Fountainhead Montessori - Toddler 18 Months

The cozy Toddler environment provides children with a warm introduction to school. Trained teachers are ready to help children and their parents with separation and lead the children to the many age-appropriate activities available to help them become more independent.

This Montessori environment provides the 18-month- to two-year-old with experiences in practical life activities and sensorial and art exploration. The daily circle offers simple songs, stories, and expressive language experiences. The children enjoy daily outings to the Toddler playground, which features a small climber and sand play. The children in the Toddler class learn that school is a very enjoyable place to be.

Toddler Program Goals
Communication Development Supporting your child's verbal, non-verbal, and listening skills for connecting with family, friends, and beyond.	Learning vocabulary by naming familiar and new items Developing conversation skills by interacting with teachers and using books, pictures, and interesting objects Songs, games, and circle activities Following one-step directions Listening and responding to others
Growing Brain Power Providing an enriched environment and the personal relationships to make the most of your child's amazing brainpower.	Exploring cause and effect by filling and emptying containers, digging in sand, and playing games like peek-a-boo Matching colors and shapes Confirming object permanence by playing games such as “Guess where it went?” Exploring the senses through different textures, tastes, smells, and sounds
Building Relationships Helping your child develop trust, self-confidence, and problem solving skills for positive relationships with friends, parents, and teachers.	Participating during circle time, songs, and games Bonding with teachers in a safe, loving environment Learning to work in a setting with other children Growing listening skills through conversations, games, and stories Identifying and expressing emotions positively
Helping Healthy Bodies Flourish Nurturing your child's physical well-being through active play and body awareness.	Identifying body parts through games, songs, and active play Practicing daily-living skills through dressing, having snack, and cleaning up with the teacher’s assistance Exploring and developing body skills while climbing, running, crawling, and jumping
Creativity and Individual Expression Promoting an atmosphere that inspires your child's unique character through art, movement, music, and dramatic play.	Singing and playing rhythm instruments Exploring a wide variety of art materials Games, poems, and activities for moving and grooving

At Fountainhead Montessori, we have high expectations of our staff. Ninety percent of our caring and excellent head teachers have over 10 years of Montessori classroom experience. They are loving, creative, respectful, supportive educators who know the potential and needs of the age groups they work with.

Toddler 18 Months–2 Years

Toddler Program Goals

Communication Development

Growing Brain Power

Building Relationships

Helping Healthy Bodies Flourish

Creativity and Individual Expression

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