Toddler Program Options
Toddler Class: For toddlers 18 months to 2.9 years old
- Age: 18 months–2.9 years old by the start of school
- Toddlers should be stable on their feet before they join us.
- Toilet learning is part of the curriculum
- Half or full-day options
- Students may attend 2, 3, or 5-days a week
- Schedules are Tuesday/Thursday, Monday/Wednesday/Friday, or Monday–Friday
Bridging Class: For older toddlers & young preschoolers
- Age: at least 2.9 but not yet 4 years old by the start of school
- This "bridging" class serves as an optional bridge between Toddler House and our five-day Children's House preschool program.
- Students may attend 2, 3, or 5 days a week.
- Schedules are Tuesday/Thursday, Monday/Wednesday/Friday, or Monday–Friday
Schedules & Childcare for Toddlers
Hours & Extended Child Day Care for Toddlers
Half day: 8:30–11:30 a.m. (for both Toddler and Bridging classes)
Full day: 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Extended Day Child Care: Available for both before-school and after-school daycare, on a regular or drop-in basis.
Extended Hours: Inly School is open 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday–Friday, and is conveniently located on Rte 123, just off Rte 3A near the Scituate / Norwell town line.
Parents, toddlers and teachers at Inly: A strong working partnership
- At Inly, parents participate in their toddler's education.
- Conferences are held three times per year to discuss your child's progress.
- Toddler parents have daily contact with our Toddler House teachers at drop-off and pick-up.
- Teachers will always arrange a time to talk with you if you have any concerns.
- Parent meetings and educational seminars on Montessori education at each level of child development are an integral part of our school's culture.
- Parents are welcome to attend school-wide Morning Shares and assemblies, as well as special days in the Toddler and Bridging classes.
- Parents are encouraged to come into the Toddler and Bridging classrooms to help with art projects, reading stories and baking.
Toddlers develop focus and fine-motor skills through Montessori work.
Resources for Toddler Families
Toddler House Curriculum
Montessori Education for the Early Years [AMS video]
Toddler House Curriculum
Montessori Education for the Early Years [AMS video]




