Parent-Toddler and Parent-Infant Programs

Parent-Toddler Classes

Our parent-toddler classes offer a unique opportunity for parents and toddlers to explore together the wonderful world of the young child. They provide a gentle structure within which toddlers (up to young 3-year-olds) can begin to experience the world outside of the home with the security of a parent nearby.

Under the guidance of a Waldorf-trained teacher, the classes aim to deepen understanding of the developmental stages of early childhood. Through household tasks and simple handwork projects, parents have the opportunity to observe how the teacher transforms these activities into education for the very young child. The classes also provide an opportunity for parents to come together in mutual support.

We offer both Thursday morning and Friday morning classes that meet from 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. and include a light snack. The beginning week of each new class includes a Wednesday afternoon (2:00 - 3:00 p.m.) orientation session designed just for the parents.

To register call Lyn Baird, Admissions Director, 207-865-3900 Ext 103 or email admissions@merriconeag.org.

Schedule for 2011-12:

Fall Class on Thursdays (September 15 – December 15)
September 14 (orientation), 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17,

December 1, 8, 15 (no class on Nov 24) Cost: $490.

Fall Class on Fridays (September 16 – December 16)
September 14 (orientation), 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 18,

December 9, 16 (no classes on Nov 11, Nov 25, Dec 2) Cost: $420.

Winter Class on Thursdays (January 5 – March 15)
January 4 (orientation), 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16, March 1, 8, 15
(no class on Feb 23) Cost: $385.

Winter Class on Fridays (January 6 – March 16)
January 4 (orientation), 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 17, March 2, 9, 16
(no classes on Feb, 10, 24) Cost: $350.

Spring Class on Thursdays (March 29 – May 31)
March 28 (orientation), 29, April 5, 12, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
(no class on April 19) Cost: $350.

Spring Class on Fridays (March 30 – June 1)
March 28 (orientation), 30, April 6, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1
(no classes on April 13, 20) Cost: $315.

Parent-Infant Classes

Our Parent Infant Classes are designed for parents with children approximately four to ten months old. The classes are led by a Waldorf-trained teacher. Parents will discover how to understand, respect and enjoy the individuality of each baby. As we observe babies exploring their environment and gaining physical skills such as rolling, sitting, crawling and standing, we will learn ways to meet their needs at these different developmental stages. We will also share ideas about how to create a home life that supports healthy and joyful growth.

Classes meet weekly on Thursday afternoons from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. and include a light snack for parents.

To register call Lyn Baird, Admissions Director, 207-865-3900 Ext 103 or email admissions@merriconeag.org.

Schedule for 2011 - 12:  

Fall Class on Thursdays (September 15 – December 15)
September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17,
December 1, 8, 15 (no class on Nov 24) Cost: $285.

Winter Class on Thursdays (January 5 – March 15)
January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16, March 1, 8, 15
(no class on Feb 23) Cost: $220.

Spring Class on Thursdays (March 29 – May 31)
March 29, April 5, 12, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
(no class on April 19) Cost: $200.