Toddler Community

For children ages 18 months to 2.5 years

(ages vary by location)

A Pearlite toddler community is designed for the boundless energy and intense need for independence that are the signature features of toddlerhood.

Rather than distracting toddlers from the real-world activities they're most interested in and telling them they can't, we provide every child with the intentional classroom environment, the tools, and the freedom they need so that they can.

We give them the chance to actively build self-control and feel their own importance and value in caring for themselves and others.

What to Expect in Our Toddler Community

Practical Life Skills

Children learn to care for themselves and their environment through activities like pouring, washing, dressing, and food preparation.

Language Development

Rich vocabulary building through conversations, songs, books, and naming activities that expand communication skills.

Sensorial Exploration

Hands-on materials that refine the senses and help children understand and categorize their experiences.

Movement & Coordination

Opportunities for both gross and fine motor development through purposeful activities and outdoor exploration.

Social & Emotional Growth

Learning to interact with peers, express feelings appropriately, and develop grace and courtesy in daily interactions.

Independence & Confidence

Building self-reliance through child-sized tools and furniture that allow toddlers to do real work independently.

A Typical Day

Morning Work Cycle

Uninterrupted time for children to choose activities, work with materials, and engage in meaningful experiences at their own pace.

Outdoor Time

Daily opportunities for gross motor development, nature exploration, and fresh air in our safe outdoor spaces.

Meals & Snacks

Family-style dining where children practice pouring, serving, and table manners while enjoying nutritious meals together.

Rest Time

Quiet time for rest and rejuvenation, respecting each child's individual sleep needs.

Music, Art & Movement

Creative expression through songs, simple instruments, art materials, and movement activities.

Our Toddler Community in Action

Toddler working with materials Teacher guiding child Practical life activity Classroom environment

Ready to Learn More?

Schedule a tour to see our toddler community in action.