763-323-0741 1333 5th Ave S. • Anoka, MN 55303
At Montessori Renaissance Academy, our Toddler Program introduces children to the Montessori Method in a way that feels natural and engaging. Our teachers guide each child as they develop independence, confidence, and a love of learning through purposeful activities designed for this important stage of development.
Children typically remain in the Toddler Program from 16 to 32 months before moving into Children’s House.
The toddler program curriculum includes:
Every day in our Toddler Program is filled with opportunities to build confidence, independence, and new skills. Through hands-on activities and gentle guidance, children learn to care for themselves, interact respectfully with others, and explore the world around them. These everyday experiences create the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
At MRA, we encourage toddlers to do as much for themselves as they are ready to do. Putting on shoes, washing hands, cleaning up after activities, and choosing their own work all help children develop confidence and independence.
Our classrooms are carefully designed so children can move freely, make age-appropriate choices, and practice new skills with gentle guidance from their teachers.
We encourage children to learn the basics of caring from themselves. Along with learning the importance of personal hygiene, the toddlers also learn how to use the bathroom independently, and practice undressing and redressing themselves for this. Our child sized bathroom facilities located in our classroom give great opportunities for your child to have success with potty training at school!
We encourage children to walk into the classroom with their lunch boxes, and put their shoes and slippers in the correct places. Toddlers are able to locate their own lockers in the hallway, and can get themselves ready for class with little assistance from staff and parents.
Physical work and curriculum provided to students are age appropriate and challenging, giving the student the ability to grow physically and intellectually. Some Montessori based materials introduced to and mastered at this young age are learning how to carry a tray, learning how to scoop, use tongs, and pour.
In class and at meal times, we practice good manners, grace, and etiquette such as recognizing and respecting personal belongings, learning how to sit in a chair appropriately, how to have good table manners and how to ask politely for something that you want.
We encourage parents to participate in their child’s growth by allowing their toddler to do the activities we have shown them at school, at home. Many of these things take extra time in the short run, but pay huge dividends in the long run as your child takes more initiative and becomes more independent and self-confident.
Choosing your child’s first school is a big decision. We’d love to answer your questions, introduce you to our Toddler Program, and help you discover whether Montessori Renaissance Academy is the right fit for your family.
We would love to share the benefits of a Montessori education with you! Call 763-323-0741 or reach out to learn more.