The Big Top (Infants)

Infants

6 Weeks - 15 Months

Our Infant Program provides a nurturing, loving environment where each child follows an individualized schedule that mirrors their routine at home. We focus on building strong relationships with both infants and their families while supporting each child's unique developmental needs.

Through age-appropriate activities, our caring teachers encourage sensory exploration, muscle development, coordination, and early learning skills in a safe and engaging setting. Every day is filled with opportunities for growth, comfort, and discovery as your child reaches important developmental milestones.

Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1:4

The Sandbox (Toddlers)

 

Toddlers
15 Months - 2 Years

Our Toddler Program encourages children to learn through hands-on exploration, discovery, and play. In a safe and engaging environment, toddlers are invited to explore the world around them, learn about the people in their lives, and develop a growing sense of independence and self-awareness.

Social and emotional development is a key focus each day as children build friendships, practice communication skills, and learn to interact with others in both small and large group settings. Through age-appropriate activities, our teachers foster curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning while supporting each child's individual growth and development.

Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1:5

The Beach Room (2 year olds)

 

2 Year Olds

2 Years - 3 Years (Potty Training)

Our 2-Year-Old Program builds on the foundation established in our toddler classroom by encouraging exploration, independence, and positive social interactions. Children develop important social skills such as sharing, cooperating, communicating, and playing with peers while gaining confidence in a structured and supportive environment.

A strong focus is placed on developing self-help skills, including handwashing, cleaning up after activities, feeding themselves, and following simple classroom routines. We also partner closely with families to support potty training, helping children gain confidence and independence as they reach this important milestone.

As children grow, they are introduced to early learning concepts such as shapes, colors, body parts, counting, and the alphabet. Daily activities include art, music, story time, and hands-on learning experiences that foster creativity, curiosity, and school readiness. Group activities become an important part of each day, helping children strengthen their attention spans, listening skills, and ability to learn and interact with others.

Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1:8

Friendship House

Early Childhood Center

100 S Main ST

Crystal Lake, IL

60014

 

Phone:

815-459-6552

Email: friendshiphousecl@gmail.com

 

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Friendship House is not just a childcare center; it’s a community where children and teachers come together to create a nurturing and vibrant tapestry of early learning experiences!