Ages 1 – 2 Years
Hands-on discovery, creative play, and early language development for curious explorers finding their voice. Our toddler rooms are designed for safe exploration, building confidence, communication, and independence.
Songs, stories, conversations, and vocabulary-building activities help toddlers develop communication skills during this critical language window.
Climbing, stacking, pouring, painting — every activity strengthens fine and gross motor skills as bodies grow stronger.
A thoughtful balance of teacher-led activities and child-directed exploration ensures learning happens naturally throughout the day.
Sharing, turn-taking, and empathy are woven into daily interactions, building the social foundations that serve children for life.
Each day brings circle time, art exploration, outdoor play, sensory bins, music, and story time. Toddlers thrive on routine, so our schedule provides predictable structure with room for spontaneous discovery.
Meals and snacks are nutritious and served family-style when possible, encouraging independence and healthy eating habits from the start.
Free play & arrival
Songs, calendar & stories
Art, water play & textures
Playground & gross motor
Family-style dining
Free choice & pickup
"My shy toddler has blossomed into the most confident, talkative little person since starting at Dixon Academy. The teachers know exactly how to draw her out. She runs to the door every morning!"
Tour our classrooms, meet our teachers, and watch your toddler's face light up.