INFANTS
In addition to having their basic physical needs met, babies need appropriate stimulation to aid in their proper development. They need to be talked to, nurtured, and loved. They need attention. They need the opportunity to form comfortable, secure relationships with caregivers that support their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth.
The infant care program at Valparaiso Christian Academy is designed to meet the needs of each baby based on their individual schedule. Babies sleep, eat, play, and cuddle as needed. Music, singing, reading, finger play, and constant verbal interaction foster early socialization, self-awareness, and developmental growth. At Valparaiso Christian Academy, we cherish your children. We know your expectations are high, and we make every effort to provide a safe, clean, and nurturing environment where your baby can grow and thrive.
AGE RANGE
Infant care begins as early as six weeks old. Babies then transition to our Cruisers Room anywhere between 9 to 14 months.
HOURS
Infant care is available Monday through Friday 6:30am - 6:00pm
CURRICULUM
Our infant curriculum is structured to meet each baby’s individual stage of development. We focus on helping every child reach their developmental milestones each and every day.
TEACHER RATIOS
Our ratio is 1:4, with a maximum class size of eight.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Babies then transition to our Cruisers Room anywhere between 9 to 14 months, depending on several factors, including walking, nap schedules, eating solid foods, and transitioning from bottles to sippy cups.
We also consider the child’s overall experience and the dynamics of their peers in the room. Our goal is to ensure they are best matched with children of a similar age for play and exploration.
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Our infant curriculum is structured to meet each baby’s individual stage of development. We focus on helping every child reach their developmental milestones each and every day.
This is achieved through a mix of active floor play, sensory learning, songs and music, storytime, one-on-one interactions, social and emotional cues, food exploration, and so much more.
And let’s not forget the most important part—love! Our babies are nurtured, cuddled, and made to feel secure, just like they would with family.
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Here at VCA, we believe in small class sizes and consistent, one-on-one care. In our infant room, we have three dedicated, full-time teachers. We do not use "floaters" or rotate caregivers, ensuring that our babies are always cared for by familiar, trusted faces. We believe infants thrive with consistency.
Our ratio is 1:4, with a maximum class size of eight. Additionally, an extra set of hands is always available as needed to provide the highest level of care and attention.