A Typical Day at Heavenly Hearts (By Age Group)
Wondering what your child does from arrival to pickup? At Heavenly Hearts, every routine is designed to build skills, confidence, and joy. Here’s a clear look at a typical day and the learning outcomes you can expect for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Infants & Toddlers (0-2)
- Sensory exploration: cause-and-effect play with safe materials
- Responsive caregiving: attachment and emotional security through one-on-one interactions
- Motor milestones: tummy time, crawling, grasping, and simple stacking activities
Preschoolers (3-5)
- Early literacy: letter sounds, storytime vocabulary
- Cooperative projects: group art, STEM experiments, sharing, and turn-taking
- Problem-solving: hands-on activities like block building and pattern recognition
Morning: Building Confidence Through Routines
8:00-9:00 Arrival & Greeting Circle (Emotional Security)
Each morning begins with a welcoming greeting by name. A brief circle discussion, like sharing “one good thing,” helps children:
- Feel emotionally secure and recognized
- Practice language skills and turn-taking
- Transition smoothly from home to school
Playtime Centers: Hands-On Skill Development
9:00-10:30 Free Choice: Cognitive & Motor Milestones
Children explore thoughtfully arranged centers that encourage:
- Blocks & Building: Spatial reasoning, cooperation, negotiation
- Sensory Bins: Fine motor, language prompts (“Find the blue ball”)
- Art & Manipulatives: Creativity and early problem-solving
Age focus:
- Age 2-3: sensory and exploratory play dominates, supporting attachment and cause-effect understanding
- Age 4-5: early academics integrated—letters, numbers, cooperative STEM projects
Outdoor Time: Energy, Exploration & Social Bonds
10:30-11:15 Gross Motor & Outdoor Play
Outdoor play includes climbing, running, and imaginative games that:
- Enhance gross motor coordination and balance
- Teach risk assessment in safe ways
- Encourage teamwork, sharing, and leadership among peers
Quiet Moments: Rest, Reflection & Language Growth
11:15-12:00 Story & Songs
Circle time activities like storytelling and songs help preschoolers:
- Expand vocabulary and listening skills
- Practice rhythm, memory, and comprehension
- Engage in group attention and social participation
12:00-2:00 Lunch & Rest
Children practice self-help skills like serving themselves and cleaning up. Rest time supports emotional regulation and overall wellness.
Afternoon: Small Group Projects & Choice
2:00-3:00 Art & STEM Projects
Small groups foster creativity, early math skills, and cooperative problem-solving:
- Counting, sorting, and pattern-making activities
- Simple experiments and open-ended art projects
- Collaboration with peers guided by teachers
3:00-6:00 Afternoon Choice & Pickup
Children wind down with quiet reading, cooperative games, or revisiting favorite centers. Social-emotional skills are reinforced while preparing for pickup.
What Parents Notice in Progress Reports
- Language growth through teacher narration and conversation
- Problem-solving gains with blocks, puzzles, and STEM activities
- Social-emotional milestones like sharing, empathy, and turn-taking
- Motor skills tracked in fine and gross activities
Many parents notice small wins, like toddlers pouring water independently by month 3—an early self-help milestone.
Curious how this fits your child? Schedule a tour to watch a real morning unfold.
FAQs About Daily Routines at Heavenly Hearts
What does the daily schedule look like for toddlers?
Our daily routines balance structured activities, hands-on play, outdoor time, and quiet reflection. Schedules adapt to age and developmental needs.
How much free play vs. structured learning?
Approximately 50–60% hands-on, choice-driven play; 40–50% structured small group, circle, and outdoor learning time, depending on age.
Do children nap every day at Heavenly Hearts?
Infants and younger toddlers follow individualized rest routines. Older preschoolers have quiet time for reflection, reading, or independent activities.
How do you track and share learning progress?
Teachers document milestones daily, sharing updates in progress reports and parent communications to highlight cognitive, social-emotional, and motor skill growth.
Is the routine flexible for different ages?
Yes, we adjust activities to match developmental needs. Infants, toddlers, and preschoolers all benefit from a mix of child-led exploration and guided learning.
Parents love peeking in, let’s set up your observation visit today to see the Heavenly Hearts day firsthand.
