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| Jane Joswiak |
Paidea Parent
As a former ECFE parent I was hesitant to take my twins to daycare. But with a strong recommendation, I chose Paidea. When I attended the first parent night where we discuss our children’s emotional and physical development, I knew I had made the right decision.
Paidea is the only place I would entrust my children and the parent nights have been priceless in the knowledge I have gained to work with Paidea’s philosophies and raise emotionally connected, enthusiastic and secure children.
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Toddler Program
Age: 16 months - 3 years
Our programs are based on the needs of the children.
Everything we do is the result of a conscious decision based on what is best for the child.
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Purpose
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Low child/teacher ratio
Small groups (10 children with 2 teachers. If group is divided between teachers the maximum ratio would be 4-1 for young toddlers and 6-1 for older toddlers.)
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Individual attention and a calm environment are critical for toddlers. A small group and low teacher/child ratio is necessary to accomplish this goal.
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Mixed age group
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- Children can learn from each other
- Children remain with one teacher longer for attachment
- Children play different roles within a group (baby, helper)
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Focus on exploring the environment (open, shut, build, touch, move, climb, etc.)
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This is what toddlers naturally want and need to do to promote cognitive and physical growth
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Learning about ownership ("mine") and turn-taking ("I want it when you are done")
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Learned skills and necessary steps to cooperative play
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Offering choices
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Helps children learn to be problem-solvers and decision-makers
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Understanding feelings
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The beginnings of teaching emotional intelligence sills
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