Harvest Child & Youth Development Center

Harvest Child & Youth Development Center

Toddler Learning Program in Delaware (1–2 Years Old)

Laying the foundation for faith-filled learning

Our toddler program is designed to support your child’s growth during this important stage of development. Children build foundational skills in:

In our nurturing, mixed-age classroom, toddlers explore, play, and grow in a joyful environment rooted in faith. With guidance from caring, Christ-like teachers, children form friendships, practice problem-solving, and develop independence through structured routines and hands-on learning.

Daily experiences in movement, music, and purposeful play help toddlers see themselves as confident, capable contributors—to both their classroom community and God’s greater world.

Teachers create weekly lesson plans and actively observe and document each child’s progress, ensuring personalized support and intentional growth.

Activities for toddlers

Exploration with age- appropriate toys

Sensory experiences (water play, safe textures)

Gross motor development (walking, climbing, balancing)

Early language development through songs, stories, and conversations

Introduction to dramatic play and imaginative games

Social interaction with peers

Why choose Harvest Child & Youth Development Center’s Toddler program?

Loving, caring, certified teachers

Safe, nurturing environment

Use ProCare for communication

Use Creative Curriculum focusing on the essential foundation of learning

Daily routines and experiences to help your child’s growth and development

We support the development of every child’s individual skill, interests, and talents, empowering them to thrive in their own unique way.

We fill each day with fun and discovery, creating engaging opportunities for children to learn through play.

Want to see how your child can grow in a Christ-centered environment?

What Children Learn in Our Toddler Program

Our toddler childcare program is designed to support every stage of early childhood development through age-appropriate routines, activities, and play-based learning experiences.

Children develop foundational skills in:

• Social and emotional development
• Early language and communication
• Gross and fine motor skills
• Problem-solving and independence
• Early faith-based learning experiences
• Social interaction and teamwork

Educational Activities for Toddlers

We provide fun and engaging educational activities for toddlers that encourage exploration, creativity, movement, and learning through play.

Daily activities may include:

  • Sensory play with safe textures and water activities
  • Storytime, music, and singing
  • Arts and crafts for fine motor development
  • Walking, climbing, balancing, and movement games
  • Dramatic play and imaginative learning
  • Group play and peer interaction
  • Outdoor play and physical activity
  • Early language development through conversations and songs

Our teachers create weekly lesson plans and observe each child’s progress to provide personalized support and encouragement.

A Safe and Nurturing Environment

At Harvest Child & Youth Development Center, we understand that every child learns differently. Our caring and certified teachers create a warm, structured environment where toddlers feel safe, supported, and encouraged to explore independently.

Our toddler program includes:

  • Loving, experienced, and certified teachers
  • Clean and secure classrooms
  • Daily structured routines
  • Small group learning experiences
  • Faith-based guidance and care
  • Parent communication through ProCare
  • Creative Curriculum focused on early childhood development

Why Parents Choose Our Toddler Childcare Program

Families throughout Delaware trust Harvest Child & Youth Development Center because we combine quality childcare with meaningful early learning experiences.

We help children:

• Build confidence and independence
• Develop healthy social skills
• Learn through hands-on exploration
• Strengthen communication abilities
• Prepare for preschool success
• Grow in a Christ-centered environment

Every day is filled with opportunities for fun, discovery, creativity, and learning.

Partnering with Parents

We believe parents play an important role in early childhood education. That’s why we maintain open communication with families through regular updates, photos, and progress sharing.

 

Our goal is to create a strong partnership between teachers and parents so children feel supported both at school and at home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our toddler program is designed for children between 1 and 2 years old.

Toddlers enjoy sensory play, music, storytelling, movement activities, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and social interaction.

Yes. Our program provides Christ-centered learning in a caring and supportive environment.

Yes. We use ProCare to communicate with parents and share updates about daily activities and progress.

Join Our Learning Community

Selecting the best early childhood education center in which you can leave your child is a crucial decision. We vow at Harvest Child to deliver high-quality care and learning, including a nurturing environment. Toddlers enjoy an organised learning process that encourages exploration and creativity to develop all the children.