Toddler Programs

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Ages 3-5

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Baby Ballet 1

Through dance and music exploration, our Baby Ballet classes provide enrichment in a child’s physical, social, emotional, language, and cognitive development. Every class provides child-centered and age-appropriate activities taught by very loving and skilled instructors.

Thursday Option for Ages: 1-5
Thu | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Saturday Option for Ages: 1-5
Sat | 9:15 - 10:00 AM

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Budding Buddies

What are Budding Buddies programs? Budding Buddies is a Parent & Tot program umbrella of a variety of classes run by our incredible Toddler Team that are fun, engaging, and active programs for young children and their caregivers to learn, play, and grow together! Focused on fostering early development through movement, exploration, and social interaction, this program creates a positive…

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Mini Movers Playtime

A safe, indoor space for toddlers to explore, move, and play! Mini Movers Playtime is the perfect opportunity for little ones to burn off energy, practice gross motor skills, and socialize with other children in a fun, supervised environment. An instructor is present to ensure safety and provide support, but there is no formal instruction—just open-ended exploration with age-appropriate equipment, soft mats, and engaging play areas. This class encourages curiosity, confidence, and physical activity while giving parents a chance to connect with other caregivers in a relaxed setting. Every session ends with smiles, giggles, and happy little movers ready for more!

Ages: 3 mo - 3 yr
Thu | 7/23 - 8/13 | 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

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Nature School

Nature School is a first learning experience for kids ages 3-5, who are potty trained and ready for an experience away from their family. This program has zero screen time and is predominantly held outdoors. All units include play-based learning, healthy body movement like yoga and dancing, themed stories, songs, art projects, sensory exploration and sign language. We PLAY, we teach KINDNESS, and we truly nurture a love of NATURE!

Ages: 3-5
M/W/F or T/Th | Aug-June | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM

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ShortE Sports

CARD "ShortE" programs are specifically designed for 3-5 year-olds. Each program features paid coaches who create a positive, non-threatening environment for your little one to gain a "love of the game." Staff use age-appropriate equipment, modify stations and games, and are specifically trained to work with toddlers to ensure that all participants are set up for success.

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ShortE Summer Camps

Our ShortE Sports Summer Camps are the perfect introduction to sports for your ShortE! Designed for ages 3-5, these action-packed camps focus on fun, movement, and skill development in a positive and engaging environment. Each session is led by enthusiastic coaches who use exciting games and age-appropriate activities to help kids build coordination, confidence, and a love for sports. Every day, from running and jumping to kicking and throwing, is filled with smiles, high-fives, and plenty of play.

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Spring Sprouts Toddler Camp

Get ready for three days of Springtime excitement at our Spring Sprouts Toddler Camp! This camp takes place in our specially curated toddler classroom and is all about learning, laughing, and making memories.

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Stellar Start PLAYschool

At Stellar Start PLAYschool, we champion learning through play and hands-on activities to teach students academic, social-emotional, and classroom readiness skills. Throughout the year, academic topics introduced include letters, numbers, shapes, and colors – but this is just the beginning.

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Toddler Summer Camps

Our Toddler Summer Camps for children ages 3-5, are led by our amazing, dedicated toddler staff and take place in our specially curated toddler classroom at the Dorothy F. Johnson Center. Each camp is filled with exciting activities tailored to fun themes from cooking to sports to science. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience for your toddler!

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Youth Scholarship Programs

Click here for our current list of available Scholarship Programs.

Refund & Credit Policy

Refunds or account credits for program cancellations are determined based on the timing of the request.