Toddler
15 months to 2.5 years old
Our Montessori Toddler Program is designed for children ages 15 months to 2.5 years old and is offered at Julia Brown Schools campuses throughout Maryland. This traditional Montessori program is tailored to the unique needs of toddlers and focuses on the development of the whole child.
This program meets 5 days a week, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM - 2:45 PM. Daily activities, led by a trained Montessori Directress, include circle time, age-appropriate Montessori materials, and outside play time. To promote independence, we will help your child with toilet training.
Using age-appropriate Montessori materials, this program will encourage your child’s development of:
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Independence
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Ability to follow simple directions
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Learning of order
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Listening
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Social skills
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Table manners
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Early phonics and language skills
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Early math concepts
Before and After Care & Summer Program can be added to this class.
Montessori Toddler Programs in Maryland
What to Expect in Our Montessori Toddler Program
Classroom
Our Montessori Toddler Classrooms are thoughtfully prepared to support independence, exploration, and individual growth. Child-accessible, low shelves allow children to choose their own Montessori materials, carry them to their workspace, and return them when they are finished. Natural tones, classic artwork, and a calm, thoughtfully designed environment create a peaceful space where toddlers can focus and learn without unnecessary visual distractions. Our certified Montessori Directress guides each child according to their individual development and readiness.
Toilet Training
In keeping with the Montessori philosophy of promoting independence, we will assist your child with toilet training. This helps support a smooth transition into our Primary Class. Backpacks are provided to all toddlers so that daily essentials, including diapers, pull-ups or training pants, as well as changes of clothing, can be easily transported to and from school.
Practical Life
After snack and lunch, our nurturing staff provide special care and time to help children practice everyday skills such as washing their hands, putting on their coats, and caring for themselves and their environment. These Practical Life activities help toddlers develop independence, coordination, and confidence.
Early Literacy & Phonics
As early as 15 months, toddlers begin building a foundation for reading by learning letter sounds. Rather than focusing only on memorizing letter names, our Montessori approach introduces children to the sounds letters make, helping develop early phonics and phonemic awareness skills.
Outdoor Play
Toddlers have opportunities to spend time outdoors as part of their daily classroom experience. Each of our campuses has its own private playground, including a toddler-only play area. Outdoor time gives children opportunities to run, explore, make friends, and develop gross-motor and social skills in a safe, supervised environment.
Uniforms
Toddlers are required to wear the school uniform. Toddlers should be dressed in comfortable clothing, adhering to our school colors of navy and khaki.
Share Your Class Night
Share Your Class Night is a cherished tradition at Julia Brown Schools. Twice a year, parents are invited to join their child in our Montessori School. Children love showing their parents around their classroom and demonstrating their favorite Montessori materials.