The Elephant Room | Caring for Toddlers 12

Q: How do you support my baby’s individual routine?

We work closely with each family to understand your baby’s feeding, sleeping and settling patterns. Educators follow your home routine as closely as possible, with flexible care that adapts to your baby’s natural rhythm throughout the day.

Q: How do you keep families updated throughout the day?

We use the Xplor Home app to share real-time updates, including nap times, feeds, nappy changes and photos of your baby’s experiences. You’re also welcome to check in with educators at any time — we believe in open, ongoing communication.

Q: How do you support my child's first steps and growing mobility?

Our environment is designed for safe, active exploration. Educators encourage crawling, pulling up, and walking through open spaces, age-appropriate equipment, and plenty of supervised movement opportunities.

Q: My child is starting to show strong preferences. How do you handle that?

Emerging independence is celebrated here. Educators offer simple choices, respect your child’s growing autonomy, and use gentle redirection when needed to support confidence and emotional development.

Q: How do you encourage early communication and first words?

Educators narrate daily activities, sing songs, and respond to babbles and gestures enthusiastically. This rich language environment actively supports vocabulary growth and the exciting milestone of first words.

A Space for Confidence and Curiosity

The Elephant Room for toddlers (12–18 months) is a warm, welcoming space where growing toddlers build trust, confidence and connection.

As they take first steps and explore more of the world, our gentle routines and responsive care support their developing independence while nurturing strong emotional bonds.

What to Expect in the Elephant Room

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Supporting Families Through Growing Independence

As toddlers grow more capable, we stay connected through regular updates and support you through changes in sleep, feeding and routines.

Meet Ellie the Elephant

Gentle, steady and full of heart, Ellie is a comforting presence for our growing toddlers. She encourages strong bonds, calm confidence, and the courage to take first steps, reminding little ones that they’re always supported as they explore their expanding world.

Meet our Elephant Room educators

Our expert educators are fully qualified and experienced for working with babies

Early childhood educator with 5 years’ experience, Diploma qualified, passionate about play-based learning and excited to lead the chimp room at Amara