Infants

An infant needs nurturing, warmth, security, laughter, and love…and all are in plentiful supply at The Academy at Ellison Lakes.

Babies learn through all five senses, so our infant care program is designed to stimulate those senses and enable your infant to constantly explore his or her world. Infants are most comfortable with routine; our caregivers will work with you to set up a nap/bottle routine that allows an easy transition between home and school.

• One-on-One Time: peek-a-boo, rocking, baby massage, and conversation in a variety of voices will be an integral part of your baby’s day.
• Circle Time Daily: songs, stories, finger plays, puppet play, and ball.
• Sensory, Art Activities: playing with textures, in water, and first-hand prints!
• Play Area: consists of room to sit, roll, or crawl with toys, and books that are within their grasp.
• Playground: Infants go outside daily… sometimes for a stroll, and sometimes just to feel the breeze and watch bubbles flow by
• Tummy Time: helps develop motor skills used in pushing up, crawling, and pulling up.
• Crawlers are kept separate from newborns.

Our infants will be able to build social skills and improve communication skills. They will grow in physical abilities, and will explore their own curiosity and imagination at their own pace in a loving environment.