Infants & Toddlers
At Olive Children, we understand that the earliest years are some of the most important in a child’s life and we are honored to be part of your child’s learning journey from the very beginning. Our Infants & Toddlers Program offers a nurturing, child-centered environment where each child is respected, supported, and encouraged to explore with confidence.
We are not simply a childcare provider; we are an extension of your home partnering with families to support each child’s developmental needs every step of the way.
Programs
Infants
8 weeks - 17 months
Our infant classrooms are filled with age-appropriate sensory experiences that support early development. Through gentle, responsive interactions, infants are introduced to:
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Sensory play and natural materials
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Music and rhythm
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Early language exploration
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Fine and gross motor activitiesTeachers document each child’s day and share insights with families, helping you stay connected to your child’s growth and development.
Toddlers
18 months - up to 36 months
Your toddler is on the move and becoming more active and independent as they begin exploring the world around them. Our curriculum helps inspire curiosity and imagination in a way that is unique to your toddler’s individual interests.
Daily Activities
Morning Meeting
Movement, music, and play. Children learn to listen, express emotions, and physical movement.
Hands-on Learning
Planned activities based on child developmental milestones.
Language Development
Children are exposed to language through reading, conversations, and singing.
Meals & Snacks
Freshly cooked meals and healthy snacks prepared daily.
Reggio Principles
Secure relationships are the curriculum
Young children learn through emotional connection. Trusting relationships with caregivers create the neurological foundation for curiosity, exploration, and later academic learning.
Environment as co-teacher
Calm lighting, natural textures, and uncluttered spaces support regulation and focus. The environment communicates safety, beauty, and respect for the child.
The body is the first language
Infants communicate through movement, gaze, sound, and touch long before spoken words. Teachers interpret these signals as meaningful expressions of thinking and intention.
Observation before instruction
Teachers carefully watch children to understand interests and developmental readiness. Instead of directing, they respond thoughtfully to what the child reveals.
Slow Care routines are learning moments
Daily routines are not interruptions to learning—they are learning. Feeding, diapering, and dressing become opportunities for dialogue, connection, and cognitive growth.
Consistency builds trust
Predictable rhythms help children feel safe enough to explore. When the day follows familiar patterns, children develop confidence and independence.
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