Nurturing Independence and Discovery for Your Active Toddler

At Harwell School, we recognize that your wobbler's months are filled with incredible growth and exciting new abilities. Our Wobbler Program is thoughtfully designed to provide a nurturing, stimulating environment that supports your toddler's blossoming independence and curiosity from 14 to 23 months of age.

The World of a Wobbler: At this stage, your child is beginning to move with more confidence and independence. They are rapidly transitioning from crawling to walking and developing a keen sense of exploration. Their world is now full of new physical challenges and social interactions that shape their growing personality and understanding of the world.

Key Developments

Physical Coordination and Balance:

Wobblers are mastering walking, and as they gain confidence, they start to run, climb, and explore their environment more freely. This phase is characterized by the refinement of motor skills, with your child learning to balance, navigate obstacles, and engage in more complex movements.

Language and Cognitive Growth:

Your child’s language skills are burgeoning during this period. They may begin to speak their first words, string together simple phrases, and understand basic instructions. Their cognitive development includes understanding the concept of object permanence, recognizing themselves in the mirror, and engaging in pretend play.

Social Awareness and Interaction:

Wobblers start to show more interest in playing alongside other children, though they may still prefer to play independently at times. They are learning to express their needs and emotions more clearly, and they begin to understand the basics of social norms, such as taking turns and sharing.

Our Approach at Harwell School:

Engaging, Play-Based Curriculum:

Our curriculum is designed to support your child’s growing physical and cognitive abilities through active play. We create a safe and stimulating environment where your child can explore, climb, and navigate different challenges, promoting the development of motor skills and spatial awareness.

Language and Communication:

We support language development through a variety of interactive activities, including singing, reading, and guided conversations. Our teachers encourage wobblers to express themselves and respond to their verbal and non-verbal cues, helping to expand their vocabulary and communication skills.

Social and Emotional Development:

Our program fosters a sense of community and belonging. Through group activities and guided play, we help your child develop social skills, such as empathy, sharing, and cooperative play. We also focus on helping wobblers understand and manage their emotions, creating a supportive environment where they feel safe and valued.

What Sets Harwell's Wobbler Care Apart

At Harwell School, we understand that wobblers are at a pivotal stage of development, full of energy and curiosity. Our program is designed to nurture their growing independence while providing the structure and support they need to thrive. We focus on helping your child build confidence in their abilities, develop their communication skills, and engage with their peers in meaningful ways. With our personalized care and attention, we ensure that your child’s unique needs are met as they take these important first steps towards becoming confident, capable learners.

Individualized Care Plans: Tailored schedules for each baby's unique needs
Exploration-Rich Environment: Age-appropriate spaces designed for mobile and increasingly curious infants
Responsive Caregiving: Low teacher-to-infant ratios for attentive, loving care
Exploration-Rich Environment: Age-appropriate spaces designed for mobile and increasingly curious infants
Comprehensive Family Services: From nutrition advice to sleep consultations, we support your whole family

A Balanced Approach to Early Learning

Our curriculum for wobblers is carefully crafted to support your toddler's natural curiosity and growing capabilities. Through playful, age-appropriate activities, we focus on:

Emotional Security and Attachment
Early Language Development
Sensory Exploration
Physical Development and Motor Skills

A Day In The Life Of Your 1 Year Old

While each day is tailored to your baby's individual needs, here's a glimpse of what a typical day might look like:

7 - 8am: Morning Arrival
8:00 AM: Breakfast time
8:30 AM: Fine motor skills activities
9:00 AM: Circle Time with songs and simple stories
9:30 AM: Learning activities
10:00 AM: Snack time
11:00 AM: Learning time (stacking, sorting, simple puzzles)
11:45 PM: Lunch time
12:15 PM: Nap time
2:30 PM: Afternoon snack
3:00 PM: Music and movement time
4:00 PM: Gentle learning activities
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM: Pick-up time and daily recap with parents

Communication and Parent Engagement

We believe in keeping you connected to your infant's day. Through our parent app, you'll receive:

Real-time updates on feedings, diaper changes, and naps
Photos of your baby's activities and milestones
Daily summaries of your infant's experiences
Regular check-ins on your baby's development

Exceptional Family Benefits for Infant Care

When you enroll your infant at Harwell School, you're joining a community that supports your entire family during this special time:

Pediatric Telehealth

Access to infant health experts via text 24/7, with responses within 15 minutes.

Infant Wellness Advisors

Consult with sleep experts and lactation consultants to support your baby's wellbeing.

New Parent Support

Access to resources and support for navigating the challenges of early parenthood.

Community Events

Participate in events and meet other new parents in our Harwell community.

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