Toddler Program · 18–36 months

    Nido II

    Some call this the "terrible twos." We disagree — toddlers are terrific. We love their energy, determination, and curiosity, and we've built a very special place for your toddler to learn.

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    Inside the Toddler Community

    Independence, one small step at a time

    A calm, focused room

    Where many toddler programs feel chaotic, ours is peaceful by design — helping your child build impulse control and concentration.

    "Help me do it myself"

    Child-sized tools let your toddler prepare a snack, sweep with a real broom, and practice self-care and toilet training — building genuine capability and confidence.

    Not a classroom — a community

    Children work, learn, and grow together into a close-knit, caring group, learning far more together than any of them could alone.

    Absorbing language

    Rich, warm conversation surrounds your child during this once-in-a-lifetime window of rapid language growth, planting the seeds for reading and writing.

    A beautiful environment

    Bright, sunny rooms scaled to your child's size, where they paint, cook, water the garden, sing, and build fine and gross motor coordination.

    A joyful experience

    Dr. Montessori measured success by the happiness of the child. Peek into our room and you'll see toddlers who are happy, engaged, and eager to be here.

    "The hands-on learning and the Montessori method are helping both of our children thrive — and most importantly, they enjoy and want to be at school. St. Peter's has made a big difference in my whole family's life."

    — Hannah W., Parent
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    A seamless next step

    Ready for Children's House

    Between two-and-a-half and three, as language and independence blossom, your child grows curious about what lies ahead — and moves up to our Primary classroom for ages 3 to 6.

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    Questions & answers

    Frequently asked questions

    What ages is Nido II for?

    Nido II serves toddlers from about 18 to 36 months.

    Is my toddler too young for Montessori?

    Not at all — this is an ideal age. Toddlers are driven to do things for themselves, and our environment channels that into purposeful practical-life work that builds coordination, language, and independence.

    What does a typical day look like?

    A predictable rhythm of self-chosen work, gentle care routines, outdoor time, and grace-and-courtesy lessons, all within a warm, low-ratio classroom.

    How does Nido II prepare my child for Children's House?

    Toddlers build the independence, focus, and self-care skills that let them step confidently into the 3–6 Children's House classroom when they're ready.

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    There's a place for your child here.

    Tours are filling for the 2026–27 school year. Spend a morning on our campus and experience the difference an authentic Montessori education makes.

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