Infant Childcare | The Sprouts Program
6 weeks to 12 months old
Your baby’s first months outside of home are sacred. The Sprouts program at First Beginnings Academy in Kirkland, WA is built around one thing above all else: making your baby feel safe, loved, and ready to begin discovering the world.
We accept infants from 6 weeks through 12 months in a calm, beautifully designed space where responsive caregiving, sensory-rich exploration, and consistent routines come together to support the most important developmental period of a child’s life.
Supporting Growth Into the Toddler Years
As infants grow, we gently support emerging independence and developmental readiness for the next stage.
Teachers encourage:
- Gross motor development such as sitting, crawling, and walking
- Social awareness and engagement
- Early communication and language development
- Curiosity, confidence, and exploration
Transitions into our Toddler Program are handled thoughtfully to ensure continuity of care and emotional comfort.
Early Learning Through Play and Exploration
Even in infancy, children are actively developing cognitive, language, and motor skills. Our program supports early learning through intentional sensory experiences and developmentally appropriate play.
- Tummy time and movement exploration
- Music, singing, and early language exposure
- Storytime and visual engagement
- Sensory play with textures, sounds, and safe materials
- Opportunities for safe exploration and discovery
Teachers carefully observe each infant’s development and introduce new experiences at a comfortable pace that respects individual readiness.
Individualized Care for Every Infant
No two babies are the same. Our teachers follow personalized routines that reflect each child’s unique needs and family preferences. Infants receive:
Individual feeding schedules
Personalized nap routines
Frequent diapering and attentive hygiene care
Gentle soothing and one-on-one bonding
Daily communication with families
A Safe, Beautiful Space for Your Baby
The Sprouts classroom is designed with infants in mind: calm colors, soft lighting, age-appropriate materials, and spaces for tummy time, sensory play, and quiet rest. Safety is never a compromise here — it’s the foundation.
We invite families seeking infant childcare in Kirkland to visit First Beginnings Academy and experience our nurturing environment firsthand.