Infant & Toddler Program (11 months – 3 years)

Infant & Toddler Program (11 months – 3 years)

At Rising Gems Early Learning, our Infant & Toddler program is designed especially for children from 11 months to 3 years old.
We know these are big years for growth, so we focus on creating a safe, loving, and play-based environment where your child can feel secure, explore freely, and build strong relationships with trusted educators.

Our Approach

• Warm, responsive care – Educators offer lots of cuddles, gentle words, and one-on-one attention, helping children feel safe and understood.
• Reggio-inspired learning – We follow the child’s interests and curiosity, using real materials and open-ended play to support natural exploration.
• Play-based development – Through simple daily routines and hands-on activities, we support language, movement, thinking skills, and social-emotional growth.
• Small group environment – A calm, home-like space and low child-to-educator ratios allow us to really get to know each child and family.

What Children Experience

Our Infant & Toddler program includes a balance of structured routines and free exploration, such as:

• Sensory and fine-motor play
  Water play, rice or bean bins, playdough, soft blocks, and simple tools to help little hands strengthen and explore.
• Gross motor and movement
  Climbing, crawling, pushing, pulling, dancing, obstacle paths, and indoor/outdoor gross-motor play to support coordination and body awareness.
• Creative arts & monthly themes
  Age-appropriate art with non-toxic materials, simple crafts, finger painting, and seasonal/interest-based projects that build creativity without pressure.
• Early STEM and discovery
  Simple science activities like pouring and scooping, exploring light and shadow, cause-and-effect toys, building with blocks, and nature investigation.
• Music, dance & yoga time
  Songs, instruments, rhythm games, simple yoga stretches, and movement stories that support language, listening skills, and self-regulation.
• Outdoor and nature play
  Daily outdoor time (weather permitting) for fresh air, gross-motor play, and exploring natural materials like leaves, sticks, water, and sand.
• Social and emotional learning
  Gentle guidance for sharing, turn-taking, expressing feelings, and building friendships in a calm and respectful environment.

A Day in Our Infant & Toddler Program

A typical day may include:

• Morning welcome & free play
  Soft start to the day, greeting educators and friends, quiet exploration of toys and materials.
• Morning snack
  Healthy, simple snacks to keep little bodies fueled.
• Circle time
  Songs, stories, fingerplays, and simple group activities based on children’s interests.
• Learning centres & projects
  Small-group or individual play with art, sensory bins, building materials, and discovery activities.
• Outdoor play
  Gross-motor play, nature exploration, and fresh air.
• Lunch & rest time
  Calm, unhurried meals followed by naps or quiet time, respecting each child’s routine as much as possible.
• Afternoon snack & play
  More time for play, music, movement, and connection with educators and peers before pick-up.

(Exact times and activities may vary based on the children’s needs and rhythms.)

Schedule & Enrollment

• Age group: 11 months – 3 years
• Days per week: Minimum 2 days up to 5 days per week
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (full-day care)
• Program focus: Warm, nurturing, Reggio-inspired, play-based learning

Spaces are limited to keep our groups small and calm.
To inquire about availability or book a tour, please visit our Inquiry page or contact us directly.