Infants Program: 6 weeks to 12 months
Learning Environment: In our bright and stimulating infant classroom, each day is filled with thoughtfully designed activities to address the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional needs of every child. Through observations and assessments, our dedicated and highly qualified teachers plan a curriculum that promotes children’s developmental milestones.
Our Curriculum: Our primary lesson planning is based on the Creative and TLCA curriculum. The infant room teachers possess extensive knowledge of early child development and enjoy creating individualized plans for each child in their care. They work with each baby at their current developmental level, encouraging progress towards milestones and celebrating achievements. Activities are presented in a fun and supportive manner, allowing each child to feel relaxed throughout their day at The Lewis Chatman Academy.
Daily Schedule: The Lewis Chatman Academy structures each day to meet the unique needs of each child, aiming to maintain a schedule similar to their home routine. Parents are asked to complete a form summarizing their child’s typical day, and we customize our plan to align with their home schedule. A baby’s day generally includes the following components:
Our infant curriculum lays a strong foundation for your little one’s future growth and development. By fostering strong bonds, learning through play, and stimulating their five senses, our youngest students are encouraged to explore their surroundings in a safe and nurturing environment. Primary caregivers introduce a theme-based curriculum enriched with programs like Singing Sprouts, Spanish Sprouts, and Signing Sprouts.
Fine Motor: Infants develop fine motor skills by clapping to music, picking up finger foods, and holding their favorite toys, enhancing hand and finger dexterity as well as hand-eye coordination.
Language: Language skills flourish through hearing and processing sounds, palate development, expressing wants and needs, repetition, and using American Sign Language. This helps reduce pre-verbal frustration by bridging the gap between desire and ability to communicate, ensuring their needs are understood.
Movement in Space: Crawling, exploring their environment, and taking their first steps help babies strengthen their bodies from head to toe.
Social & Emotional: Smiles embrace and encouraging words build trust and help children thrive socially, setting the stage for healthy relationships.
Cognitive: Stimulating brain function invites infants to become investigators, cheering on their discoveries and developing skills like object permanence and rationalization.
