12- 24 Months

At Stephanie’s Family Child Care & Preschool in Camarillo, our 12–24-month program is thoughtfully designed to support your child’s earliest stages of independence, movement, and discovery.

During this stage of rapid growth, children are encouraged to explore freely—building gross motor skills like walking and climbing, and fine motor skills such as grasping and hand control. This freedom of movement strengthens their bodies, builds confidence, and supports key developmental milestones.

Each day, children are gently guided in developing early self-help skills, beginning social interactions, and responding to simple directions in a calm, nurturing environment.

Our indoor and outdoor spaces are intentionally designed to encourage curiosity, exploration, and hands-on discovery.

Children in this age group are also thoughtfully introduced to preschool experiences, including art, music, movement, and circle time—fostering early engagement, connection, and a natural love of learning.

Your child’s safety is always our priority. We follow safe sleep practices aligned with the American Academy of Pediatrics and Community Care Licensing to ensure every child rests in a secure, well-supervised environment.

Our program maintains a consistent daily rest period from 1:00–4:00 PM. All children rest during this time, and with consistency, they learn to settle and sleep well.

For children 12–24 months, we support developmentally appropriate sleep by offering a shorter morning nap when needed, followed by a longer afternoon rest.

Safe Sleep Practices
• Infants sleep in a crib or pack-n-play, free of blankets, toys, and swaddles
• Pacifiers are allowed without attachments
• Children are always placed on their backs to sleep
• Visual checks are completed regularly throughout rest time

To maintain a safe and consistent sleep environment, children are placed in their sleep space awake and supported in learning to fall asleep independently. While some families use rocking or holding at home, consistency between home and care helps children adjust more smoothly and develop strong, restful sleep habits.

Our sleep environment is calm and thoughtfully prepared, with soft music, gentle airflow, and a peaceful atmosphere that supports deep, restorative rest.