Beginners 2-3 years Home / Programs / Beginners (2-3 yrs) Meeting Milestones & Having Fun Infants Toddlers Beginners (2-3 yrs) Intermediates (3-4 yrs) Pre-K How Does Preschool Support Development in 2-Year-Olds? Ages two and three mark a pivotal turning point in early childhood development, when children begin to assert their independence, expand their expressive language, and develop the skills that will shape their learning for years to come. Our proprietary Links to Learning curriculum is purposefully designed around this moment, grounded in research-backed pedagogy and built by education experts who understand the demands of this stage. In our Beginner program, children develop the self-help skills and emotional awareness that build genuine confidence, while laying critical foundations in literacy and mathematics. Through intentional, play-based experiences, students grow in their ability to communicate, reason, create, and connect, one meaningful milestone at a time. Schedule a Tour What Will My 2-Year-Old Experience in Preschool? Sensory activities that support print awareness and first-name recognition Opportunities to ask and answer “who,” “what,” “where,” “why,” and “yes/no” questions Music and movement experiences that build rhythm, self-expression, and language Introduction to Spanish, social studies, and diversity through culturally rich, intentional lessons What Do 2 and 3-Year-Olds Learn in Preschool? Language & Literacy Our students learn new words by talking with their teachers and friends. They follow directions and use words to share their needs and feelings. These skills make communication easier for them. Mathematical Thinking Children explore numbers by grouping items and noticing simple patterns. They work with number sets, experiment with shapes, and sort by colors. These early math activities build confidence, problem-solving, and reasoning skills. Social-Emotional Learning Our students use words to get across their needs and wants. They practice taking turns and sharing with friends. Our teachers help them name feelings in themselves and others. These skills support their social growth and help them understand different types of emotions. Wellness Children build coordination by doing tasks that use their hands and eyes together, such as stacking blocks or drawing. Simple movements, like hopping or balancing on one foot, help them to develop balance and strengthen their muscles. Creative Expression Our students play musical instruments, dance to favorite songs, and start to choose tunes that they love. They make art with different colors, textures, and materials, showing their creativity. In pretend play, they act out stories and use their imagination in fun and new ways. Scientific Exploration Young children are naturally curious! In our program, they learn where animals live and explore basic engineering ideas through hands-on activities. They use tools to explore objects, ask questions, and learn how things work. Citizens of the World Our students learn about similarities and differences between themselves and others. They are also introduced to Spanish, where they learn colors, shapes, and greetings. We create a welcoming space where all cultures are valued and celebrated.
