Programs · 1 YEAR – 2 years

Toddler Care in Denver, CO

Play-based, joyful toddler daycare in Denver for the most curious age group: 18 months through 2.5 years.

The toddler years are a whirlwind of wonder, and we love every minute of it. Our three toddler classrooms are designed to keep curious minds engaged with age-appropriate challenges, hands-on materials, and plenty of space to move.

 

We follow a consistent daily schedule that gives toddlers the predictability they need to feel secure, while building in flexibility for spontaneous learning moments. Parents stay connected via the Playground app with daily photos, nap logs, and activity updates.

 

Each classroom level is thoughtfully designed for where a child is developmentally, so they’re always challenged at just the right level, never too little or too much. The transition between Toddler 1, 2, and 3 happens when your child is ready, not on a fixed timeline.

 

We build on the comforting routines of infant care to help young children ease into structured routines as they grow into confident learners.

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Toddler Classroom Levels

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What We Offer

Program Highlights

Nurturing young minds through play-based activities that spark curiosity, confidence, and lifelong learning daily.
Music & Movement

Daily singing, dancing, and rhythm activities that build coordination, memory, and a lifelong love of learning through play.

Art & Creative Play

Hands-on art projects like painting, sensory bins, and sculpting that develop fine motor skills and creative self-expression.

Social Development

Guided interactions with peers that teach sharing, taking turns, and the social-emotional foundations of friendship.

Early Literacy

Daily storytime, picture books, and language-rich conversations that build vocabulary and a foundation for reading.

Classrooms

Classroom Levels

Toddler 1

18 – 22 months

Toddler 1 celebrates every first step, first word, and first discovery. Our caregivers encourage independence and language development through music, movement, and sensory-rich play.

Toddler 2

22 – 26 months

Children in Toddler 2 are beginning to assert their individuality. We guide them through this exciting stage with structured routines, parallel play, and activities that build fine motor skills and early communication.

Toddler 3

26 – 30 months

Toddler 3 is where our oldest toddlers stretch toward greater independence and school readiness. Children engage in more complex play, cooperative group activities, and early pre-literacy skills that set them up for success.

Classrooms

Classroom Levels

Toddler 1

18 – 22 months

Toddler 1 celebrates every first step, first word, and first discovery. Our caregivers encourage independence and language development through music, movement, and sensory-rich play.

Toddler 2

22 – 26 months

Children in Toddler 2 are beginning to assert their individuality. We guide them through this exciting stage with structured routines, parallel play, and activities that build fine motor skills and early communication.

Toddler 3

26 – 30 months

Toddler 3 is where our oldest toddlers stretch toward greater independence and school readiness. Children engage in more complex play, cooperative group activities, and early pre-literacy skills that set them up for success.

Stay Connected

What You'll See in Playground

The toddler years move fast. Playground captures the moments so you don’t miss a single first. During the warmer months, young learners can also take part in our playful summer programs in Denver, enjoying long stretches of outdoor play, water activities, and hands-on projects.

Daily craft & activity photos

See what your toddler created today, who they played with, and what activity lit them up.

Outdoor play & nap logs

Real-time updates on outdoor time and how long they napped, so you can plan your evening accordingly.

Milestone notes from your teacher

New words, new skills, new friendships: your teacher logs the small wins so you never miss a moment.

Daily Routine

Sample Daily Schedule

Toddlers thrive on routine. Our daily schedule balances structure with plenty of room for spontaneous discoveries, just the way toddlers like it.

7:45
Arrival & Free Exploration
9:30
Morning Snack
10:00
Circle Time & Early Learning Activities
10:15
Learning Centers, Small Groups & Skill Development
11:00
Outdoor Learning & Gross Motor Development
11:30
Lunch & Social Development
12:30
Rest Time
2:30
Art, STEM, Literacy & Creative Projects
4:00
Outdoor Exploration & Cooperative Play
5:15
Pick-Up & Center Closes

Activities and schedules may vary slightly by classroom and age group to ensure children are appropriately challenged and engaged at every stage of development.

From Our Families

What Toddler Families Say