{"id":689,"date":"2026-09-02T09:15:03","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T23:15:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/montessoriminds.vic.edu.au\/hoppers-crossing\/infant-program\/"},"modified":"2026-09-11T14:23:50","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T04:23:50","slug":"infant-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/montessoriminds.vic.edu.au\/hoppers-crossing\/curriculum\/infant-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Infant Program"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"infant<\/div><\/div>
<\/div>
\u2014<\/span> \u2014 Programs \u2014<\/div>

Babies (0-2 years)<\/em><\/span><\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

The Montessori infant program provides a nurturing and secure environment for our youngest learners. Our carefully designed classroom is filled with stimulating materials that support their unique developmental needs. As active learners, infants naturally absorb information through their senses, including touch, movement, sound, and sight.<\/p>\n

Safety and care are of the utmost importance in our program. The classroom is designed with this in mind, and our educational materials are carefully selected to support the growth and development of our infants. A consistent routine helps children adjust to their environment, and repetition promotes learning.<\/p>\n

We believe in fostering warm relationships and trust between our caregivers, infants, and parents through positive, open communication. Our program also places great importance on cultural sensitivity, and we strive to collaborate with families to create a supportive learning environment that values diversity.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\n

Learning through the senses<\/em><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div>

In the first two years of life, babies naturally take in the world around them through touch, movement, sound and sight. Our infant room is designed with this in mind: a calm, uncluttered space furnished with Montessori-inspired materials that are safe, low to the ground, and suited to each stage of development.<\/p>\n

Rather than following a fixed program, our educators observe each baby closely and offer experiences that respond to their individual interests and stage of development \u2014 because every child grows and learns at their own pace.<\/p><\/div>

\"<\/span>We must construct an environment for the child in which he can be active.\"<\/span><\/em><\/h3>\n

\u2014 Dr Maria Montessori<\/p><\/div><\/div>

\"infant<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>
\u2014<\/span> The Foundation of Montessori \u2014<\/span><\/div>

Supporting early development<\/em>, guided by the EYLF<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our infant program's daily practices are shaped by the five learning outcomes of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF v2.0), adapted to the needs of babies and very young children.<\/div>
<\/div><\/div>
Identity<\/div>
A strong sense of self<\/div>
Consistent, warm relationships with a small group of familiar educators help babies build a secure sense of identity and trust.<\/div><\/span><\/span><\/div>
Belonging\n<\/div>
Connection to community<\/div>
\nBabies are welcomed as part of our centre community, with routines that recognise each family's culture and home life.<\/div><\/span><\/span><\/div>
Wellbeing<\/div>
Comfort and security<\/div>
Predictable daily rhythms around rest, feeding and play support each baby's physical and emotional wellbeing.<\/div><\/span><\/span><\/div>
Exploration\n<\/div>
Active discovery\n<\/div>
Open-ended, hands-on materials invite babies to explore movement, texture and cause-and-effect in their own time.<\/div><\/span><\/span><\/div>
Communication\n<\/div>
Early language foundations\n<\/div>
Educators talk, sing and read with babies throughout the day, laying the groundwork for early communication skills.<\/div><\/span><\/span><\/div>
Family\n<\/div>
Working with parents\n<\/div>
We share daily updates with families and welcome your input, because you know your baby best.<\/div><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div>
\n
\n

\u2014<\/span> \u2014 Quick answer<\/p>\n\n

\n Montessori Minds Hoppers Crossing<\/strong> is a Montessori long day care\n centre and funded kindergarten at 483 Sayers Road, Hoppers Crossing, VIC 3029, serving families across City of Wyndham. We care for children across Babies, Toddlers and a mixed-age 3–6 Kindergarten, and deliver a Victorian Government funded\n kindergarten program of 15 hours a week for eligible children, taught by a teacher\n registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.\n Open Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, 52 weeks a year excluding public holidays.\n Phone (03) 8742 2349<\/a>.\n <\/p>\n\n