2-Year-Old Program
A two-year-old has a busy brain. They are curious to learn and understand the world around them, and it can seem complex and overwhelming at times. We use nature and arts curriculum as the starting point for our programming, creating learning experiences that stimulate all the senses and nurture their curiosity.
About
We use our project approach and the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Healthy Beginnings framework for lesson planning, and MSDE's Ages & Stages developmental screenings for assessment.
MSDE requires a teacher-to-student ratio of 1:6, but the center strives to keep it at approximately 1:4. A Lead Teacher facilitates, and two student assistants support the classroom community.
Schedule
- 7:30 - 8:20 a.m. – Welcome & indoor exploration
- 8:20 a.m. – Diaper check & hand washing
- 8:30 a.m. – Breakfast
- 8:55 a.m. – Large group
- 9:05 a.m. – Diaper check
- 9:15 a.m. – Classroom exploration
- 9:50 a.m. – Large group
- 10:10 a.m.– Small groups
- 10:30 a.m. – Outdoor exploration
- 11:20 a.m. – Diaper check & hand washing
- 11:30 a.m. – Lunch
- 12:00 p.m. – Diaper check & story
- 12:30 p.m. – Nap & rest time
- 2:30 p.m. – Nap clean-up & diaper check
- 2:45 p.m. – Snack
- 3:00 p.m. – Songs & story
- 3:15 p.m. – Outdoor exploration
- 4:00 p.m. – Diaper check
- 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. – Indoor exploration