Toddler
18 Months - 2.5 Years
Fostering Independence, Confidence, and a Love for Learning
At PLM, our Toddler Program provides a nurturing, calm, and thoughtfully prepared environment where toddlers can explore, move, and grow with purpose. This stage of development is filled with curiosity, big emotions, and the beginnings of independence—our program is designed to support all of that and more.
What Makes Our Toddler Program Special?
Early Montessori Foundations
Toddlers are natural explorers. In our classrooms, they are given the freedom to choose from a variety of Montessori materials that are developmentally appropriate, hands-on, and designed to promote:
Concentration and focus
Fine and gross motor development
Cognitive and language growth
Language & Communication
At this stage, language is blooming. Our educators gently support toddlers in developing vocabulary and expressing their needs through:
Songs and finger plays
Daily storytelling and read-alouds
Simple conversations and guided interactions
Early exposure to the French language through playful activities
Practical Life Skills
Everyday routines are rich with learning opportunities. Our toddlers are empowered to:
Dress themselves (zipping, buttoning, and putting on shoes)
Pour their own water or serve a snack
Tidy up after activities
These moments build independence, coordination, and confidence in their abilities.
Social & Emotional Growth
We help toddlers navigate the world of social relationships. With patient guidance, they learn:
How to express emotions appropriately
Sharing and taking turns
Helping others and contributing to the classroom community
Connection with Nature
Daily outdoor time is an essential part of our routine. Whether it's exploring leaves, feeling the textures of bark, or simply enjoying the fresh air, our toddlers develop an early appreciation for the natural world.
Daily outdoor play to encourage movement, curiosity, and exploration
Nature walks where children collect leaves, observe insects, and engage their senses
Sensory experiences like feeling tree bark, soil, water, and grass
Gardening activities to introduce the life cycle of plants and care for living things
Bug and critter observation to spark wonder and respect for small creatures
Creative & Sensory Exploration
Toddlers are encouraged to express themselves and discover the world using all their senses. Our program includes:
Art and open-ended creative activities
Music, movement, and rhythm
Sensory play using natural and safe materials
Program Highlights
Low child-to-educator ratio for individualized attention
Child-sized furniture and materials to promote autonomy
Predictable routines to provide a sense of security
Ongoing communication with families to support consistent growth
A Gentle Start to Lifelong Learning
Our Toddler Program is often a child’s first experience in a school-like setting. At PLM, we ensure that this first step is filled with warmth, encouragement, and joyful discovery.