Our Curriculum
At Twigs to Trees Child Development Center, love is our guiding principle, and excellence is our standard. Through teacher professional development, training and collaboration, our our educators remain grounded in developmentally appropriate practice and stay ahead with the latest research and practices in early childhood education.
Through an emergent, hands-on, developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum, our team creates a loving and immersive environment that sparks curiosity and creativity and also fosters a deep, lasting love for learning. Families are at the core of our philosophy, and we believe that empowering children and families is central to each child's developmental journey and success.
Infant Classroom
Age 3 months - 24 months
Welcome to our exceptional infant class, where every detail is thoughtfully designed to provide a nurturing and enriching environment for our youngest learners. Our experienced caregivers are dedicated to creating a safe haven, fostering a sense of trust and attachment crucial for infant development.
In this carefully crafted program, your little one will engage in developmentally appropriate activities that support their sensory, cognitive, and motor milestones. We will teach and use baby sign language to support your child's communication and language development. Our commitment to safety is paramount, with childproofed spaces, secure sleep arrangements, and meticulous hygiene practices.
Communication with families is key, and we keep parents and guardians informed with regular updates on feeding, diaper changes, and those precious developmental milestones.
Our consistent routines, paired with nature-inspired elements like soft natural light and gentle sounds, create a calming and explorative atmosphere for our infants.
With a low caregiver-to-infant ratio (1:3), we prioritize individualized attention, ensuring each infant receives the care they need to thrive.
Our caregivers undergo ongoing professional development, staying abreast of the latest research and best practices in infant care.
We believe in the importance of parental involvement, offering opportunities for parents to engage with their infants and actively participate in their learning journey. Our inclusive practices embrace diversity, accommodating various cultural considerations, family structures, and individual preferences.
Health and wellness are integral to our program, with a focus on proper nutrition, hygiene, and regular health check-ups.
Join us in this special space, where your infant will receive the utmost care, attention, and support during these foundational early years.
Toddler Classroom
Age 18 months - 36 months
In our dynamic toddler class, each day unfolds as an exciting chapter in their unique development of active and curious 18-36 month olds. Our dedicated team of caregivers specialize in meeting the distinct needs of toddlers, creating a secure and stimulating environment that nurtures their active curiosity and supports essential developmental milestones.
In this interactive class, our toddlers engage in hands-on, age-appropriate activities meticulously crafted to foster specific aspects of their growth. Through playful interactions, storytelling, and age-appropriate vocabulary building, we prioritize fostering language skills to enhance communication and expression. The activities our staff prepares focus on the development of both fine and gross motor skills, encouraging toddlers to explore movement, coordination, and manipulative tasks that support physical development.
Our program also emphasizes building positive relationships, sharing, and collaborative play to nurture social skills and emotional well-being during this crucial developmental stage.
We guide toddlers in gaining independence by incorporating activities that encourage self-help skills, such as feeding themselves, dressing, toileting and basic hygiene routines. Safety always remains our top priority, with thoughtfully designed spaces, supervised play areas, and stringent hygiene practices to ensure a secure and healthy setting for your toddler's exploration.
With a low caregiver-to-toddler ratio (1:4), our program places a strong emphasis on individualized attention, fostering close connections between caregivers and our lively toddlers.
Preschool Classroom
Age 24 months - Kindergarten
Welcome to our engaging preschool class, a space where young minds embark on a journey of discovery, joyous learning and wholistic development.
Our preschool curriculum is play-based, recognizing that play is the natural way children learn. Through purposeful play, children explore, experiment, and make sense of the world around them. This approach fosters a love for learning, encourages curiosity, and promotes social interactions.
We believe in the power of connecting with nature. Our preschoolers engage in many activities that take them outdoors, providing opportunities for exploration and an appreciation for the environment. Nature-inspired exploration enhances creativity, physical development, and a sense of wonder.
Through play, our preschool program emphasizes essential skills such as early literacy, numeracy, social interaction, and self-regulation, in order to ensure that each child is well-prepared for a smooth transition to kindergarten. In addition, we incorporate Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) principles, our activities spark curiosity and develop problem-solving skills. This STEAM-focused approach prepares children for the challenges of the 21st century, laying a strong foundation for future learning.
Celebrating diversity and inclusion is fundamental to our philosophy. We create an environment where every child feels valued and respected, embracing various cultural perspectives, family structures, and individual differences.
Language development is enriched through our dual language offerings, including multilingual activities for our preschoolers and a celebration of various cultures and languages.
Family involvement is a cornerstone of our approach. We believe in the power of partnership between educators and families and we do all we can to ensure a collaborative approach to a child's learning journey.