OUR PROGRAMS
Mint Toddler Program
For 18-month-olds to three-year olds
The period from birth to age six is a crucial time in a child’s development. Children learn from what they see, hear, taste, smell, feel and sense around them.
Authentic
Montessori
Practical Life
Practical life activities teach the child to do things for themselves. The child learns to complete a meaningful task from beginning to end. The activities help to build concentration skills and to develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. The child learns to dress and to care for themselves in the classroom. It is common to see a child working with tongs, rolling pins, pitchers of water, clothespins, spoons for transferring between bowls, brooms and dustpans, etc.
Developmental Aids
A toddler’s coordination, concentration, and independence develop every day. The teachers support the child’s development through Montessori activities such as pouring, opening and closing containers, using scissors, gluing, and much more. Through purposeful hands-on experiences, the child develops fine motor control, sensory awareness, and confidence in their growing abilities.
Language
A toddler’s language and speech skills develop every day. The teachers enrich the child’s vocabulary through songs, finger plays, reading stories, looking at books and enjoying conversation. When ready, teachers introduce the child to lower case letters and to the phonetic sounds that each letter makes.
Self-Expression
A toddler’s ability to communicate thoughts, feelings, and ideas develops every day. The teachers encourage self-expression through music, movement, art, storytelling, dramatic play, and conversation. Through creative experiences and respectful communication, the child develops confidence, language, imagination, and a strong sense of self.
Enriched
Whole Child
Curriculum
French
During the sensitive period for language, toddlers have a remarkable capacity to absorb new sounds and structures. Our daily French program introduces the language through songs, movement, and playful repetition. This joyful immersion encourages early bilingual development and cultural appreciation.
Early Literacy
Early literacy is gently nurtured through storytelling, phonetic games, and exposure to sounds and symbols. The child begins to associate spoken language with printed words and internalize the rhythms and structure of language. These foundational skills set the stage for future reading and writing.
Art & Music
Through rhythm, song, and sensory-rich materials, the child expresses themselves freely and joyfully. Our music and art experiences foster creativity, gross motor skills, and emotional expression. Each activity ignites the imagination and fosters development.
Athletics & Wellness
Physical movement is central to toddler development. Our athletics and wellness program supports coordination, balance, and body awareness through guided movement, stretching, and outdoor play. These activities also promote emotional regulation and lifelong healthy habits.
FULL DAY
Both Campuses
9 am – 4 pm
MORNING EXTENDED CARE
AFTERNOON EXTENDED CARE
Both Campuses
What makes us different?
Mint is the city’s only Montessori offering our signature Enriched Whole Child Curriculum, paired with a bilingual learning environment. This thoughtfully crafted, individualized program empowers children with the curiosity, character, confidence, and capability they need to flourish and succeed throughout every stage of life.
Come see
The Mint School
for yourself.
Tour our newly renovated buildings. See our thoughtfully curated learning environments. Meet our Executive Director and faculty. Experience the unique atmosphere of our schools. We welcome the opportunity to tour any parents seeking an independent school for their child from ages 8 months to six years.