Toddler Care & Daycare in DeSoto and Lancaster, TX

Southwest Academies offers engaging and nurturing toddler care in DeSoto and Lancaster, TX. Our toddler daycare program provides a safe, educational environment that supports growth, play, and learning.

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Toddler Care & Daycare in DeSoto and Lancaster, TX

The toddler stage is a time of rapid growth, marked by the discovery of new skills and the blossoming of a unique personality. From taking their first steps to mastering potty training and more, toddlers lay the groundwork for the abilities they’ll carry through life.
Southwest Academies is excited to be your child’s partner in their learning journey. We allow our students to explore and grow at their own pace, providing various activities that make learning fun while enabling them to express themselves. Our curriculum guides your child through their developmental stages while building their independence and confidence. Here is a closer look at our toddler program.

Our Approach to Early Learning and Play for Toddlers

Our toddler classes are designed to create daily adventures that nurture your child’s early growth. We offer a wide variety of exciting, play-based activities that allow your child to learn, practice, and master new skills. From sensory fun, creative expression, and hands-on learning opportunities, each day sparks curiosity and fosters a love of learning and discovery.
Your child will develop their critical thinking skills, improve their fine and gross motor skills, and build strong social connections with their peers and teachers. You will be amazed at the confidence your little one will gain through our toddler program as they reach critical developmental milestones, such as:

Gross Motor Skills

  • Walking
  • Running
  • Climbing

Sensory Skills

  • Seeing
  • Touching
  • Hearing
  • Smelling
  • Tasting

Fine Motor Skills

  • Feeding Themselves
  • Drawing

Language Skills

  • Being able to say single words and small sentences

Social Skills

  • Being able to play with others
  • Taking turns
  • Engaging in fantasy play

A Day in the Life of a Toddler at Southwest Academies

Our toddler classes follow a structured daily schedule, providing your child with a sense of stability and consistency from the moment they arrive. Every morning starts with a nutritious breakfast and free play as we welcome everyone to class. Once all are present, we transition to changing and handwashing, ensuring a clean start to our activity time. Activity time includes the following:

  • Circle Time
  • Gross Motor Activities
  • Structured Play

We then tidy up before lunch, including cleaning up toys from activity time and washing our hands. After lunch, all students enjoy a restful nap, ensuring they have energy for the rest of the day. Following nap time, we provide afternoon snacks before engaging in independent exploration or outdoor play, weather permitting. As dinner approaches, we have our students clean up before they eat. After dinner, our toddlers participate in one last group activity before we prepare them for dismissal.

Why Choose Southwest Academies for Toddler Daycare in DeSoto and Lancaster?

Southwest Academies creates an engaging classroom atmosphere, allowing students to safely explore their newfound mobility and the world around them. Our educators use CLI Engage and Frog Street curricula, which have been proven to help toddlers develop their cognitive, language, and fine motor skills.
See your toddler blossom with growing independence and confidence as they complete our program, learning to form one- to two-word sentences to express their needs and take small steps to tidy up after themselves.
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Experienced and Caring Toddler Staff in DeSoto and Lancaster

The teachers at Southwest Academies have been trained through the CLI Engage and Frog Street programs and continue ongoing education to provide the best care for your child. In our toddler program, our caretakers create a nurturing environment filled with stimulating, age-appropriate activities designed to support your child’s development, such as:

  • Introduction of early literacy skills through phonics from the CLI Engage and Frog Street curricula
  • Introduction to manners and etiquette
  • Introduction to physical fitness by encouraging outdoor play
  • Learning how to play with others
  • Fostering social and emotional development through playtime and group activities

Our staff will work closely with your toddler to ensure that they reach important milestones, such as:

  • Being able to follow simple, one-step directions
  • Being able to walk independently
  • Increased independence with feeding
  • Being able to respond to questions asked by teachers and other trusted adults
  • Making choices regarding toys and being able to play with them in simple ways

Health, Safety, and Nutrition in Our Toddler Program

Health and safety are our number one priorities at Southwest Academies. All of our classrooms adhere to rigorous safety and health standards that meet all state regulations. Our classrooms are cleaned daily and personally prepped by our educators to set their students up for success. We also provide ongoing training so that all our educators know how to respond to emergencies appropriately. These efforts create a safe, healthy environment where your little one can thrive.
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Toddler Nutritional Program at Southwest Academies

Our locations provide USDA-approved meals and snacks that adhere to the Child Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines. We strongly believe that nutritious meals lead to a happier, healthier, and more successful day. We offer meals at the following times:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Afternoon Snack
  • Dinner

Parent Engagement and Communication in Toddler Care

Parents are at the heart of a child’s success, which is why our staff goes to great lengths to actively involve parents in their children’s day-to-day activities. Southwest Academies uses the ProCare app to give parents a unique insight into their child’s progress in our toddler program. The app allows teachers to send direct messages to parents, provide updates, and share photos of their child participating in activities. Parents can also message teachers with questions or concerns and receive prompt responses. Open communication is essential to the success of both the child and their family.

Visit Southwest Academies To Explore Our Toddler Program in DeSoto and Lancaster

Ready to ignite your toddler’s passion for learning? Contact the dedicated team of education and childcare professionals at Southwest Academies. Our team is more than happy to show you how our programs can support your child on their educational journey, from infancy through school age. We would love to take you on a tour of our facility and answer any questions you may have about our programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our toddler program is designed for children aged 1-2 years.

Our teachers are certified through Frog Street curriculum programs.

You can schedule a tour by calling us or filling out our contact form.

All of our locations are open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.