Toddler Childcare

Helping Curious Toddlers Learn, Grow and Thrive Every Day

The toddler years are exciting and filled with many milestones. From learning new words, developing friendships to building confidence and independence, every day brings new opportunities for growth and fun. At Resurrection Lutheran School, our toddler childcare program provides a loving, structured environment where children ages 16 months through 2 years are encouraged to explore at their own pace. Enroll your child in our toddler program today!

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Growing The Whole Child

As both a preschool and childhood development center, we believe every child deserves an exceptional start. Our whole child approach nurtures each child’s social-emotional, academic, physical, spiritual and nutritional development while partnering with families every step of the way. Whether your child is learning to communicate, becoming more independent or discovering the joy of learning through play, our experienced teachers provide the guidance and encouragement they need to succeed.

Our toddler childcare program encourages growth through:

  • Social development by learning to share, cooperate and build friendships
  • Emotional development by recognizing feelings and developing self-confidence
  • Faith development through prayer, Bible stories and Christian values in a welcoming, non-denominational environment
  • Academic development with age-appropriate early learning experiences
  • Health and nutrition through healthy meals, active play and daily routines
  • Family partnerships through ongoing communication and support for parents

Every activity is designed to help children become confident, curious learners while creating a strong foundation for future success.

A Typical Day In Our Toddler Classroom

Consistent routines help toddlers feel secure while encouraging independence, confidence and a love of learning. Our toddlers enjoy a predictable daily routine that provides structure while allowing plenty of opportunities for exploration and play.

A typical day may include:

  • Morning welcome and provocation activity to spark curiosity
  • Circle time and morning meeting
  • Choice time with learning centers
  • Small and large group activities

  • STREAMin3 learning experiences

  • Storytime and language development
  • Nutritious lunch and healthy snacks
  • Rest time
  • Outdoor play each morning and afternoon, with at least one hour of outdoor time daily
  • Music, movement and hands-on exploration throughout the day
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Hours of Operation for our Toddler Childcare

As a full-day, year-round Licensed Day Center through the Virginia Department of Education, Resurrection Lutheran School offers dependable, full-time childcare for working families. We are open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., with year-round enrollment available for toddlers.

Learning Through Play With STREAMin3

Young children learn best by doing. That’s why our toddler childcare program incorporates the STREAMin3 curriculum, which encourages children to explore, investigate and solve problems through hands-on learning experiences.

Throughout the day, teachers create engaging opportunities that spark curiosity while introducing foundational concepts in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics alongside early literacy. Every experience is thoughtfully planned to encourage discovery while meeting children where they are developmentally.

Learning experiences include but are not limited to:

  • Sensory exploration
  • Art and creative expression
  • Music and movement
  • Language development
  • Building and construction activities
  • Early math concepts
  • Nature exploration
  • Storytime and early literacy
  • Dramatic play
  • Fine and gross motor activities

Why Families Choose Resurrection Lutheran School for Toddler Childcare

Families trust Resurrection Lutheran School because we provide more than childcare. We provide a caring community where children are encouraged to learn, grow and build confidence every day.

Our toddler childcare program offers:

  • Full-time care that is open year-round
  • Licensed by the Virginia Department of Education
  • Whole child education
  • STREAMin3 curriculum
  • Small classroom sizes
  • Experienced, caring teachers
  • Healthy meals and snacks included
  • Safe, secure campus
  • Faith-based, non-denominational environment
  • Military and Virginia state subsidy program participation

Every day is filled with opportunities for discovery, friendship and meaningful learning, helping toddlers build a strong foundation for preschool and beyond.

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is the toddler childcare program?

Our toddler childcare program serves children beginning around 16 months of age through age 2. Classroom placement is based not only on age but also on each child’s developmental readiness to ensure they are in the environment where they can thrive.

Our toddler childcare room is intentionally limited to 16 children while maintaining Virginia’s required teacher-to-child ratios. Smaller class sizes allow for more individualized attention and stronger relationships between our teachers and children.

Our teachers use the STREAMin3 curriculum to create engaging, play-based learning experiences that support early literacy, problem-solving, creativity, communication and social development.

Yes. Breakfast, lunch and both a morning and afternoon snack are included each day in our toddler childcare program. We participate in the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and provide nutritious, nut-free meals that meet established nutrition guidelines.

Yes. Our toddler childcare program offers year-round enrollment for children under age 3, allowing families to choose a start date that works best for their schedule as space becomes available. Contact us today to talk about admissions for your child at Resurrection Lutheran School.

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Big Discoveries Begin with Little Steps

Give your child the opportunity to learn, explore and thrive in a nurturing, faith-based environment. At Resurrection Lutheran School in Newport News, VA, our early childhood programs encourage curiosity, build confidence and support every stage of your child’s development. Discover a place where little learners grow and bright futures begin!