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Syringa Classroom Curriculum

​At VMS, our Infant and Toddler Curriculum nurtures the whole child—body, mind, and spirit—during life’s most formative years. Rooted in Dr. Montessori’s insights and enriched by years of real-world experience, our program supports natural development through hands-on exploration, purposeful movement, and loving human connection.

From day one, children are seen as capable beings—

absorbing the world around them with joy, wonder, and curiosity.

Our classrooms are calm, orderly, and responsive—

providing a safe space where each child is free to grow at their own pace.

 

​Practical Life: Children develop independence, coordination,

and confidence through real-world tasks and movement.​

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  • Develop eye-hand coordination, visual tracking, and dexterity

  • Strengthen core and limb muscles through purposeful movement

  • Explore spatial awareness and object permanence

  • Build focus, patience, and the ability to follow simple sequences

  • Begin basic self-care routines and care for their environment

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​Sensorial Exploration: Infants and toddlers learn through their senses—

refining perception as they interact with the world.

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  • Match and sort by color, texture, shape, and size

  • Use real materials to explore form and function

  • Stimulate sensory awareness through indoor and outdoor activities

  • Foster curiosity, creativity, and connection through tactile engagement

 

Language Development: Language blossoms in a rich, responsive environment.

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  • Expand vocabulary through naming, storytelling, and songs

  • Introduce sound patterns, rhymes, and letter sounds 

  • Use expressive facial cues, gestures, and tactile materials

  • Build listening skills and early sound recognition​

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Social and Emotional Learning: Relationships and emotional security lay the

foundation for everything else.​

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  • Recognize and express emotions in themselves and others

  • Begin peaceful conflict resolution with support and modeling

  • Share materials, take turns, and follow group routines

  • Build trust, empathy, and a sense of belonging

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Cognitive Development: Curiosity leads the way as children learn to

plan and problem solve

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  • Strengthen concentration and working memory

  • Explore cause and effect through hands-on discovery

  • Develop early sequencing and logical thinking skills

  • Follow through on simple “projects” or multi-step tasks

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Cultural Awareness: Children engage with the natural

and cultural rhythms of the world around them.

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  • Observe and care for classroom plants and animals

  • Explore time through seasonal changes and daily routines

  • Celebrate cultural traditions and seasonal events

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Art, Music, and Movement: Creative expression and joyful

movement are part of everyday life.

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  • Explore rhythm and melody through singing, dancing, and instruments

  • Express emotions through painting, drawing, and sensory art

  • Build coordination, confidence, and community through movement 

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