Infant Program
Both of our Infant Classrooms are licensed for seven children with two educators, with the age range spanning from 2 months to 9 months in Infant I and 9 months to 15 months in Infant II.
Classroom Age Ranges
Our infant rooms are grouped by age and development.
| Classroom | Age Range | Staffing |
|---|---|---|
| Infant I | 2 months – 9 months | 7 children / 2 educators |
| Infant II | 9 months – 15 months | 7 children / 2 educators |
Program Details
Children foster attachment and a sense of security through one-on-one interaction with caregivers throughout the caregiving routine.
Throughout the day, children engage in physical activity and discovery through play on the floor with a variety of toys and materials that are age appropriate and stimulating.
Our Infant Educators also engage infants through play, singing, reading books, sensory activities, and daily walks to promote socialization and language.
Our Infant Teachers interact with children at their level, as eye contact and recognition are important in an infant's life and throughout their development.
We believe that each child is a unique individual that learns at his or her own pace, and quarterly reports are given to parents throughout the first year to monitor each child's individual development.
We prioritize providing a safe, nurturing and loving environment where children feel welcome to learn and grow with the guidance and support of our teachers.
What infants experience
- Discovery through age-appropriate toys and materials
- Sensory activities and floor play
- Singing and reading books
- Daily walks (weather permitting)
- Guidance and support in a safe, loving environment
Infant Schedule
At First Step, we know and respect that each child is a unique individual with their own needs, especially young infants. Therefore, our infant educators are responsive to these individual needs and follow the schedules established by each individual child. Overtime, with growth and consistency, infants will follow First Step's daily schedule, which promotes language, gross motor skills, cognitive development, and early independence to best foster a strong foundation of learning and well-rounded development for each child in our program.
Infant I Daily Schedule
- 7:30–8:30Drop Off
- 8:30–9:00Free Play
- 9:00–9:15Diapering
- 9:15–9:30Bottle Feeding
- 9:30–11:00Morning Nap
- 11:00–11:30Belly Time
- 11:30–12:00Lunch & Individual Feeding
- 12:00–12:30Diapering
- 12:30–1:00Reading
- 1:00–1:45Outdoor Walk
- 1:45–2:00Diapering
- 2:00–2:30Bottle Feeding
- 2:30–4:00Afternoon Nap
- 4:00–4:30Diapering
- 4:30–5:30Free Play and Pick Up
Infant II Daily Schedule
- 7:30–8:30Drop Off
- 8:30–9:00Free Play
- 9:00–9:15Diapering
- 9:15–9:30Morning Snack
- 9:30–11:00Morning Nap
- 11:00–11:30Sensory Play
- 11:30–12:00Lunch
- 12:00–12:30Diapering
- 12:30–1:00Reading
- 1:00–1:45Outdoor Walk
- 1:45–2:00Diapering
- 2:00–2:30Afternoon Snack
- 2:30–4:00Afternoon Nap
- 4:00–4:30Diapering
- 4:30–5:30Free Play and Pick Up
Infant Room: Things to Bring
Please label all items (weather appropriate and labeled where noted).
- ✓3 sets of changing clothes with onesiesWeather appropriate and labeled.
- ✓Crib sheet (for pack-n-play)Labeled.
- ✓1 handsfree sleepsackLabeled.
- ✓Diapers, wipes and diaper creamLabeled.
- ✓Bottles already made OR pre-measuredIn a plastic zip lock bag labeled.
- ✓Sun block (infants over 5 months) & sun hatLabeled.
- ✓Baby food (if on solids)Labeled. Cheerios/snacks if on finger food (labeled).
- ✓Bibs (estimated 6)All labeled.
- ✓Extra pacifier (if used)In plastic bag labeled.
- ✓Plastic spoon, bowl and plastic feeding bibAll labeled.
- ✓Extra formula to leave at the centerPlease write expiration date on container.
- ✓Wash cloth or toothbrush (if your child has teeth)
- ✓Up to date immunization and physical
- ✓Light sweater
Thank You
First Step
Please label all belongings including bottle caps, plastic bags, blankets, bibs, clothes…etc.