Toddlers are on the move and eager to learn. At Prep Montessori Academy preschool, our toddler preschool program channels that natural energy into purposeful activities that build gross motor skills, language development, social awareness, and the foundations of independence.
Dr. Maria Montessori observed that toddlers have an intense drive to do things for themselves. Our toddler preschool classroom is designed to support this natural desire for independence while providing the structure and security young children need.
Everything in our toddler preschool room is child-sized – tables, chairs, shelves, and learning materials. This “prepared environment” allows toddlers to access preschool materials independently, make choices, and experience the satisfaction of completing tasks on their own.
Toddlers thrive with consistency at our preschool. Our predictable daily routine reduces anxiety and helps children feel confident about what comes next. From morning circle time to outdoor play, each preschool activity has its place in our carefully planned schedule.
Our toddler preschool classroom includes children from 18 months to 3 years. Younger toddlers learn by watching older preschool peers, while older children develop leadership skills and reinforce their own learning by helping younger friends.
Your toddler will learn real-world skills at our preschool like pouring, food preparation, hand washing, dressing, and cleaning up. These practical life activities build concentration, coordination, and a sense of responsibility that carries into all areas of preschool learning.
We immerse toddlers in rich language experiences at our Garland preschool through songs, stories, conversations, and naming activities. Our preschool teachers model clear speech and expand on children’s words, building vocabulary and communication skills every day.
Toddlers are learning how to navigate relationships at preschool. Our teachers guide children through sharing, taking turns, expressing feelings, and resolving conflicts. We call these preschool lessons “grace and courtesy,” and they form the foundation for positive social interactions.
Art activities at our preschool like painting, play dough, tearing, cutting, and drawing allow toddlers to express themselves and develop fine motor control. We value the process of creating over the finished product.
Your toddler’s day at our Garland preschool begins with a warm welcome and free choice time to explore classroom materials. Morning circle brings the group together for songs, movement activities, and calendar time. Throughout the day, children rotate between Montessori preschool work, outdoor play, snacks, and rest time.
Our preschool teachers observe each child carefully, introducing new materials when children are ready and providing just enough help to support success without taking over. By the end of each preschool day, your toddler has practiced dozens of skills while having fun with friends.
As toddlers approach age 3 and demonstrate readiness, they transition to our primary preschool program. By this time, they’ve developed the concentration, independence, and social skills needed to thrive in the more advanced Montessori preschool environment. We make this transition smooth and exciting, celebrating your child’s growth.
