About Us
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Vision & Philosophy
The ultimate vision we have for our facility is twofold, and rooted in both the present and the future. For the present, our goal is for parents to feel good about their childcare choice, and that the children are safe, engaged, educated, and smiling. And for the future, we want these children to warmly look back at their experience with us, and see it as a cherished part of their childhood.
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Toddler Time Child Development Center is here to offer your children the care, comfort, fun and safety they deserve. And for you, the peace of mind that comes from knowing your child is in the best of hands. Each day promises an exciting new adventure, and we make sure each child experiences the joys of a truly caring environment.
WE PROMISE TO:
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Offer a highly qualified and loving staff
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Work with the families to nurture success in each student
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Help foster the physical, emotional and intellectual, growth of each child.
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Give special care to each child's unique individual needs
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Motivate each child to reach their fullest potential
Play-Based Learning
Your child will spend each day in child-led, play-based learning activities, including:
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Morning Announcements
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Circle Time
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Centers
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Music and Movement
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Exploring
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Sensory
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Free Choice Play
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Group Activities
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Computer Technology
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Recess
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Nutritious Meals
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Curriculum
From curriculum to teachers, our approach to early education inspires a love of learning. We are happy to announce that we are implementing our new curriculum approved bythe VA Dept of Education. The Mother Goose Experience Preschool Curriculum involves a curriculum focused on play-centered learning for our toddlers, preschool, and pre-K students. Families, teachers and the natural environment are integrated to encourage and foster curiosity, exploration and discovery. The program promotes hands-on experiences and development of 35 skills within the following areas:
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Social and Emotional Development
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Physical and Motor
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Language and Literacy
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Math and Reasoning
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Science
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Social Studies
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Creative Arts
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Second Language
Nutrious Meals
We participate in the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program. Our nutritious and balanced meals and snacks are prepared in-house daily.
Reporting and Communication
Our teachers utilize Procare daily, which allows us to keep parents and guardians up to date with photos, videos, messaging, and more.
Staff
Our teachers are highly qualified! Most have an associate's or bachelor's degree, and others are currently in school furthering their education in early childhood.
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All staff receive ongoing professional development to stay up to date on child care practices, and all are certified in CPR/First Aid, as well as MAT training.
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Our Promise
Our philosophy is simple. Toddler Time Child Development Center is here to offer your
children the care, comfort, fun and safety they deserve. And for you, the peace of mind
that comes from knowing your child is in the best of hands. Each day promises an exciting
new adventure, and we make sure each child experiences the joys of a truly caring
environment.
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We also strive to be your partner. We are completely transparent in our programs and
curriculum, we continuously self-assess and look to improve, and we make communication
with you a paramount part of the childcare environment.