Experienced Teachers

In each age group, our experienced teachers provide activities to help build new skills and improve confidence. Our staff of teachers and caregivers understand the importance of learning and developing critical skills early on in life. Learn about the programs provided in each age group below.

Our child care center is focused on providing developmentally appropriate activities for every child in our care. From 6 weeks to 5 years, our programs aim to meet the needs of each child’s individual age and development level. Children work at their own pace, establishing an enthusiasm for life-long learning. We work hard to create a fun, loving, organized, and stimulating environment that your children will feel comfortable in.

Infant Room
6 weeks - 12 Months

At Dandelion Day School, our caregivers focus on primary caregiving. We work to help every child build a sense of security and lay a foundation for the development of confidence and trust. We work closely with the parents to customize a daily routine that will fit the family’s needs. Our staff is educated and trained in infant development and we provide a stimulating, safe, and secure environment to encourage the infants to explore and trust their caregivers.

Toddler
1 year olds

Short group activities are essential for this group. We build upon their interest and share the joy of uncovering the pleasures of everyday life. Your child will be surrounded with meaningful language to enhance the learning value of each new experience. Your child will be given the tools to experiment with newly acquired abilities. They will discover that they can make things happen. This increased awareness occurs while the children are enjoying sand play, water play, toy riding, shape sorting, block building, kitchen play, ball bouncing, and many other activities.

Pre-K 1
2 and 3 year olds

Social development is very important. Children are developing stronger relationships and learning how to treat each other. Sharing, caring, helping, manners, and healthy habits are some of the concepts the children practice. Using words to express emotion is a main focus in the class. The children learn to verbalize feelings and ask for what they want. Sitting during circle time, paying attention at story time, listening to each other speak and practicing patience, help prepare the children for a structured school day. In addition to social skills, the children practice writing, numbers, sensory play art and dramatic play (just to name a few!). Please see our curriculum page for more information.

Pre-K 2
4 year olds

Kindergarten preparation is emphasized. The teacher prepares lessons geared toward reading readiness skills and self- expression. The children are offered a variety of activities to enhance social development, as well as pre-math and pre-reading skills. Children will build a strong academic foundation through structured learning and carefully planned curriculum. Please see our curriculum page for more information.

Enrichment Programs

We also offer enrichment programs to enhance your child’s learning and fun here at Dandelion Day School. These additional programs give children the opportunity to become more interested in their own personal creative outlets.

Children can discover more ways to express their individuality and creative thinking. Regular child care activities and these special programs will help to encourage characteristics such as self-confidence, curiosity, persistence, initiative, and the ability to focus.