Toddlers

JR Toddler
During the month of September, the toddlers will continue to build on the skills they developed during their time in the infant program. The focus will be on becoming more independent, strengthening relationships with educators and friends, communicating their needs and feelings, and developing confidence in daily routines. Children will be encouraged to practice simple self-help skills such as washing hands, cleaning up toys, putting belongings away, feeding themselves, and making simple choices throughout the day. Children will explore the theme “All About Me.” They will talk about their names, body parts, feelings, likes and dislikes. Children will participate in songs, stories, mirror play, simple art activities, movement games, and sensory experiences. Educators will encourage children to use words, gestures, and expressions to communicate their needs and feelings. Children will explore friendship, sharing, helping, and taking turns. Through pretend play, books, music, art, blocks, and sensory activities, children will have opportunities to develop social and language skills while learning to play alongside and with their peers. Children will explore “Colors, Shapes and Numbers.” They will practice recognizing and naming familiar colors, exploring simple shapes, counting small groups of
objects, and comparing big and small. Activities will include sorting, matching, stacking, puzzles, playdough, painting, water play, and block building. More over children will explore “Fall and Nature.” As the season changes, children will observe leaves, trees, apples, weather, and other natural materials. They will participate in nature walks, collecting and exploring leaves, sensory activities, painting, music, and simple fall crafts. Throughout September, children will have daily opportunities for outdoor play, music and movement, stories, sensory exploration, creative art, dramatic play, and child- directed play. Educators will continue to support toddlers in developing independence, positive relationships, language and communication, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and confidence. 

SR Toddler
September is a month of new beginnings and getting comfortable in our Senior Toddler room. Our focus is on building relationships, learning our daily routines, and helping the children feel safe and welcome. We will continue practice routines such as handwashing, meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, and transitions while encouraging the children to become more independent. Our daily activities will include sensory play, art, music and movement, stories, outdoor play, and hands-on activities. We will explore fall, colours, nature, and the changing season while following the children’s interests. Through play and everyday routines, we will support social skills, communication, physical development, and independence.

School Age

September is an exciting time as we welcome everyone back and settle into a new school year! This month, our programming will focus on teamwork, creativity, and having fun together. Children will have plenty of opportunities to enjoy outside time, including active play, outdoor challenges, and exploring the changes that come with the beginning of fall. We will offer a variety of art activities that encourage creativity and self-expression, along with group games that promote cooperation, communication, and positive relationships. Children will also have opportunities to relax, socialize, make choices, and participate in activities based on their interests. We look forward to a September filled with friendship, creativity, outdoor fun, and new experiences!