Language
From single words toward real sentences.
15 months–2 years
Toddler daycare in South Holland, IL
Toddlers are busy explorers! Our program encourages independence, language development, and social skills through hands-on play, music, and movement. This is the age of first words, first friends, and first "I do it myself." Our toddler room is set up to say yes to all three.
What your toddler's day looks like
Toddlers need to move, so the day alternates between active and calm. Free play and music in the morning, outdoor time when weather allows, lunch, a real nap, then stories and small-group activities in the afternoon. Teachers narrate everything, because at this age a child's vocabulary can grow by several words a day when adults keep talking with them.
Learning focus areas
Independence
Feeding themselves, helping clean up, starting toilet learning when ready.
Social skills
Sharing, taking turns, and playing alongside then with other kids.
Movement
Climbing, dancing, and burning off that toddler energy safely.
The practical details
Open Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Toddler rooms run at 1 teacher to 5 toddlers (15–23 months). Teachers focus on language development, early problem-solving, social skills, independence, and motor development.
For toilet training, we encourage families to tell their child's teachers when they're ready to begin, so we can keep routines consistent between home and daycare.
How you'll stay connected
Brightwheel
We use Brightwheel to keep families connected throughout the day, with real-time updates on activities, meals, nap times, learning experiences, and your child's overall daily routine.
Meals
As a CACFP-participating childcare center, we provide nutritious, well-balanced meals and snacks that follow USDA/CACFP meal pattern requirements.
Tuition support may cover this program.
Windy City Academy accepts CCAP for toddler care. For many working families it covers 100% of the cost.
See how tuition support works →Frequently asked questions
- Around 15 months, and we handle the transition gradually so it never feels abrupt for your child.
Ready to enroll in Toddlers?
Enrollment is open now. Apply online in about two minutes, or call and we'll walk you through it.