
Development Focus (EYFS Areas)
- Communication & Language: first words, understanding.
- Physical Development: coordination, mark making.
- PSED: independence, confidence.
- Emerging Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, Expressive Arts.
What Teaching Looks Like
- Clear, short instructions.
- Naming everything children interact with.
- Encouraging speech without pressure.
Literacy Foundations
- Sharing picture books daily.
- Naming pictures and objects.
- Encouraging mark making.
Mathematics Foundations
- Counting songs and rhymes.
- Sorting objects by shape or colour
- Using number language in play
Understanding the World
- Exploring everyday objects.
- Talking about routines and people.
Expressive Arts & Design
- Singing, dancing, drawing, painting.
What to Observe
- Uses 10–20 words.
- Understands simple instructions.
- Matches similar objects.
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Toddlers Objectives
| Area | Expected Development | Objective (What We Are Working Towards) |
| Listening & Language | Follows simple instructions, uses words | Encourage verbal communication and understanding |
| Social & Emotional | Plays alongside peers | Support social interaction and early turn-taking |
| Physical | Runs, climbs, scribbles | Improve coordination and fine motor control |
| Literacy | Turns pages, enjoys stories | Build listening skills and story awareness |
| Mathematics | Counts to 5, sorts objects | Develop early counting and sorting skills |
| Understanding the World | Observes environment | Encourage observation and naming of surroundings |
| Expressive Arts | Enjoys music and movement | Support self-expression through movement and sound |
Program Details
- Age18–30 months
- Class DurationHalf Day/Full Day
- Lessons12
- Students15
- CertificationsYes
- LanguageEnglish & French
