students receive one snack, while full-day students receive two.
Do you have an extended care program?
Yes, we do. Lauremont School offers before-school care from 7:15 AM to 8:30 AM and after-school care from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. There is an additional cost for this program, and spaces are limited. For more information about our Extended Care Program, please visit this webpage.
What is the class ratio of students to teachers?
The ratio in the Toddler Program is 1:5. The maximum number of students in a class will be 15 with two trained Montessori teachers and two assistants.
How does the school support toilet learning?
Since all learning is unique, each student is individually supported through the toilet learning process. Using a child-centered approach, the teachers look for cues of readiness in each student. The teachers work collaboratively with the parents to help with consistent guidance as the students learn this important life skill.
How much outdoor learning and play do students get to experience?
Students get ample opportunities to explore the school’s outdoor spaces. Full-day students will go outside for two hours per day, weather permitting. Half-day students play outside for a period of time each day.
Do students have naptime?
Yes, they do. Full-day students will have a naptime. Each student has their own cot with bedding provided, which is laundered by Lauremont School.