Early Years Montessori Program

Empowering the first steps of learning

For 1.6yrs – 2.6yrs

The “Discovering Me” program at nebula, built on the Life Essentials curriculum, nurtures toddlers’ unique needs through sensory-based learning. Caring educators form strong bonds with each child, encouraging discovery and growth.

The “Discovering Me” program at nebula, built on the Life Essentials curriculum, nurtures toddlers’ unique needs through sensory-based learning. Caring educators form strong bonds with each child, encouraging discovery and growth.

The “Discovering Me” program at nebula, built on the Life Essentials curriculum, nurtures toddlers’ unique needs through sensory-based learning. Caring educators form strong bonds with each child, encouraging discovery and growth.

Cognitive Development

Broadening Your Toddler's Understanding of Their World

Broadening Your Toddler's Understanding of Their World

Every moment with your toddler is a teachable moment at nebula montessori. Our educators help your toddler make connections between the language and motor skills necessary for completing tasks and responding to their environment.

Key Focus Areas
  • Identifying and sorting objects

  • Following one-step directions

  • Developing spatial awareness

  • Exploring objects for cause and effect

  • Making choices between two objects

Language & Communication

Advancing Verbal Skills

Advancing Verbal Skills

Nebula Life Essentials assists toddlers in transitioning from nonverbal to verbal expression through a process, starting with baby sign language communication, then to conversation modeling, and ultimately, verbal communication with their teachers and peers.

Key Focus Areas
  • Repeating words and phrases

  • Answering questions

  • Naming and identifying items

  • Communicating with peers

  • Introduction to literacy

  • Increasing vocabulary

Social & Emotional Growth

Understanding Their Emotions

Understanding Their Emotions

Toddlers have a natural inclination to explore their world and learn new things. At nebula, we guide children in a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment which allows toddlers to understand their emotions in a healthy and productive way.

Key Focus Areas
  • Imitating actions

  • Developing pride in accomplishments

  • Forming relationships

  • Developing calming and coping skills

  • Forming independence of thought and critical thinking

Gross & Fine Motor Skills

Developing Coordination and Balance

Developing Coordination and Balance

At this stage, your toddler is extremely active. Our educators guide them through activities that keep them moving and help them refine their motor skills in a safe environment.

Key Focus Areas
  • Learning to use utensils

  • Walking independently

  • Exploring age-appropriate playground equipment

  • Manipulating simple classroom tools

  • Increasing balance and strength

  • Developing large muscle control

Character Essentials

Creating Character Moments

Creating Character Moments

Our proprietary Character Essentials curriculum incorporates everyday themes that help children better understand themselves and the world around them. Themes include sharing, friendship, and caring for others. Character development activities are individualized to each child.

Key Focus Areas
  • Development of manners

  • Social and emotional support

  • Developing self-help skills

  • Self-regulation

  • Seeking adult approval

Music & More

Learning through song and movement

Learning through song and movement

Research shows music improves cognitive development, learning skills, communication, and memory. Our age-appropriate curriculum develops your child’s language skills through song using our proprietary Music and More program.

Key Focus Areas
  • Listening to music

  • Exploring instruments

  • Understanding rhythm and tempo through dance

  • Joining in with songs and rhymes

  • Intentionally creating musical sounds

A Day in our Early Years Program

From drop-off to pickup, we make every moment a learning moment for your toddler.

Real journeys toward
positive change.

Real journeys toward
positive change.

4.1/5

Justdial

This rating is based on comprehensive feedback from parents who appreciate our personalized approach and the nurturing environment we provide.

4.1/5

Justdial

This rating is based on comprehensive feedback from parents who appreciate our personalized approach and the nurturing environment we provide.

4.8/5

Facebook reviews

Parents highlight our dedicated teachers and the dynamic learning environment that encourages children to thrive both academically and socially.

4.2/5

Edustoke reviews

This score points to our excellence in Montessori pedagogy and our ability to foster an environment where children can develop critical thinking and independence effectively.

  • Art encourages creativity and fine motor skills while promoting problem-solving and critical thinking. It serves as a medium for self-expression and helps children understand and interpret the world around them.

    art Guide

  • Engaging with music enhances children’s cognitive abilities, emotional expression, and social skills. Through rhythm and melody, they learn to listen, create, and collaborate, supporting both individual and communal growth.

    Music Guide

  • Social interactions are crucial for developing empathy, cooperation, and communication skills. By engaging with peers in a structured environment, children learn to respect others’ perspectives, share ideas, and build lasting friendships.

    MOntessori assistant

  • Art encourages creativity and fine motor skills while promoting problem-solving and critical thinking. It serves as a medium for self-expression and helps children understand and interpret the world around them.

    art Guide

  • Engaging with music enhances children’s cognitive abilities, emotional expression, and social skills. Through rhythm and melody, they learn to listen, create, and collaborate, supporting both individual and communal growth.

    Music Guide

  • Social interactions are crucial for developing empathy, cooperation, and communication skills. By engaging with peers in a structured environment, children learn to respect others’ perspectives, share ideas, and build lasting friendships.

    MOntessori assistant

  • Art encourages creativity and fine motor skills while promoting problem-solving and critical thinking. It serves as a medium for self-expression and helps children understand and interpret the world around them.

    art Guide

  • Engaging with music enhances children’s cognitive abilities, emotional expression, and social skills. Through rhythm and melody, they learn to listen, create, and collaborate, supporting both individual and communal growth.

    Music Guide

  • Social interactions are crucial for developing empathy, cooperation, and communication skills. By engaging with peers in a structured environment, children learn to respect others’ perspectives, share ideas, and build lasting friendships.

    MOntessori assistant

Our Difference

Schedule a visit or join us at an open house to experience the nurturing atmosphere that helps our children thrive.

Schedule a visit or join us at an open house to experience the nurturing atmosphere that helps our children thrive.

Schedule a visit or join us at an open house to experience the nurturing atmosphere that helps our children thrive.

Schedule a visit

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Enroll easily

Learn about the process, essential dates, and documentation required to begin your transformative journey with us.

Learn about the process, essential dates, and documentation required to begin your transformative journey with us.

Parent resources

Upon enrollment, we provide all necessary resources and support to ensure a great start and continual engagement in your child’s educational journey.

Parent resources

Upon enrollment, we provide all necessary resources and support to ensure a great start and continual engagement in your child’s educational journey.

Still have questions?

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What age range is the Early Years Montessori Program designed for?

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