Toddlers

Allways in Motion: Exploring, Learning, and Growing

At Our Lady of Fatima Day Care Center, we understand that toddlerhood is a time of rapid growth, discovery, and newfound independence. As children begin to see themselves as individuals, they explore the world with curiosity and enthusiasm. Our nurturing environment provides the structure and support they need to develop essential skills while feeling safe, loved, and encouraged.

In our toddler program, children engage in hands-on learning experiences that promote language development, motor skills, socialization, and early problem-solving. From drinking from a lidless cup to expanding their vocabulary and refining gross motor coordination, each day is filled with opportunities for growth. Our dedicated teachers remain with the same class for extended periods to foster strong attachments and consistent routines, helping toddlers navigate their emotions and transitions with confidence.

With outdoor play, when weather permits, engaging sensory activities, and a supportive approach to toilet training, we ensure that every child builds the foundation for a successful preschool experience—all while having fun and embracing the joy of learning!

Everything You Need to Know!

Our Family Handbook has all the important details about our programs, policies, and how we partner with families for your child’s success.

Daily Schedule for Toddlers

Quiet Activities
8:00 – Breakfast
8:30 – Free Play
9:00 – Diapering; Clean up; Tooth Brushing
9:15 – Choice Centers
9:30 – Music
9:45 – Story Telling
10:00 – Gross Motor/Outside Play
10:40 – Washing up
11:00 – Lunch Time
11:45 – Diapering; Clean up; Free Play
12:00 – Rest Time
2:30 – Diapering; Clean up; Free Play.
3:00 – Snack
3:15 – Gross Play / Outside Play
4:00 – Story Time/Free Play
5:00- Closing

Flexible schedules are provided for children under 2 years for feeding, napping and diapering.
Activities that stimulate sensory play, motor skill development and self-help skill development are provided through the day and upon interest of the child.

Children are encouraged to feed themselves; the mealtime routine, utensils and food choices support child independence in feeding. Children are offered water frequently.

Infant/Toddler Development

At the OLFDCC children at this age are learning to:

  • Drink from a lidless cup
  • Sleep on a cot
  • Build expressive vocabulary of 200+ words
  • Self-feed with a spoon
  • Develop fine motor skills
  • Manipulate and gain an understanding of books
  • Explore the environment in a positive way
  • Engage in sensory activities
  • Become independent in toileting
  • Refine gross motor skills – balance/coordination
  • Enter beginning stages of cooperative play
  • Practice socialization skills
  • Gain an understanding of basic scientific/mathematic concepts – cause/effect, opposites, colors, shapes
  • Label emotions and partake in conflict resolution

 

Children will get messy!  In order to maximize children’s potential developing the above-mentioned skills, they need to engage in hands-on activities that utilize their senses.

Everything You Need to Know!

Our Family Handbook has all the important details about our programs, policies, and how we partner with families for your child’s success.

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