Ages 6 weeks – 12 months

Infant

Our infant room welcomes babies from 6 weeks old with loving, responsive care. Gentle routines, sensory play and lots of conversation support every part of your baby's growth — cognitive, language, motor, social, sensory and practical life.

Infant classroom at Walnut Montessori
What your child will learn

Six areas of growth

Teachers plan daily, weekly and monthly lessons so every child is supported and challenged.

Cognitive

  • Visual tracking
  • Spatial matching
  • Object manipulation
  • Mental rotation

Language

  • Naming objects
  • Picture recognition
  • Sorting into groups
  • Describing and recalling

Motor

  • Early grasping
  • Precise control
  • Spatial awareness
  • Reaching and retrieving

Social

  • Social interaction
  • Emotional regulation
  • First words
  • Sensory exploration

Sensory

  • Visual tracking
  • Taste & texture
  • Listening
  • Shapes & patterns

Practical Life

  • Using utensils
  • Messy art play
  • Healthy habits
  • Staying hydrated

FAQ

What ages is the Infant program for?

The Infant program is for children ages 6 weeks – 12 months.

What will my child learn in Infant?

Children grow in Cognitive, Language, Motor, Social, Sensory, Practical Life through hands-on Montessori activities.

Visit our Infant classroom

Book a weekday tour — your child is welcome to join.