Infants Program

The daily plan for the infant classroom involves incorporating a balance of activities that address their developmental needs, including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional aspects. Infants require a flexible schedule to accommodate their unpredictable needs. Below is our infant classroom daily plan:


Infant Classroom Daily Plan:


Morning:

1. Arrival and Greeting (6:30 am - 8:00 am):

• Provide a warm and welcoming environment.
• Greet each child individually.
• Engage in brief conversations with parents.
• Set notification reminders for diapers and feeding.
• Do a health check and document it on the app

2. Free Play (8:00 am - 9:00 am):

• Morning snack time/ breakfast provided by parents.
• Set up age-appropriate toys and sensory activities.
• Encourage exploration and interaction between infants.
• Supervise closely to ensure safety.

3. Diapering and Feeding based on each baby’s notification reminder:

• Attend to diaper changes.
• Feed infants less than one as per their individual schedules.
• Use feeding time for social interactions and bonding.

4. Tummy Time and Gross Motor Activities (10:00 am - 11:00 am):

• Provide supervised tummy time for strengthening muscles.
• Introduce simple gross motor activities like reaching for toys.
• Encourage crawling and rolling.

Afternoon:

5. Lunch, Diapering, and nap (12:00 pm - 2:00 pm):

• Serve age-appropriate and nutritious meals provided by parents.
• Attend to diaper changes as needed.
• Encourage self-feeding for those ready and older infants.
• Create a calm and quiet environment for napping.
• Follow individual sleep schedules.
• Use soft music or gentle white noise if needed.

Late Afternoon activities 3:00 pm -5:30 pm

6. Sensory Play

• Set up sensory activities like water play, soft textures, or safe edible play.
• Rotate sensory experiences to engage different senses.

7. Quiet Time and Reading

• Create a cozy corner with soft blankets and pillows.
• Read board books or play soft lullabies.
• Encourage self-soothing and relaxation.

8. Outdoor Time

• Weather permitting, take infants outside for fresh air.
• Provide a safe space for exploration and sensory experiences.

9. Parent Pick-Up and Departure (5:00 pm - 5:30 pm)

• Share highlights of the day with parents.
• Provide any necessary information or updates.