ALCUIN MONTESSORI
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 All-Year Toddler (Ages 15 to 35 months)

  At this age (between one and a half and two and a half years) children have a need to develop independence." - Maria Montessori
The DCFS-licensed Toddler class, at our Roosevelt Campus, is a continuation of the Infant class.  The children continue to work on the pursuit of independence, language development, and toileting.  The beauty and order of the classroom and its materials entice them to touch and explore.  Activities continue to focus on the child’s developing motor, language, and social skills.  Academics also enter the program at this time. The teacher guides and reassures them in their work.

The program helps to prepare the child not just for school, but also for life. Children do not need to be toilet-trained to participate, as toilet-training is an integral part of our Toddler program. 

The class is composed of three elements: the prepared environment, observation, and non-directive guidance. Classes focus on practical life exercises, sensory exploration, and vocabulary enrichment to help children acquire a sense of order. The Toddler classroom allows children to move easily from large muscle movement areas to fine motor exercises, including pouring, sweeping, dusting, buttoning, zipping, and table setting. A child's inclination for independence is respected by giving them skills to accomplish tasks independently.

This provides opportunities for freedom and exploration in a safe and loving atmosphere.  The children learn to take care of themselves and their surroundings, and develop skills to communicate with one another. Lessons of Grace and Courtesy help the children develop respect for themselves, for others, and for the (class) environment.

DAILY SCHEDULE
  • 7:15 - 9:00 a.m.       
    Children arrive, toileting, breakfast, begin work cycle
  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.           
    Work cycle, line time, recess
  • 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.                    
    Lunch, naps
  • 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.                      
    Snack, after school play/activities, outside time, departure
Download our Toddler Curriculum Document to learn more about the program.   

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Recommended reading:
  • Michael Olaf's Montessori Child Development Stages, Year 1-2
  • Michael Olaf's Montessori Child Development Stages, Year 2-3 
  • Montessori from the Start - Paula Polk Lillard
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ALCUIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL  |  324 North Oak Park Avenue  |  Oak Park, Illinois 60302  | 708.366.1882

  • About
    • Welcome
    • At a Glance
    • Accreditation
    • Mission & History
    • COVID-19 Precautions
    • Board of Trustees
    • Parent Volunteer Program
    • Meet Our Team >
      • Faculty and Staff
      • Administration
    • Employment
    • Alcuin Alumni >
      • Alumni Quotes
      • Alumni Questionnaire
  • Montessori Education
    • Dr. Maria Montessori
    • Why Montessori?
    • Montessori vs Traditional
    • Videos
  • Academics
    • Curriculum Benchmark
    • All Year Infant
    • All Year Toddler
    • Primary
    • Extended Day
    • All Year Primary
    • Elementary
    • Middle School >
      • High School and Beyond
      • Middle School Class Page
      • The Bee's Knees Bakehouse
    • Redwood at Alcuin
    • Summer Camp
    • Before/After Care
    • Enrichment
  • Admissions
    • Process
    • Application
    • Infant and Toddler Virtual Tour
    • Virtual Tour
    • Tuition & Financial Aid
  • Giving
    • Annual Fund
    • Contribute Online
    • Auction & Celebration >
      • Online Auction
      • Auction Donation
  • Alcuin Blog
  • Calendar
  • Contact Us