Ages 6 weeks – 18 months
Infant Care Program
Gentle, nurturing care for your littlest ones. Our infant specialists create a safe, stimulating environment where your baby can grow, explore, and thrive from their very first days.
Our Approach
A Safe Haven for Your Baby
We understand that leaving your infant in someone else's care is one of the most significant decisions you'll ever make. At Smart Start Academy, our Infant Care Program is built on trust, warmth, and developmental expertise. Our low staff-to-infant ratios ensure every baby receives the individualized attention they deserve — because no two infants are alike.
What's Included in Our Infant Program
Individualized Daily Schedules
We follow your baby's natural rhythms for feeding, sleeping, and play — not a one-size-fits-all routine.
Sensory & Developmental Play
Age-appropriate activities designed to stimulate cognitive, motor, and social-emotional development from day one.
Daily Parent Communication
Receive real-time updates on feeding, naps, diaper changes, and milestones through our parent communication system.
Nutritious Meals & Snacks
All meals and snacks are included. We accommodate dietary needs and support the transition to solid foods.
Safe Sleep Practices
Our infant rooms follow AAP-recommended safe sleep guidelines. Every crib, surface, and sleep environment is inspected daily.
Tummy Time & Motor Development
Structured tummy time sessions and guided movement activities help build strength, coordination, and early motor milestones.
Our Approach to Infant Development
Our infant curriculum is rooted in attachment theory and responsive caregiving. We believe that secure, loving relationships with consistent caregivers are the foundation of all future learning. Every interaction — a diaper change, a feeding, a song — is an opportunity to build trust, language, and connection.
Responsive Caregiving
Caregivers respond promptly and warmly to each infant's cues, building the secure attachment that underpins healthy development.
Language-Rich Environment
Constant narration, singing, and reading expose infants to thousands of words daily, laying the groundwork for language acquisition.
Sensory Exploration
Carefully curated sensory experiences — textures, sounds, colors, and movement — stimulate neural pathways and curiosity.
Family Partnership
We view parents as essential partners. Regular check-ins, milestone updates, and open communication keep families fully involved.
Infant Program FAQs
Ready to Learn More?
Schedule a tour of our infant room and meet the team who will care for your baby. Spaces fill quickly — we recommend reaching out early.