Infants & Toddlers
Infant & Toddler Daycare for Conroe and Willis Families
Our infant and toddler daycare in Willis, TX, provides a warm, nurturing environment where the youngest learners can explore, play, and grow at their own pace. We prioritize building strong, caring relationships and creating a sense of security so each child feels safe, supported, and valued throughout the day. Our classrooms are thoughtfully designed to encourage curiosity, sensory exploration, and early social interaction in a calm, engaging setting.
Through our trusted toddler and infant care, we offer intentional, hands-on experiences that support all areas of development. Within a safe, Christ-centered setting, our infant learning program and toddler early learning approach help children build trust, confidence, independence, and a lasting love for learning.
Infant Program
(6 Weeks – 18 Months)
At our infant and toddler daycare, our programs provide a warm, nurturing environment where the youngest learners can explore, play, and grow. Through our trusted infant and toddler child care, we offer intentional, hands-on experiences that support all areas of development. Within a safe, Christ-centered setting, our infant learning program and toddler early learning approach help children build trust, confidence, independence, and a lasting love for learning.
Nurturing Care & Early Development
Nurturing care and early development include transitional care, breastfeeding support, and proper nutrition for infants. We create a supportive environment that promotes healthy growth, comfort, and early developmental milestones.
Transitional Care
For infants, The Lighthouse School provides sippy cups that allow children to transition from bottles into sippy cups. They are labeled individually and washed, disinfected, and sanitized daily. We provide one sippy cup for milk, one sippy cup for water, and one can be provided for juice as needed.
Breastfeeding
The Lighthouse School supports breastfeeding by providing a private, comfortable space for nursing mothers and ensuring all infants can receive breast milk while in our care. Breast milk should be brought daily in a labeled bottle, stored in the infant room refrigerator, warmed using a designated bottle warmer, and any unused portions will be sent home at pickup.
Food for Infants
The Lighthouse School provides Similac Advance formula, though parents may supply a different formula if preferred, and all bottles must be labeled with the child’s name and date. Infant rooms are equipped with bottle warmers and refrigerators, and parents should keep staff informed of their child’s dietary needs using the monthly Infant Care Sheet. For safety and licensing compliance, open baby food jars are not permitted. Unused food will be sent home or discarded daily, and all breast milk must be clearly labeled and handled according to proper health guidelines.
Toddler Program
(18 Months – 2 Years)
Our toddler program is designed for active, curious learners who are eager to explore. Through our engaging toddler early learning environment, children are supported as they develop independence while building important early skills.
Curriculum Development Focus
We continue with toddlers promoting academic excellence, designed with intention and purpose to move children forward in their development. Our school continues with preschool and pre-K with learning as well as fostering moral character, giving your child a springboard for success throughout life. Frog Street provides intentional instruction in key areas of development so children can effectively continue the path to kindergarten readiness.
The toddler curriculum offers:
- Activity choices are organized around five developmental domains
- Differentiated instruction options to meet the needs of all learners
- Easy infusion into daily routines, such as diaper changing, transitions, and outdoor play
Gym & Playround
In addition to classroom learning, our gym and playgrounds offer space for directed activities that help children build large motor skills, release energy, and develop social skills. Outdoor play also encourages creativity, coordination, and exploration of nature while fostering respect for others and the environment. Each classroom includes a water station, and every child is provided with a labeled water bottle that is cleaned and sanitized daily.
Our Classrooms
The Lighthouse School classrooms are designed around a center-based approach, helping children understand where each activity takes place while keeping them engaged in purposeful, hands-on learning. It starts with a Welcome Center where children store their belongings. Other centers include:
Art Center
A creative area where children explore art, build motor skills, express emotions, and experiment with colors, shapes, and textures.
Science Center
A lively area where children engage with rhythm, movement, and instruments to express creativity and build coordination.
Reading Center
A quiet space that supports language development, listening skills, and early literacy through books and storytelling.
Circle Time Center
A group setting where children build social, listening, and language skills while engaging in music, movement, and shared learning.
Music Center
A lively area where children engage with rhythm, movement, and instruments to express creativity and build coordination.
Writing Center
A creative area where children develop early writing skills, express ideas, and connect spoken language to written words.
Block Center
A hands-on area where children build structures while developing motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork.
Dramatic Play
An imaginative space where children explore roles, express emotions, and develop social and language skills through play.
Math Center
An interactive space where children strengthen fine motor skills, practice problem-solving, and explore basic math concepts.
Common Questions
How do you support transitions as children grow from infants to toddlers?
We provide gentle, age-appropriate transitions that help children move confidently from one stage to the next. Teachers work closely with each child to build new routines, encourage independence, and maintain a sense of comfort and familiarity. This thoughtful approach ensures children feel secure while continuing to grow and develop at their own pace.
What does a typical day look like for infants and toddlers?
Each day includes a balance of nurturing care, structured routines, and hands-on learning experiences. Infants receive individualized attention through feeding, floor time, and sensory activities, while toddlers participate in art, music, circle time, and play. Daily schedules are designed to create consistency while supporting growth and exploration.
How do teachers support early learning and development?
Teachers engage children through talking, singing, play, and interactive activities that stimulate their senses and curiosity. Infants are encouraged to explore through touch, sound, and movement, while toddlers learn through hands-on experiences and guided play. This approach helps build cognitive, social, and physical skills from an early age.
How does the program keep children safe and comfortable?
We provide a clean, secure environment where children can feel safe and supported throughout the day. Our teachers build strong, trusting relationships with each child to promote emotional comfort and confidence. Families are also kept informed with daily updates on routines, care, and developmental milestones.
How do you communicate with parents about their child’s day?
We believe strong communication with families is essential for each child’s success. Parents receive daily reports that include details about meals, diaper changes, activities, and milestones. This ongoing connection helps ensure continuity between home and school while supporting each child’s development.
Sailing to Success
With guidance from our caring staff, every child is equipped with the skills they need to navigate social interactions and build confidence. Each day, we help them chart a course toward becoming capable, well-rounded individuals, ready to sail smoothly into success in both public and private school settings.
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