Newborn and Infant Program
At Little Builders, we provide affordable daycare while ensuring high-quality care for your child's early development. We embrace the HighScope learning philosophy, a comprehensive, research-based approach to early childhood education. Our Infant Program supports the healthy development and learning of children from birth to 18 months. During this crucial stage, infants absorb everything around them—sounds, sights, textures, tastes, and smells. In our daycare setting, they also benefit from valuable social interactions. Our curriculum engages all their senses, fostering creativity and enhancing their cognitive abilities, making them more eager to explore the world around them. We focus on both physical development, helping them surpass key milestones, and their cognitive and creative growth. Above all, we offer affordable child care, providing families with quality care they can trust.
Here are key aspects of the HighScope Infant Program:
Active Learning: The HighScope philosophy centers around active learning, emphasizing that infants are natural explorers who learn best through hands-on experiences. In this program, infants are encouraged to engage with their environment, explore sensory materials, and interact with caring adults to foster their curiosity and problem-solving skills.
Responsive Caregiving: HighScope prioritizes responsive caregiving as a foundation for infant development. Trained caregivers and teachers create secure and nurturing relationships with each child, recognizing and meeting their individual needs, such as feeding, diapering, and comforting, in a consistent and loving manner.
Supporting Developmental Milestones: The HighScope Infant Program is designed to support infants in reaching key developmental milestones across domains like physical, social, emotional, and cognitive. The program provides opportunities for tummy time, sensory play, and interactions with peers to promote these milestones.
Daily Routine: A predictable and consistent daily routine is a hallmark of The HighScope Infant Program. Routines provide infants with a sense of security, helping them understand what to expect and promoting a sense of trust and comfort in their environment.
Observation and Documentation: Caregivers and teachers in The HighScope Infant Program engage in systematic observation and documentation of each infant's experiences and development. This approach helps tailor the curriculum to meet the unique needs and interests of each child, ensuring individualized and meaningful learning experiences.
Family Engagement: HighScope values family involvement in the infant's early learning journey. Parents are considered essential partners in their child's development, and the program actively encourages communication and collaboration between families and educators. Regular updates, conferences, and family events are common features of the program.
Safety and Health: Safety and health are paramount in The HighScope Infant Program. Stringent safety measures are in place to create a secure environment for infants to explore and learn. Additionally, caregivers are trained in infant CPR and first aid.
Professional Development: Teachers and caregivers in The HighScope Infant Program undergo specialized training to understand infant development, HighScope's principles, and best practices in early childhood education. This ensures that the program is implemented with expertise and care.
Spacious Infant Rooms: Little Builders International Academy boasts one of the largest infant rooms on this side of Katy, designed to provide a bright and stimulating environment for our youngest learners. Large windows allow ample natural light to flood the room, creating a cheerful and inviting space. The room is filled with colorful toys that are both fun and crucial for aiding in various developmental stages.
Responsive Caregiving: HighScope prioritizes responsive caregiving as a foundation for infant development. Trained caregivers and teachers create secure and nurturing relationships with each child, recognizing and meeting their individual needs, such as feeding, diapering, and comforting, in a consistent and loving manner.
Supporting Developmental Milestones: The HighScope Infant Program is designed to support infants in reaching key developmental milestones across domains like physical, social, emotional, and cognitive. The program provides opportunities for tummy time, sensory play, and interactions with peers to promote these milestones.
Daily Routine: A predictable and consistent daily routine is a hallmark of The HighScope Infant Program. Routines provide infants with a sense of security, helping them understand what to expect and promoting a sense of trust and comfort in their environment.
Observation and Documentation: Caregivers and teachers in The HighScope Infant Program engage in systematic observation and documentation of each infant's experiences and development. This approach helps tailor the curriculum to meet the unique needs and interests of each child, ensuring individualized and meaningful learning experiences.
Family Engagement: HighScope values family involvement in the infant's early learning journey. Parents are considered essential partners in their child's development, and the program actively encourages communication and collaboration between families and educators. Regular updates, conferences, and family events are common features of the program.
Safety and Health: Safety and health are paramount in The HighScope Infant Program. Stringent safety measures are in place to create a secure environment for infants to explore and learn. Additionally, caregivers are trained in infant CPR and first aid.
Professional Development: Teachers and caregivers in The HighScope Infant Program undergo specialized training to understand infant development, HighScope's principles, and best practices in early childhood education. This ensures that the program is implemented with expertise and care.
Spacious Infant Rooms: Little Builders International Academy boasts one of the largest infant rooms on this side of Katy, designed to provide a bright and stimulating environment for our youngest learners. Large windows allow ample natural light to flood the room, creating a cheerful and inviting space. The room is filled with colorful toys that are both fun and crucial for aiding in various developmental stages.
In summary, The HighScope Infant Program is an evidence-based approach that prioritizes active learning, responsive caregiving, and family engagement to promote the healthy development and learning of infants during their critical early years. It provides a strong foundation for lifelong learning and lays the groundwork for future educational success.