TODDLER (2 – 3 YEARS)

We have early childhood qualified educators responsible for the care and education of toddlers.

The Toddler Program aims to develop the whole child in a nurturing environment and seeks to engage them in learning experiences that are developmentally appropriate and in partnership with family.

The program is based on observations of each child and follows their development and their emerging interests. It is informed by current research that tells us that children learn best through play, and by actively using their senses together with their peers.

THE ROLE OF THE TEACHER

We know that children already have an inherent desire to learn, therefore the educators’ role is to intentionally provide support, guidance and inspiration to further develop their learning. Opportunities to learn through play is an integral part of the Toddler Program.  This “play based” approach encourages toddlers to inquire, experiment and problem solve, in other words, to be curious and active researchers about their world.

LEARNING

Some of the learning that may happen in the Toddler Program are:

• Creativity – art, drama, dance, music and movement.

• Communication – STEM – science, technology, English and maths.

• Health and Wellbeing – cooking, gardening, sustainability, nature and physical play.

• Community and socialisation- opportunities to practice social skill such as sharing, turn taking, and group work.

All experiences in the Toddler Program are intended to lay the foundation for life long learning.