Toddler Daycare (2 Year Olds)

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Welcome to our Toddler Program at Small Discoveries Preschool, a trusted toddler daycare in Jersey City. Our program, designed for children ages 18 Months – 2.5, is a vibrant and nurturing place where your child’s natural curiosity blossoms. We believe in the power of play to unlock learning and development in a safe, stimulating environment.

We understand that finding the right toddler childcare is a major milestone, especially in the bustling Jersey City area. Our experienced teachers are experts at guiding a child’s first social experience. They create a supportive classroom where children feel comfortable exploring and interacting, fostering confidence and a love for learning. For many families in Bergen-Lafayette and the wider Jersey City area, we are the ideal preschool for 2 year olds who are ready for a structured, yet fun, environment.

What Makes Our Toddler Care Program Special?

Inspired by the best in early childhood education, our program for 1 and 2 year olds focuses on these key areas of development:

• Social & Emotional Growth: We help toddlers learn to share, cooperate, and develop empathy. Our teachers create a positive and encouraging environment where children build confidence and learn to navigate social interactions.
• Language & Communication: Through songs, stories, and conversations, we help toddlers expand their vocabulary and develop their communication skills. We encourage them to express themselves and listen to others.
• Cognitive Development: We introduce early math concepts, colors, shapes, and problem-solving through play-based activities. We spark their curiosity and encourage them to explore the world around them.
• Fine & Gross Motor Skills: From painting and drawing to running and climbing, we provide ample opportunities for toddlers to develop their fine motor skills and their gross motor skills.
• Creative Expression: We encourage toddlers to explore their creativity through art, music, and movement. We believe that self-expression is crucial for their overall development.

A Day in the Life of a Small Discoveries Toddler

Our days are filled with a mix of structured activities and free play, allowing toddlers to explore their interests and learn at their own pace. A typical day at our daycare for toddlers may include:

• Circle time with songs and stories.
• Learning centers focused on different skills (e.g., puzzles, building blocks, art).
• Outdoor play in our secure Jersey City outdoor space.
• Meal and snack times where we encourage self-help skills.
• Rest and quiet time.

Little Lion’ Toddler Schedule

Time	Activity
7:00-8:00 AM ET	Gathering & Table Top Activity
8:30-9:30 AM ET	Breakfast & Table Top Activity (bathroom and handwashing break before and after)
9:30-10:00 AM ET	Greeting Circle Time: review of calendar, weather, letters, numbers, reading books, singing songs, music & movement
10:00-11:00 AM ET	LARGE GROUP Time Depending on the day of the week (Yoga)
11:00-12:00 PM ET	Alternate classrooms Outdoor Play and/or Indoor Open Play: Child-initiated play as well as various organized activities (bathroom and handwashing break before and after)
12:00-12:30 PM ET	Lunch (bathroom and handwashing break before and after)
12:40-2:30 PM ET	Nap Time
2:30-3:00 PM ET	Afternoon snack (bathroom and handwashing break before and after)
3:00-4:00 PM ET	Small Group Time
4:00 PM ET	Extended Care Begins
4:00-6:00 PM ET	Outdoor Play and/or Indoor Open Play: Child-initiated play as well as various organized activities (bathroom and handwashing break before and after)