Toddler Frequently Asked Questions?

• Why should I choose American Montessori Toddler program for my child, compared to other child care programs?   Exceptional AMI/AMS Montessori teachers. Unique 1 on 1 approach where the child is given individual attention that he or she deserves when they need it, yet let's them explore and discover their own technique for solving problems. Proven results for the last 15 years. Professional fun loving environment for your child is offered throughout the day. This helps the child understand and gives them a sense of well being, preparing them for preschool and beyond.

• How long has American Montessori Toddler Program been established?   We are in our 15th year for our toddler program. Our program is highly recommended by many parents who want to give their child the advantage later on. Our Teacher, Miss Angie has done a wonderful job, her stability and commitment can be seen in the progress of your child.

• How will my child adjust to going to preschool after attending American Montessori Toddler Program?   Your child will have and excellent transition as they enter preschool with a confidence of knowing that they will succeed at anything they do. With this confidence they are sure to be ahead of most the children there and will continue to strive to exceed.

• What are parents saying about American Montessori Toddler Program?   Parents love our toddler program, because the program gives their children confidence, and helps them to succeed. You can see our parent reference section to read some letters from parents.

• How often does my child get their diaper changed?
  We follow a diaper changing schedule throughout the day. However if a child needs to be changed, the teachers will do so right away.
   

• What is the procedure for diaper changing at American Montessori?
  We follow procedures given to us from the Department of Health and Human Services. Parents are asked to bring all diaper changing items, such as diapers, wipes, change of clothes, diaper ointments (require permission form to apply). All items will be kept in a individual container in the bathroom. Parents are responsible for writing the name of their child on these items. Every Monday please bring 25 diapers for Full Time or 15 diapers for Part Time for the week. Please check every Friday, your inventory for the following week.

• When do you start potty training my child?
  At American Montessori we work with the parents to determine a good time to work on potty training. As potty training involves a lot of parents help and commitment at home as well. The teachers will encourage the parents to potty train their child at home for a couple of weekends before training them at school, this will help the child become more comfortable with the process. Thereafter the child will be taken to the bathroom at school within every hour or less depending on the child's needs. We hope parents do the same at home to keep the child on the same schedule. During the initial stage of potty training during nap time the children will still wear pull ups or diapers. We also encourage parents to leave extra sets of clothes for their child in case of accidents. Remember this is one the most stressful stages in your child's development, so as adults we have to remember to be patient and give a lot of positive reinforcement. Also every child is unique, some children may take longer than others to get trained (girls have a tendency to get trained faster than boys). Forcing a child into potty training can hinder the developmental stage.

• Where and how would my toddler nap? Each toddler is given a cot to sleep on, these are disinfected after each use. Parents should bring a blanket and a soft animal from home, these will stay at school during the week and be brought home on the weekends. Teachers will rub the toddlers backs while listening to soothing music to put them to sleep. Some toddlers sleep 2 - 2 1/2 hours.