Pre-Toddler:

Where Every Step Forward is Celebrated

Between 13 and 23 months, your little one is experiencing incredible growth—physically, emotionally, and socially. Our Growing Explorers program is specially designed for this unique stage when children are confidently mobile but still need gentle guidance as they navigate their expanding world with curiosity and determination.

Supporting the Journey from Baby to Independent Little Person

This magical year transforms your baby into a determined little person with big ideas and even bigger feelings. Our Little Explorers program celebrates every "me do it!" moment while providing patient,
loving support as your toddler discovers they are their own unique person.

We understand that toddlers thrive on predictability while simultaneously craving new experiences. Our specially trained caregivers create an environment where your child feels secure enough to explore, experiment, and express their growing personality. From first words to first friendships, we're here to nurture every milestone with expertise and endless patience.

Our Promise:

During this pivotal stage, your pre-toddler will gain confidence, communication skills, and independence in a supportive environment designed specifically for their rapidly changing needs.

Your Child’s Journey Begins Today – Let’s Grow Together!

Seven Essential Domains for Pre-Toddler Development

Our curriculum recognizes that pre-toddlers learn best through movement, exploration, and meaningful relationships. Each day brings opportunities for growth across all developmental areas:

🧠 Cognitive Development

  • Problem-solving activities with cause-and-effect toys, simple puzzles (2-3 pieces), and stacking games

  • Exploring object permanence through hiding games and peek-a-boo variations

  • Early categorization with color matching, size sorting, and shape recognition

  • Beginning pretend play with toy phones, cups, and dolls that mirror real-life activities

💬 Language & Communication

  • Vocabulary expansion from first words to two-word combinations ("More milk," "Want book")

  • Rich language exposure through constant narration, naming objects, and responsive conversations

  • Following simple directions with gestures and words ("Give me the ball")

  • Interactive books with picture naming, animal sounds, and simple stories

❤️ Social & Emotional Growth

  • Separation anxiety support with consistent routines and comfort strategies

  • Emerging independence balanced with the need for security and attachment.

  • Beginning parallel play alongside other children while learning social cues

  • Emotional expression with patient guidance through big feelings and frustrations

🤸 Gross & Fine Motor Skills

  • Walking confidence building with safe obstacles, push toys, and varied surfaces

  • Climbing and coordination through supervised playground equipment and soft structures

  • Fine motor development with finger foods, crayons, blocks, and manipulative toys

  • Beginning self-help skills like removing shoes, holding cups, and using utensils

🌟 Character Development

  • Gentle limit-setting with consistent, patient guidance through testing behaviors

  • Kindness modeling through caring interactions with peers and adults

  • Beginning responsibility with simple clean-up activities and following routines

  • Celebrating effort and persistence in new challenges and skills

🎨 Creative Expression

  • Sensory exploration with safe art materials, water play, and texture experiences

  • Music and movement with instruments, dancing, and action songs

  • Beginning dramatic play with simple props and imitating daily activities

  • Nature exploration through supervised outdoor discovery and collecting

🏃 Physical Confidence & Safety

  • Walking skill refinement from tentative steps to confident movement

  • Balance and coordination through varied surfaces and gentle challenges

  • Body awareness and spatial understanding through movement activities

  • Safety awareness while encouraging exploration and confidence

Every day is filled with fun and learning.

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A Perfect Balance of Movement, Learning, and Comfort

Expertise in Pre-Toddler Development and Care

Specialized Pre-Toddler Caregivers

  • Low 1:5 teacher-to-child ratio ensuring individualized attention during this active stage

  • Behavioral guidance expertise using positive, age-appropriate strategies for emerging independence

  • Behavioral guidance expertise using positive, age-appropriate strategies for emerging independence

  • Current certifications in CPR, First Aid, and emergency procedures for mobile children

Safety-First Environment

  • Pre-toddler-proofed spaces with secure climbing structures, soft surfaces, and gated areas

  • Walking-friendly environment with varied textures, safe obstacles, and fall protection

  • Constant supervision during active play and exploration activities

  • Health monitoring with attention to increased exposure risks from mobility

  • Emotional safety with consistent caregivers who understand separation anxiety

Family Partnership & Communication

  • Daily detailed reports about walking progress, new words, social interactions, and milestones

  • Photo documentation of your child's adventures and developmental achievements

  • Separation support with strategies that work both at school and home

  • Developmental guidance helps families understand and support this rapid growth phase.

Take the Next Steps:

Step 1.

Personal Tour

Personalized tour and teacher introductions

Step 2.

Development Discussion

Family meeting to discuss your child’s interests and needs

Step 3.

Transition Planning

Simple enrollment process and welcome materials

Step 4.

Ongoing Partnership

Regular updates and milestones as your child’s learning takes off

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you handle children who are just learning to walk?

We create safe environments with varied surfaces and gentle challenges that build walking confidence. Our caregivers provide encouragement without pressure, allowing each child to develop at their own pace while ensuring safety during this wobbly but exciting phase.


What if my child has severe separation anxiety?

Separation anxiety is very common and normal at this age. We use proven strategies like consistent routines, comfort objects, quick goodbyes, and engaging activities to help children feel secure. Most children adapt within 2-4 weeks with our patient, experienced approach.

How do you manage challenging behaviors like tantrums?

Pre-toddlers are learning to manage big emotions with limited language skills. We use distraction, redirection, and empathy while maintaining consistent, gentle limits. Our caregivers help children learn appropriate ways to express their needs and feelings.

Will you support my child's language development?

Absolutely! We provide constant language-rich interactions, narrate activities, read books, and encourage communication through both words and gestures. We celebrate every new word and support the transition from single to two-word combinations.

How do you keep very active children safe?

Our environment is designed specifically for mobile pre-toddlers with age-appropriate climbing structures, soft surfaces, and secure boundaries. We provide constant supervision while encouraging the physical exploration that's so important for their development.

We’re dedicated to nurturing your child’s growth and development. Thank you for trusting us to be part of their journey. Stay connected for updates, tips, and more!

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