Infant Program
Early Learning
We understand that many of the strongest, deepest and longest lasting impressions are formed early on, and we are committed to making this first experience one that is filled with warmth, love and care.
At both Hills Montessori locations, we have 2 baby rooms: Baby Room 1 for infant’s age 6 weeks - 10/12 months, and Baby Room 2 for mobile babies age 10/12 - 18 months.
Both environments encourage the importance of freedom and movement. Infants in both rooms are free to move ands stretch to develop coordination and dexterity without inhibition.
You will notice that there are no play pens, swings, or bouncy seats in our classrooms. We take great care in setting up a “whole room play area” which enables babies to explore a wide range of materials, textures, and objects for tactile and visual stimulation.
Baby Room 2 offers more opportunity for the babies tog et accustomed to using some Montessori materials and preparing for their eventual transition into the Toddler Program.
“The child is both a hope and a promise for mankind”
Language Development
Language development is also an integral part of the infant program. A teacher’s role is to consciously introduce language through the use of words, inflection, tone and body language. Infants gather their first understanding of the world, and thrive, through this interaction.
