Village Babies

INFANTS

Our infant program is divided into three classrooms. There are many similarities within the classroom structure however, each classroom is uniquely different. The environment, daily routine, and curriculum is individualized to meet the developmental level of every child.

Our youngest classroom is designed for children approximately 6 weeks-6 months of age. The teachers in the classroom specialize infant/toddler care. The activities in the classroom focus on language development, fine and gross motor skills, and social/emotional development.

For children 6 month-12 months of age we have created an environment which promotes the mobility of children and fosters their independence. The children in this classroom have emerging advanced motor skills such as rolling over, creeping, crawling, and standing.

Our oldest infant room is designed for children 12 months-18 months of age. These children have mastered motor skills such as standing and walking. This environment promotes the growing independence of an emerging toddler. At this age, there is a noticeable difference in the structure of the room layout. The children will be introduced to interest areas. This will include a block center, dramatic play, music area, and library. The children are encouraged to explore the room and materials.

All of our infant classes experience a formal music class once a week. Singing is an important aspect of the daily routine and promotes several developmental skills. When the children are singing they enhance their language, social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills. The teachers sing along with the children and encourage them to move their bodies!

Our infant’s spend part of their day exploring the outdoors! The children visit the park twice a day, and the teachers utilize this time to introduce science vocabulary and hands-on experiences. The children even experience tummy time outdoors on a cozy blanket.

All of the children in the infant program participate in a daily gym class. Our gym instructor works closely with the children to further develop their large motor skills. During these classes the children use materials such as: tunnels, parachutes, balls, and balancing materials.

Here at Village Babies Development Center you will often hear the term, “Individualized Learning.” This is the goal for all of our teachers in all classrooms. Our teachers work alongside parents/guardians to tailor their responses and instruction to meet the needs of your child.

Program:

Infants aged 6 weeks to 17 months

Special skills:

CPR, First Aid, sign language, babble translation, sleep whispering, merry making

Staff ratios 1:4

TODDLERS

From gurgling and babbling to flying rescue helicopters, our Toddler Room offers the next adventure in your child’s journey with us. Navigated by our infant team, our tenacious tots and their parents transition with ease.

Between the ages of 18 and 36 months, children develop cognitively, emotionally and socially.  And we are right by their side, recognizing each child as an individual, adjusting our approach to fit their needs.

Our curriculum is based on imagination, exploration and sensory stimulation. Our children thrive socially through structured play and interactive group time. And they relish their indoor gymnasium activities with our certified gym teacher.

Program:

Toddlers aged 18-36 months

Special skills:

CPR, First Aid, potty training, curiosity nurturing, story telling

Staff ratios 1:6

A Day in…

Morning

Open arms and big smiles greet our infants and toddlers. They’re soon diving into music and movement and exploratory learning through our research based curriculum. There’s always lots of small group work and plenty of time outside.

Lunch + Nap

At this age, our little ones need a good nap after a nourishing lunch. We make sure they get a calm and peaceful environment to nod off.

Afternoon

There’s no better way to wake up than with stories and outdoor play. We soak up exploratory learning through our varied enrichment programs.

Good Bye

We send our happy babies and toddlers home, always ensuring their parents and caregivers know just how their day went.