Toddler

Our toddler program is carefully designed to meet the unique needs and abilities of children aged 18 months to 3 years. We create a stimulating environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and discovery. Our skilled teachers support your child’s growth through engaging activities that enhance language and communication skills, cognitive development, and social interaction. The curriculum fosters curiosity, independence, and a love of learning, laying a strong foundation for your child’s future success.

Lighthouse Child Development Center uses the developmentally appropriate Frog Street curriculum, which aligns with learning standards and NAEYC guidelines. Our curriculum includes language (English, Spanish, and basic sign language), math, science, reading, music, physical development, and STEAM. Children’s progress is monitored through informal observations, work samples, and anecdotal notes, with assessments conducted three times per year.

What Parents Can Expect

The toddler program at Lighthouse Child Development Center is designed to provide a safe, engaging environment where children aged 18 months to 3 years can explore, learn, and grow. Parents can expect:

• Individualized Attention: Teachers observe each child’s interests, abilities, and developmental needs, tailoring activities to encourage growth while supporting routines familiar from home.
• Active Exploration: Toddlers participate in hands-on activities that foster curiosity, problem-solving, and creativity, from sensory play to simple science experiments and music exploration.
• Language and Communication Development: Children are supported in expanding vocabulary, practicing conversational skills, and learning basic sign language, encouraging confident self-expression.
• Social and Emotional Growth: Daily interactions promote sharing, cooperation, empathy, and independence, helping toddlers build strong relationships with peers and adults.
• Progress Tracking: Informal observations, work samples, and anecdotal notes are collected regularly, with formal assessments three times per year, keeping parents informed of milestones and achievements.
• Family Engagement: Guidance and tips are provided to support learning at home and reinforce routines, fostering strong collaboration between caregivers and families.

By combining active play, discovery, and thoughtful guidance, the toddler program ensures children develop essential skills in a joyful, supportive environment that inspires curiosity and a love of learning.

Give your child a caring and inspiring place to grow every day. Contact us at 601-665-4396 to discover how we can support your family’s needs! Let’s work together to create a joyful and enriching experience for your little one.