Upper East Side · Manhattan

Tot
Explorers

Toddler Pod

A joyful first learning experience for toddlers ages 16–24 months.

Toddler play materials arranged on a classroom table
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A gentle first step

Learn. Play. Grow. Together.

Join us for a warm, small-group program led by a former preschool teacher. Each weekly session is designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and encourage connection through playful, age-appropriate activities.

“A nurturing space where toddlers can explore at their own pace—and caregivers can be part of every discovery.”

Tot Explorers
Program details

Made for toddlers—and their grown-ups

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Ages

16–24 months

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Schedule

Tuesdays or Wednesdays
9:30am - 10:30am

Fall Classes start September 15th!

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Price

$200/month

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Location

Fall Classes - Outside, Location TBA
Winter Classes - TBD

Children
Format

5-6 children per class
Caregiver presence required

A typical Tot Explorers session

Our sample agenda

Each one-hour session follows a gentle rhythm that gives toddlers time to explore, connect, create, move, and transition comfortably.

1
Toy blocks

Welcome & Explore

Playtime, sensory play, and open exploration of toys.

2
Book

Snack & Story

Snack (provided by us), story time, and a simple discussion of the lesson for the day.

3
Paintbrush

Create

A hands-on art project connected to the day’s theme.

4
Music note

Circle & Move

Circle time, music, movement, and group participation.

5
Children

Goodbye

A closing song, warm farewell, and smooth transition home.

Hagar Simon smiling outdoors
Meet your teacher

Meet Hagar

Hagar Simon is a former preschool teacher with over 15 years experience. Having graduated with a Masters in Special Education from Touro College, Hagar has taught pre-kindergarten classes in several schools, most recently at Park East Day School where she taught for 10+ years.

Hagar’s curriculum and lesson plans are always developed/adjusted with each child in mind to cater to a range of needs and interests. Areas of emphasis include pre-literacy skills, fine motor skills, sensory art, interpersonal skills, and understanding of science.

Interested?

Come explore with us.

Register your interest or ask a question about upcoming sessions.