Infant program | We develop and nurture infants in multiple dimensions
Infants grow, develop, and mature at different rates and in their own unique ways. Babies enter the infant room at a variety of ages, ranging from approximately 2 to 11 months. Each infant has the opportunity to build a trusting relationship with their infant room teacher. As the teacher gets to know each child, they establish an appropriate starting point that supports the infant’s individual learning, development, and growth. Throughout their time in the infant room, teachers provide experiences that help prepare each child for a successful transition to our Toddler classrooms once they reach 12 months.
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Spiritual
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Hears bible stories, songs, and prayers during the day
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Follows the Gospel Light Infant Bible Curriculum
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Enjoys Christian children’s music in the classroom
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Physical
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Plenty of space for large movement
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Encouragement of physical skills, such as rolling over, crawling, and walking
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Equipment provided for developing physical skills
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Opportunities to try new and interesting solid foods
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Cognitive
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Babies are constantly hearing the spoken word (not baby talk)
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Infants are taught basic sign language to encourage communication
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Babies are read to throughout the day
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Social and Emotional
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Is given the opportunity to interact with others besides parents and primary caregiver
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Enjoys plenty of social interaction with other babies
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Practices separation from parents
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Infants are held, rocked, carried, and played with, on a consistent basis
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Self-help
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Babies are given daily chances to practice eating and drinking on their own
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Are given utensils and sippy cups for practice