Lake Washington Toddler Group

Where Parents and Small Children Can Learn Together

CLASSES

Class Schedule 2010-11
Registration Page

Your child must fit into the specified age range as of August 31,^st 2010. For example if your child is 22 months as of August 31^st, you will choose a 12-23 or 18-36 months class. You will stay in the class the entire school year and the toddlers will all grow together.

WAIT LIST POLICY:
If you are interested in one of the classes that is full, please contact the Registrar and ask to be added to the wait list.  We allow each family to be on up to three wait lists if you are not currently enrolled.  If you are enrolled in one of our classes, we ask that you limit yourself to one wait list.

what are the classes like?

Classes consist of music and movement, age appropriate art, a variety of sensory experiences, playtime for the toddlers, a parent education discussion and time for a snack or lunch. Each class meets once a week and consists of 1 hour and 45 minutes of parent education, toddler playtime, age-appropriate toddler art, story time, music & movement and snack time.  The class is followed by 15 minutes of cleanup.

How old does my child have to be?

LWTG classes are open to toddlers between 6 and 36 months (by August of the current school year) and their parents. Classes are available for parents attending with one child as well as those attending with two children, each under 36 months of age.

WHAT ABOUT MY NEWBORN?

Newborns are welcome to attend non-sibling classes until 3 months of age.  Due to safety concerns and insurance requirements, infants must be in a front or backpack. You can sign up for the family class or the sibling class and a few other classes have spots for siblings as well!

CONTACT US TO REGISTER FOR AN OPEN CLASS

LWTG has become very popular and classes fill quickly and have long waiting lists. Visit our registration page for more information.  Registration is on a first-come/first-served basis. To find out what classes are still open after March 27, you can send a message to the registrar or call (425) 827-6940. In your email, or on the voicemail system, please leave your:

·         Name

·         Address

·         Phone number

·         Your child's name and birthday

·         Your first and second choice class time (classes often fill quickly!).

Our registration volunteer will contact you to confirm your selection. You will receive the registration packet in the mail, with instructions to return the completed forms, or you can print the form online by visiting the REGISTRATION page.

FEATURED CLASS -- Pre-Preschool

The Pre-Preschool class at LWTG is designed for children ages 30-36 months as of August 31st. In addition to the normal schedule of a 24-36 month class, this class incorporates activities to promote learning of pre-academic skills. The smaller age range and class size is beneficial as the children progress to cooperative play. Each week, a child does show and tell which allows them the opportunity to bring a favorite item from home and begin to feel comfortable speaking in front of a group. The other children love to ask questions and they usually share something about themselves. This is often the favorite part of class for the parents.

There are monthly science activities which take place during free time. Examples include making pudding, sink and float, dinosaur fossils, and making butter. An extended circle time allows for counting, color, and movement games. As the year progresses, children become accustomed to participating in the group for longer periods of time. In the spring there is a field trip to the Gold Creek Trout Farm.

This class can be a great stepping stone to preschool. You might even consider this class if your child will attend a drop-off preschool. Parents attend with their child each week which allows you to continue to observe your child’s development among his or her peers.

Subject to change