Choosing the right daycare for your toddler is a big step and one you want to take time to decide. With many daycare centers available, it may seem like a daunting task whittling the list down to one, but it can be done.
Considerations and Readiness for Daycare
Placing your toddler in daycare may be the only option if family members or a trusted friend is not available. At Horizon Education Centers, we take the stress out of finding a caring daycare center.
If you're unsure whether or not daycare is the right place for your toddler, ask yourself these questions:
- Is your child going to benefit by being in a daycare environment interacting with other children?
- Will your child be happy learning new things?
- Does your child like to share and play with others?
- Will socializing with other children be a good thing?
Benefits of Horizon Education Centers
If you answered 'yes' to these questions, then the toddler program at Horizon will prepare your child for the next step in their development. The curriculum for toddlers ages 18-36 months is a thorough program designed for this age group and includes:
- Indoor and outdoor activities centered around the children
- Educational and interactive activities
- Interaction and socialization with other children
- Cognitive and learning skills
- Supportive motor skills activities
- Creative arts and crafts projects
- Learning how to be self sufficient
- Understanding numbers
- Supports learning through songs, words and gestures
- Helps with potty training
The programs are supervised by experienced teachers who understand the importance of nurturing children and supporting them while they learn new things.
The toddler program is available for the full week or daily. It is a solid first step in preparing your child for the next step, which is getting ready for kindergarten. Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have.
