Curious minds, confident first steps.
Our Early Learners Program is built for toddlers who are born explorers. These classrooms channel that energy into purposeful play — climbing, stacking, naming, and negotiating their way toward independence, with teachers close by to guide (not hover).
Independence, one confident step at a time
Between one and two, children are testing boundaries, building vocabulary at a staggering pace, and learning to be part of a group for the first time. Our toddler rooms are designed for that exact stage — low shelves they can reach on their own, language-rich routines, and teachers trained to turn tantrums into teachable moments.
We introduce gentle structure without rigidity: consistent mealtimes, hand-washing rituals, and the beginnings of self-help skills like drinking from an open cup and putting on shoes. It's the bridge between babyhood and the preschool years ahead.
What makes our early learners program different
Independence-first design
Child-height shelves, utensils, and sinks let toddlers do things themselves — and feel proud of it.
Language explosion support
Teachers narrate, label, and expand on every word toddlers attempt, fueling vocabulary growth.
Guided social play
Small groups practice sharing, turn-taking, and empathy with hands-on coaching from teachers.
Consistent routines
Predictable meals, naps, and transitions build the security toddlers need to explore boldly.
Our daily schedule
A predictable, nurturing rhythm designed specifically for 1 – 2 years.
5:00 – 8:30 AM
Arrival & choice-time free play
8:30 – 9:00 AM
Breakfast & family-style seating
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Circle time, songs & movement
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Outdoor play
11:00 – 11:45 AM
Lunch
12:00 – 2:30 PM
Nap time
2:30 – 3:30 PM
Snack & sensory stations
3:30 – 5:30 PM
Art, story time & family pickup
What your child will do every week
Sensory bins
Rice, water, and sand play build fine motor skills and curiosity.
Music & movement
Dancing, clapping, and simple instruments develop rhythm and coordination.
Picture book circle time
Interactive read-alouds build early literacy and listening skills.
Outdoor gross motor play
Climbing, running, and ball play on our secure playground.
What your child will gain
Growing vocabulary and two-to-three word sentence building
Emerging self-help skills: feeding, dressing, and hand-washing
Early social skills — sharing, turn-taking, and simple cooperative play
Gross and fine motor confidence through daily active play
Comfort with group routines and separating from parents with ease
Other programs at The Village of Learning
Ready to see our early learners classroom in person?
Come watch a toddler circle time in action — the energy in the room says it all.
Or call us at (225) 390-1136