Ages 18 months to 3 years
Where independence begins.
The Toddler Program at Pflugerville Montessori School is built for the most absorbent years of your child’s life. Between 18 months and 3 years, children soak up language, order, and movement faster than at any other stage. Our classroom is designed to meet that drive with real work sized for small hands.
Montessori-certified guides prepare the environment, model each activity slowly and clearly, and then step back so your child can try it on their own. The result is a toddler who pours, dresses, speaks, and problem-solves with growing confidence, and who arrives in the Primary classroom ready to thrive.
Toddler community practical life work
What your toddler will develop
Four areas of meaningful work.
Toddler work is organized into four connected areas, each matched to the developmental needs of children 18 months to 3 years.
Practical Life
Pouring, spooning, wiping a spill, washing hands, putting on shoes, and caring for plants. Everyday tasks that build coordination, concentration, and self-confidence.
Language
Songs, books, conversation, and naming real objects. A language-rich classroom that grows vocabulary and gives toddlers the words to express their needs.
Sensorial
Sorting by color, size, and texture, fitting shapes, and matching. Sensory work refines perception and lays the groundwork for later math and science.
Movement
Climbing, carrying, walking a line, and fine motor work with small objects. Toddlers need to move to learn, so movement is built into every part of the day.
A typical toddler day
A calm, predictable rhythm.
Toddlers feel safe when they know what comes next. Our day follows a gentle, consistent rhythm so children can relax into their work and their friendships.
A warm greeting at the door and time to put away belongings independently
Individually chosen activities with one-on-one lessons from the guide
Children help prepare and serve snack at the practical life table
Fresh air, gross motor play, and exploring the garden
Songs, stories, and grace and courtesy lessons with friends
Family-style lunch for extended and all-day children, then rest
Schedules for working families
Half day, extended day, or all day.
Pflugerville Montessori School is open year-round, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Toddler families choose the schedule that fits their week.
- Half Day: 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Extended Day: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- All Day with optional extended hours: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
A toddler parent voice
Hear from a Pflugerville Montessori family.
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Pflugerville Montessori toddler family
Common questions
The Toddler Program, answered.
What ages does the Pflugerville Montessori Toddler Program serve?
The Toddler Program serves children from 18 months to 3 years old. Around age 3, children move up to the Primary classroom, which continues through the Kindergarten year.
What are the Toddler Program hours?
Families can choose Half Day (7:00 AM to 12:00 PM), Extended Day (7:00 AM to 5:00 PM), or All Day with optional extended hours (7:00 AM to 6:00 PM). The school is open Monday through Friday, year-round.
Is the Toddler Program open in the summer?
Yes. Pflugerville Montessori School is open year-round for all ages, except for listed holidays, so your toddler’s routine stays consistent.
What will my toddler do all day?
Your child will work with real, child-sized materials in four areas: practical life, language, sensorial exploration, and movement. The day also includes outdoor play, snack, songs and stories, and rest for children who stay past lunch.
Why start Montessori as a toddler?
The first three years are when children build the foundations of language, coordination, and independence. Starting at 18 months gives your child a smooth transition into the Primary class and the full benefit of the Montessori approach.
How do toddlers learn in a Montessori classroom?
Guides give short, individual lessons and then let each child repeat the activity as often as they like. Repetition builds concentration and confidence, and children progress at their own pace.
Who teaches in the Toddler classroom?
Our Toddler classroom is led by Montessori-certified guides who are selected for their nurturing nature, integrity, and professional training in early childhood development.
How does the Toddler Program prepare my child for Primary?
Toddlers leave our program able to care for themselves and their belongings, follow classroom routines, communicate their needs, and focus on a task. Those skills let them step confidently into the Primary classroom.
How do I enroll my toddler?
Start by scheduling a tour. A tour is required for all families, and admission packages and rates are shared during your visit. We recommend contacting the school about 6 months before your desired start date.
Where is the Toddler Program located?
The Toddler Program is on our campus at 2500 W. Pecan Street (FM 1825), Pflugerville, TX 78660, convenient for families in Pflugerville, Wells Branch, Hutto, Round Rock, and North Austin.
See our Toddler classroom for yourself.
A tour during the morning work period is the best way to see how Montessori supports children 18 months to 3 years.