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Program Goals: Toddlers (approx. 15 mo. - 24 mo.)
1. To provide a nurturing, flexible and calm atmosphere where physical affection is freely given and an emphasis is placed on contact and interaction with a limited number of primary caregivers.
2. To develop trust and respect between child and staff and form a healthy and stable attachment between the two.
3. To develop a predictable and stimulating environment with a schedule of activities for learning that inludes sensory, motor, language and self knowledge skills with opportunities for outdoor stimulation and experiences.
4. To support and encourage autonomy and independence within everyday experiences to help achieve self-esteem and confidence.
5. To be supportive of parents, helping with separation anxiety, encouraging involvement and open and honest communmication while using tact and discretion.
6. To establish room awareness among staff so that a safe environment is always present.
7. To encourage social development through cooperative play.
8. To establish an observation system in which notes on children and their daily activiities and schedules are kept and to ensure that individual schedules and routines are respected and followed.
9. To develop staff potential through proper supervision by making expectations clear, following through to see that the expectations are met, and utilizing staff input and their abilities.