 
The Montessori toddler curriculum is a unique classroom environment, beautifully designed to appeal to the child's natural curiosity and meet the diverse and special development needs of children aged 18 months to three years. It is a period characterized by the need to explore everything, move and develop large motor coordination and strength. We believe at this age there is huge expansion into language. They develop a capacity to create symbols, images and concepts and become aware of him/herself as a separate and independent person. This classroom experience is often a very delicate time for the child as well as the parent. Therefore, patience, observation, and gentle encouragement is provided to make this transitional step into Montessori.
Admission Requirements
- Entry at age 18 months - 3 years, at the child's time of readiness
- walking securely
- developmentally ready, as assessed through an interview
Admission Procedure
- Forward inquiries to the school as 931-4000 or email us
- Classroom observation will be arranged for you
- An interview will be held with parent, child and director
Extended Day Care Program
Allegro Montessori offers an extended day program with limited hours from 8:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Due to the teacher/child ratios this is offered on a pre-arranged basis only. Registration and fees are in addition to school tuition. Please direct all inquiries to the Office.
 The first three years of a child's life are the most formative. During this period, children absorb innumerable impressions from their surroundings as their inner development takes place. They thrive on routine, external order, encouragement and respect for their individuality. Our toddler program is a harmonious community that allows each child to reach his or her full potential. The teachers gently guide the children through each successive level of development and achievement, always encouraging and supportive. Socialization, toileting, separation, waiting one's turn, sharing and patience are all important lessons that each child learns.
Practical Life
In practical life they will experience real life situations and activities promoting dressing and undressing, grooming and toilet learning, carrying things, cleaning and grace and courtesy.
Sensorial Exercises
Sense awareness is learning about dimension, shapes, colors, tactile, auditory, taste and smell.
Language
Primary language development is the acquisition of the language connected to their observation and sense training. There are also stories and singing as well as special materials for more abstract vocabulary.
Cognitive Expansion
Cognitive activities expand the toddlers ability to focus and think, they develop problem solving skills and begin to teach number concepts, both quantity and symbols.
Social Development
Social development is encouraged through planned group activities such as circle time, snack time, and story time.
Art
Each week a different art activity is offered using a variety of materials and techniques. Paint, paper, and other mediums are always available for the toddler to explore.
Motor Development
Motor activities are separated into two categories; Large motor development includes the use of the gym where children can run, play with balls, practice balance and refine whole body coordination. Fine motor skills are explored through pouring, using tweezers, and other transfer work, as well as cutting and drawing.
For more information regarding our toddler program,
please contact us allegro@sasktel.net
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