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Infant/Toddler Program

Infant Program

2 Months Old - 18 Months Old

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GMA's Infant Program is a nurturing and thoughtfully prepared environment for children ages 2 to 18 months. Rooted in Dr. Maria Montessori’s philosophy, the program supports the earliest stages of development with a focus on independence, trust, and joyful discovery. The classroom is designed to encourage freedom of movement, sensory exploration, and secure attachment. Low, soft furnishings and developmentally appropriate materials create a peaceful space where infants can explore and develop their motor skills naturally. Trained Montessori caregivers build strong, respectful relationships with each child by responding attentively to their individual rhythms and cues. Everyday routines—like feeding, diapering, and rest—are treated as meaningful interactions that support language growth and emotional connection. Language development is also nurtured through songs, stories, and consistent verbal engagement. The program emphasizes movement and autonomy, with infants encouraged to reach, grasp, crawl, and explore at their own pace in a safe, supportive setting. Each child follows an individualized schedule, honoring their natural rhythms for sleep, feeding, and play. Parents are seen as essential partners, receiving regular communication and support to extend Montessori principles into the home. GMA doesn't just provide a daycare for your infants; our program lays a thoughtful foundation for a lifelong love of learning.

Toddler Program

12 Months Old (when independently mobile) - 2.5 Years Old

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In this class, students begin to learn the basics of Montessori education. Our Montessori toddler programs offer so much more than childcare. The classroom design fosters your young child’s emerging independence and desire for exploration. The environments are designed to promote your child’s growth in all areas of development. Learning objectives for your child at this age include developing skills such as language, concentration, problem-solving, visual discrimination, and physical coordination. Additionally, GMA Montessori toddler programs provide support and guidance for families through programs that may include parent education.

Our learning activities include:

• Self-care: Washing, Dressing, Toileting, and Eating (according to each child’s individual capacity)

• Care of the environment: Cleaning, Food preparation, and Food service; Plant care and Animal care

• Large-motor activities (indoors and out): Walking, Climbing, Running, Jumping, Balancing, Climbing steps, etc.

• Fine-motor skills: Reaching, Grasping, Picking up objects, Transferring objects, Using tools and utensils, Doing artwork

• Language: Naming objects, Describing actions and Intentions, Discussing pictures, Conversation, Music, and Singing

• Social skills: Developing manners through interactions with peers, teachers, and adult-led small group games

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