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Our Infant Program

An exceptional place for your baby to thrive

Our space is built for babies on the move: look for bright mirrors, warm rugs, sensory tables, great books, and baskets filled with soft, natural materials. There are musical instruments, toys for pretend play, safe equipment, and outdoor places to explore. You’ll have peace of mind knowing that our stringent safety, security, and cleanliness standards meet or exceed all state and local guidelines.

Even these youngest of children are encouraged to learn about their world through our individualized curriculum that invites exploration, celebrates each important milestone, and supports the transition from the sensory motor world of infancy to the increasingly social and self-directed world of toddlers.

What Parents are Saying

Our greatest advocates are also our closest friends.

"Thank you so much for the amazing job you do every day! The transition to daycare has been seamless for our family; it is wonderful to be able to rely on your expertise and know that our son is so well cared for while we are at work. Michael loves his teachers and friends! :)"

Our Curriculum Components

The building blocks to balanced education.

  • Language Works Listening to stories or classical music, one-on-one spoken interaction with caregiver.
  • Math Counts Counting through books, poetry, and songs.
  • Science Rocks Bubble blowing, interacting with nature through walks and outdoor exploration.
  • ArtSmart Finger (or feet) painting, experiences with textiles.
  • Our World Rich connections — via smiles and hugs — with the center community.
  • Well Aware Soft safe places that encourage rolling over, pulling up, crawling, and safely exploring.

Learning at Home

Float or Sink Bathtime

You Will Need:

Bathtub, 2 buckets or butter tubs, small objects that float: boats, wooden block, Ivory soap, sponge, plastic containers, etc. Small items that sink: rock, spoon, hair brush or comb, etc.

Directions:

Young children will notice that some things float and some sink. Ask your child to put all the things that float in one bucket and all the items that sink into the other.

Tip:

As always, watch for things that have sharp edges or might be choke hazards. Do not use small objects for children under three.

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