Toddler years are a period where essential cognitive and social skills begin to form. Successful development of these skills is strongly linked children who have a good foundation of self-esteem and confidence. Montessori teachers are specifically trained to guide toddlers in a way that’s patient, confident, and consistently positive, fostering a child that can easily navigate challenges, build healthy relationships, and develop a resilient mindset as they grow.
In Fox Valley Montessori School's toddler classroom, we focus on activities that allow children to experience self-care: dressing yourself, serving yourself food at meal time, or cleaning up. Toddlers are also developing important language skills, teachers use precise words and directions to help them find their way.
The toddler environment is designed for your child to experience freedom and discovery. Everything – tables, furniture, materials – is toddler-sized. Everything can be touched and used by a toddler. Everything is genuine – no dining with toy forks or pouring from a plastic pitcher. School is a chance to discover the real world – and to discover yourself in the process.
