Early Education Balanced With Christian Values
Toddler Daycare in St. Cloud
Care for ages 2-3, designed to support independence, social skills, & early learning.
1:8 Classroom Ratio
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Gifted Toddlers
A Loving Start for Growing Toddlers in St. Cloud, FL
Designed for children ages 2-3, our toddler daycare in St. Cloud supports growing independence, language, social skills, and early academics. Through structured routines, hands-on learning, potty-training support, and guided play, children build confidence in a nurturing classroom with a 1:8 teacher-student ratio.
Monday-Friday: 7:00am-6:00pm
Helping Toddlers Build Skills Through Play
Frog Street Curriculum
Our Gifted Toddlers use Frog Street, a nationally recognized curriculum for children aged two and older. Through books, songs, stories, movement, and hands-on activities, toddlers strengthen language, social-emotional skills, coordination, problem-solving, and early academic foundations in a playful, age-appropriate way.
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Meet our team, explore our classrooms, and experience our family-centered approach.
Faith-Filled Beginnings
Age-appropriate Christian materials introduce Bible stories that help toddlers begin learning kindness, love, and character. During center time, children explore books, toys, and hands-on materials independently. Families stay connected through ProCare updates covering meals, naps, diapering, potty training, activities, and special moments.
Language, Music & Discovery
Toddlers spend the day exploring through songs, stories, outdoor play, and simple hands-on activities. Teachers support early communication with sign language, picture cards, new vocabulary, and expressive interaction, helping each child build confidence through warm, trusted relationships.
Classroom Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 7:00 – 8:00 | Tabletop: Books, Puzzles, Toys, Arts/Crafts, Numbers, Shapes, Sensory Play |
| 8:00 – 8:30 | Open Centers |
| 8:30 – 8:50 | Breakfast & Clean Up |
| 9:00 – 9:15 | Circle Time: Prayer, Daily Basics, Calendar, Bible Story, Fruit of the Spirit |
| 9:20 – 9:50 |
Diapering & Handwashing Funshine Buttercups Creative Art |
| 9:55 – 10:25 | Funshine Buttercups Language and Literacy |
| 10:30 – 10:55 | Outdoor Play |
| 11:00 – 11:15 | Handwashing & Lunch Prep |
| 11:15 – 11:45 | Lunch |
| 11:45 – 12:15 | Diapering & Nap Prep |
| 12:15 – 2:15 | Nap Time |
| 2:15 – 2:45 | Wake Up Time: Diapering, Tabletop Toys, Handwashing |
| 2:45 – 3:00 | Handwashing & Afternoon Snack |
| 3:00 – 3:15 | Funshine Buttercups Math |
| 3:15 – 3:45 | Outdoor Play |
| 3:45 – 4:05 | Handwashing & Water |
| 4:10 – 4:30 | Funshine Buttercups: Physical, Social/Emotional, Social Studies, Science |
| 4:30 – 5:00 |
Diapering & Handwashing Funshine Buttercups Music and Movement |
| 5:00 – 5:15 |
Floor Activities: Crawl Tunnel Play, Rolling Balls, Hide & Seek Shapes Cognitive Review of ABC/123, Colors/Shapes Activities |
| 5:45 – 6:00 | Table Toys & Dismissal |
Diapering occurs every 2 hours and as needed for each child.
Fueling Bright Beginnings
Our chef prepares nutritious meals onsite with little taste buds and healthy choices in mind. Weekly tuition includes breakfast, lunch, and one snack, with menus thoughtfully balanced across proteins, grains, fruits, and vegetables to keep children nourished and ready for the day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our Gifted Toddlers program is designed for children ages 2-3, with classrooms that support younger and older twos.
We maintain a 1:8 teacher-to-student ratio, with two teachers and a limited class size of 16 toddlers.
Yes. Our toddler classrooms are equipped with bathrooms, and our teachers partner with families during the potty-training process with patience, consistency, and encouragement.
We use Frog Street, a nationally recognized curriculum for children aged two and older. It supports language, social-emotional development, physical development, problem-solving, and early academic skills.
Gifted Toddlers build language, social skills, early literacy, phonics, vocabulary, counting, sorting, matching, and basic math concepts through structured lessons and guided play.
A typical day includes circle time, stories, music, learning centers, pretend play, outdoor play, meals, rest time, potty-training routines, and hands-on classroom activities.
Yes. Breakfast, lunch, and snack are provided daily.
Families receive daily updates with meals, naps, diapering, potty training, activities, and special moments from the day.
Where Growing Toddlers Build Confidence
As children enter their twos, they begin to express themselves more clearly, build friendships, and become increasingly independent. Our Gifted Toddlers program in St. Cloud supports children ages 2-3 through structured routines, early academics, guided play, and loving encouragement that helps them grow with confidence every day.
Frog Street Curriculum for Ages 2-3
Our Gifted Toddlers use Frog Street, a nationally recognized curriculum that introduces early literacy, language, math, and social-emotional learning through stories, music, movement, thematic activities, and hands-on exploration. Each lesson is designed to strengthen foundational skills while making learning engaging and meaningful.
Building Independence Through Daily Experiences
From practicing classroom routines and sharing with friends to developing language skills and potty training, children are encouraged to do more for themselves each day. Teachers provide patient guidance and positive reinforcement, helping toddlers grow into confident, capable learners.
Daily Reports & Milestone Tracking via the Parent App
Parents receive daily app updates that may include meals, naps, diapering, classroom activities, and meaningful moments from the day. This communication helps families feel informed and connected as their toddler grows.
Building Foundations for Social-Emotional Intelligence
Our teachers model kindness, patience, and positive communication throughout the day. Toddlers learn how to interact with friends, follow routines, express feelings, and build trusting relationships in a nurturing environment.
Industry-Leading 1:8 Toddler-to-Teacher Ratio
Our Gifted Toddlers classroom maintains a 1:8 teacher-student ratio with a maximum class size of 16 children. This allows teachers to build strong relationships, provide individualized support, and create a nurturing environment where every child feels seen, encouraged, and ready to learn.
Why Small Group Sizes Are Essential for Toddler Development
Small class sizes give teachers more opportunities to encourage language development, support social-emotional growth, reinforce classroom routines, and celebrate developmental milestones. With personalized attention and consistent guidance, toddlers gain the confidence to explore, communicate, and build skills that prepare them for preschool and beyond.
Personalized Attention for Rapid Language Acquisition
Teachers help toddlers strengthen language through daily conversation, singing, picture cards, storytime, sign language, and playful repetition. These small, consistent interactions help children connect words with meaning and grow more confident in expressing themselves.
Dedicated Caregivers Who Are Trained in Positive Reinforcement
Our caregivers support toddlers with calm voices, clear routines, encouragement, and positive redirection. This approach helps children learn expectations, develop self-control, and build trust with the adults caring for them.
Early Education Curriculum That Integrates S.T.E.A.M.
S.T.E.A.M. begins early through experiences toddlers can touch, hear, move, build, and explore. In our Intelligent Ones classroom, teachers introduce age-appropriate science, math, art, movement, and sensory activities that help children build curiosity, coordination, language, and confidence.
Early Science & Sensory Exploration Stations
Our toddler classrooms include sensory-rich experiences that encourage observation and discovery. Children explore textures, sounds, colors, water, soft toys, and simple cause-and-effect activities that help them understand their environment through hands-on play.
Toddler-Friendly Math – Counting, Sorting & Shapes
Teachers introduce early math through sorting objects, matching colors, counting aloud, identifying shapes, and using manipulatives. These playful activities help toddlers begin recognizing patterns, quantities, and relationships in a way that feels natural.
Creative Expression Through Process-Based Art
Toddlers are encouraged to create, experiment, and explore materials freely. Process-based art supports imagination, fine motor development, sensory exploration, and confidence as children use color, texture, and movement to express themselves.
Gross Motor Development in Secure Outdoor Play Zones
Active play supports balance, coordination, strength, and confidence. Our secure outdoor spaces give toddlers opportunities to climb, walk, run, stretch, and move safely while developing important gross motor skills.
Potty Training Support & Life Skills Development
In the toddler years, everyday routines become powerful learning moments. Our classroom supports potty training, self-feeding, sharing, patience, and other important life skills through structure, encouragement, and close partnership with families.
Stress-Free Potty Training Partnership With Parents
Our toddler classrooms are equipped to support potty training in a calm and consistent way. Teachers work alongside parents with gentle encouragement, routine bathroom breaks, progress updates, and patience through every step.
Encouraging Self-Feeding & Table Manners
Mealtime gives toddlers a chance to practice independence. Teachers encourage self-feeding, utensil use, manners, sitting with classmates, and simple cleanup routines that help children feel capable and confident.
Teaching “Bright Values” – Kindness, Sharing & Patience
Toddlers are learning socialization and how to be part of a classroom community. Through stories, redirection, role play, and teacher modeling, children practice sharing, waiting, kindness, and caring for their friends.
Unrivaled Safety & Transparency for St. Cloud Families
Bright Scholars helps families feel informed, connected, and confident throughout the day. Our toddler programs combine secure access, parent communication, optional classroom viewing, and consistent cleaning routines to support a safe, welcoming environment for growing children.
Watch Your Toddler Thrive With PBJTV Live Video Streaming
Families who want added visibility can access PBJTV live video streaming for an additional weekly fee. This optional service gives parents a secure way to check in and stay connected to their toddler’s day.
Cleanliness Protocols – Sanitizing High-Touch Learning Zones
Our toddler classrooms are cleaned with busy little hands in mind. Teachers regularly sanitize toys, tables, bathrooms, learning materials, and high-touch surfaces to help keep the classroom safe, fresh, and ready for exploration.
Secure Campus Designed for Peace of Mind
Our St. Cloud academy uses secure access systems and thoughtful safety procedures to help protect children throughout the day. From arrival to pick-up, our routines are designed to support a smooth, safe experience for families.
Conveniently Located for Easy Commuting
Bright Scholars supports busy St. Cloud families with a location that makes daily drop-off and pick-up more manageable. Our academy is convenient for parents traveling from nearby neighborhoods, commuting to work, or looking for trusted toddler care close to home.
Serving Families Near Harmony & Canoe Creek
Bright Scholars proudly serves families near Harmony, Canoe Creek, and nearby St. Cloud communities with toddler daycare focused on structure, independence, early academics, and nurturing teacher support.
A Great Fit for Stevens Plantation Residents
For families near Stevens Plantation, Bright Scholars offers convenient toddler care with small classroom ratios, guided play, potty-training support, and a family-centered academy experience.
Convenient for Narcoossee & Kissimmee Families
Our St. Cloud academy is a practical choice for families near Narcoossee, Kissimmee, and surrounding areas who want dependable toddler care, strong communication, and a warm classroom environment.
All-Inclusive St. Cloud Toddler Care for Working Parents
Bright Scholars gives St. Cloud families a toddler care experience built around convenience, consistency, and confidence. With full-day hours, meals, wipes, structured routines, and caring teachers, our program helps parents feel supported while toddlers learn, play, and grow.
Extended Hours (7:00 am – 6:00 pm) for Busy Lifestyles
Our 7:00 am to 6:00 pm schedule supports working families who need reliable full-day childcare for toddlers in St. Cloud. Toddlers move through a thoughtful daily rhythm that includes learning centers, meals, outdoor play, rest, and nurturing teacher support.
Healthy Meals & Wipes Included in Tuition
Families can enjoy fewer daily packing details with breakfast, lunch, snack, and wipes included in tuition. Our team supports healthy mealtime routines while helping toddlers practice independence, manners, and self-feeding skills.
Family-Owned Atmosphere With Modern Academy Standards
As a family-owned early learning center, Bright Scholars feels personal, warm, and connected. At the same time, families benefit from secure systems, structured classrooms, parent communication, and high standards for cleanliness, learning, and care.
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Come see our toddler classroom in person and experience the Bright Scholars difference. During your tour, you can meet our teachers, learn about our routines, explore the classroom, and see how we help toddlers build confidence.
Loved by Scholars & Their Families
Hear from families who have experienced our welcoming environment, meaningful communication, and commitment to helping every child thrive.
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My daughter has been attending Bright Scholars since she was two years old, and now at four she is in Ms. Hyre’s VPK class. We truly cannot say enough wonderful things about her. My daughter comes home every day excited to share something new she has learned. It brings me so much joy to see her thriving and growing. I know she will be more than ready for kindergarten thanks to Ms. Hyre and the amazing support from the Bright Scholars team. Thank you to the entire Bright Scholars family! We love you all!
Bright Scholars has been a true blessing to my family. As a first time mom who was really worried about sending her kid to daycare when she had to go back to work, this was the best place we could have sent him. They truly make you feel like your child is their family and the teachers are truly amazing. We have been so lucky to have formed so many connections with teachers there. Everyone knows my childs name, even if he has never been in their class and they always make him smile when we walk in. They truly have a passion for children and do everything in their power to ensure your child is treated just the way you would treat them at home. They also do such a wonderful job of catering to your specific child and working with you to ensure you feel comfortable with the care they are receiving.
Making the decision of placing your child into a early learning center is not the easiest and most likely it is a very emotional decision as it was for us. Yet from the first time we stepped foot into Bright Scholars, we knew this would be the place for our little one. The owner and directors are hands on. The chef is always smiling. All the teachers know the kids by name, even if the kid isn’t in their classroom. And in my case, Mrs. Pina and Ms. Estrada have been a blessing to our family. Our little one has learned so much and enjoys her time in school. She talks about her teachers and all that they do. She expresses how much she cares of them. Mrs. Pina and Ms. Estrada even helped with the potty training. Within the second week of enrollment, my kid was potty trained.
The school itself has so many activities and special events where the family can join in.
We are loving our experience at Bright Scholars.
We absolutely love Bright scholars! My daughter has been attending since she was 3 months old and is now almost 4 years old. Not only is the curriculum outstanding but the activities the school plans for the kids and parents makes the learning environment so fun and more than what we could have ever expected. The staff is loving, caring, attentive, and has become like family over the years. It brings our family peace knowing our daughter is the best hands when we are at work. Our daughter truly loves going to school and is excelling so much for her age and we can’t thank Bright Scholars enough for that. Highly recommend this school!!
We have been with Bright Scholars since 2019 and wouldn’t go anywhere else. All 3 of my boys have attended this school. The staff is professional and reliable. The facility is always spotless. I love that they also have cameras in your child’s classroom so you can glance in. I love this school!!!
I have nothing but exceptional things to say about Bright Scholars Academy! My daughter’s morning VPK class with Ms. Gonzalez & Ms. Hernandez was sooo wonderful & instrumental in teaching her things and preparing her for Kindergarten. The methods they use to teach kids has made her love learning & I know she will truly miss her teachers and staff there. I am so happy we chose to put her in Bright Scholars & I love receiving updates throughout the day of her activities and all the cute things being done in the classroom. The teachers are so compassionate & understand with the children and you can see the love they have for their students! Thank you again for taking care of my baby.
