Infant Center
At Castles Preschool, our infant program is designed to cater to the individual needs of each child, allowing them to follow their natural rhythms and schedules. We provide formula, cereals, and baby foods for infants under one year and a well-balanced menu for children aged 1-2 years. Infants have their own sleep and feeding routines, while children in the 1-2 age group begin to transition to a more consistent schedule to prepare for the next stage in our 2-year-old room.
We understand the importance of bonding time, so we offer a private space for mothers who wish to breastfeed or spend time with their babies during their lunch breaks or other moments of the day. Our caregivers ensure that babies are engaged in age-appropriate activities that foster their development. As infants grow, we introduce more stimulating activities such as sitting up, crawling, and engaging with sensory experiences.
Our lead teacher organizes finger painting sessions, storytimes, and song circles to nurture creativity and language development. Each baby has a designated cubby for their personal items, such as extra clothes, diapers, and wipes. We also provide a daily report card to keep parents informed about their child’s eating, sleeping, and diaper changes, helping them stay connected with their child’s daily experiences.
Daily Schedule
- 7:00–9:00– Arrival and Breakfast
- 9:00– Walk Time in Stroller (Weather permitting)
- 9:30– Playtime & Outdoor Play
- 10:00– Circle Time (Stories/Songs)
- 11:00 – Lunch
- 11:30Nap Time for Children on Regular Schedules
- 1:00– Wake Up for Regular Nappers
- 2:00 – Snack
- 2:30– Painting/Art Activity
- 3:00– Playtime & Outdoor Play
- 4:00 – Circle Time (Stories/Songs)
- 4:30 – More Playtime/Discovery & Music
- 5:30– Pick Up & Departure
Additional Notes:
- Diapers are checked every hour, and changes are made as necessary, with all information noted on the daily report.
- Babies under one year have access to bottles and food as needed, with this documented on their daily reports.
- Children over one year follow the regular food program, enjoying solid meals at designated times, with water available throughout the day.
- Infants on their own schedules are accommodated, allowing them to follow their natural rhythms for eating, sleeping, and diaper changes, all of which are recorded on their daily reports.
