Infant Care Program Fort Mill & Indian Land, SC
Your baby's earliest months are filled with wonder, connection, and the first moments that shape their life. Every smile, sound, and small discovery helps your little one begin to understand the world and feel safe within it. In our infant care classrooms, babies are surrounded by nurturing teachers and a secure environment where they can explore, grow, and begin developing confidence through gentle play and loving care. At Field of Dreams, our infant care programs in Fort Mill, SC, and Indian Land, SC, support families by creating a warm place where babies feel known, supported, and encouraged as their learning journey begins.
Infant Care Program Enrollment
Ages Served
6 weeks to 12 months
Schedule Options
Full-time and part-time enrollment available, subject to classroom availability and the infant's age.
Hours
Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Is Potty Training Required?
Potty training is not required for infants. Our teachers work closely with parents and families to support each child's development naturally as they grow.
Curriculum Focus
Our infant program follows a Reggio-inspired philosophy where learning begins through exploration, observation, and connection. Our curriculum, designed for infant child care, encourages babies to explore natural materials, sensory objects, and sounds while building early language and motor skills. Through gentle teaching moments, singing, talking, and responsive communication, our educators help babies begin developing awareness of the world while strengthening trust and emotional security.
Daily Routine
Every infant's routine is personalized to support their health, development, and natural rhythms. Babies enjoy quiet exploration, sensory play, music, movement, and outdoor time when appropriate. Through play, conversation, and comforting interactions, children remain engaged in meaningful activities that support early learning and development.
Classroom Experience
Our infant classrooms are calm, welcoming spaces designed to help babies feel secure and supported. Natural materials, soft lighting, and engaging objects encourage curiosity while giving children the freedom to explore safely.
About Our Infant Care Program
Many parents wonder how much learning truly happens during infancy. Research continues to show that the early years of a child's life are critical for brain development and future success. High-quality infant child care environments provide babies with experiences that support emotional security, social awareness, and healthy development. At Field of Dreams, our infant care classrooms combine loving relationships with meaningful learning experiences. Through thoughtful interactions, our teachers encourage babies to explore, observe, and develop early communication skills that support their growth throughout childhood. Our goal is to create a strong foundation for each child's life by providing nurturing and responsive infant care.
From 6 Weeks to 12 Months: Child Development Support For Every Stage
In our infant program, babies learn about the world through hands-on exploration, gentle teaching, and meaningful play experiences. Our nurturing infant care environment encourages children to explore objects, sounds, movement, and communication while supporting early development, motor skills, and language awareness in a secure environment where infants feel safe to grow and thrive.
- Group Time - During group time in our infant program, babies experience singing, talking, and listening to stories that help develop early language, communication skills, and awareness of the sounds and rhythms of the world around them.
- Sensory Table - At the sensory table, infants explore natural objects, textures, water, and sand that support exploration, strengthen motor skills, and help children begin discovering basic science and mathematical concepts through play.
- Art Center - In the art center, babies begin exploring colors, shapes, and textures through creative play, strengthening fine motor skills, encouraging expression, and supporting early development in a nurturing environment.
- Block Center - In the block center, infants and young children explore stacking, sorting, and moving objects to develop coordination, large-muscle skills, problem-solving skills, and confidence through hands-on play.
- Book Center - In our book center, teachers read stories, talk with children, and introduce new words and sounds that support language development, communication skills, and a lifelong love of reading.
- Science and Discovery Center - In the science and discovery center, babies explore natural materials and objects that foster curiosity, encourage observation, and help infants begin understanding how the world works through investigation and exploration.
- Dramatic Play - Through dramatic play, children explore imagination, communication, and social interaction while experimenting with language, expressing ideas, and developing confidence through creative role play.
- Outdoor Exploration - On our natural playground, infants, toddlers, and preschool children explore textures, plants, weather, and movement in a secure environment that supports physical development, strengthens motor skills, and fosters curiosity about nature.
Infant Program Enrollment and Registration
Families looking for infant care in Fort Mill, SC, or in Indian Land, SC, often begin by visiting our centers to see our classrooms in action. During your visit, you can meet our teachers, learn about our curriculum designed for infant development, and ask questions about how we support your baby's unique needs. Our team understands that choosing infant child care is an important decision, and we are here to help families feel confident and supported throughout the enrollment process. Contact our center today to learn more about availability in our infant program and begin planning your child's first learning experience.
Why Families Trust Our School
Families choose Field of Dreams because our commitment to excellence, safety, and nurturing relationships creates an environment where children thrive.
- Our infant care classrooms provide a secure environment where babies feel safe, supported, and encouraged to explore.
- Our experienced teachers and educators focus on building strong relationships with children and parents, creating trust and open communication.
- Our program is designed for early childhood development, encourages exploration, sensory learning, and meaningful interaction.
- Our curriculum incorporates the South Carolina Early Learning Standards, supporting development across six key domains, including language, cognitive development, social and emotional growth, health and physical development, mathematical thinking, and approaches to learning.
- Our natural playgrounds and outdoor environments support healthy development while allowing babies and children to experience the world around them.
- Our programs create a strong foundation for each child's life, helping children develop confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
A Private School Serving Fort Mill & Indian Land, South Carolina
Field of Dreams proudly serves families across Fort Mill and Indian Land, South Carolina, through welcoming campuses designed to support early childhood development. Our Baxter and Edgewater locations provide nurturing environments where infants, toddlers, and young children explore, discover, and develop confidence through play-based learning. Schedule your tour today to see our programs in action.
Other Programs Available at Our Locations
Our toddler program helps young children develop independence, language skills, coordination, and confidence through play-based learning, hands-on exploration, and supportive social interaction.
Our two-year-old program focuses on building early social skills, creativity, and communication through engaging activities, sensory play, and guided exploration that encourages curiosity and confidence.
Our three-year-old program strengthens early literacy, problem-solving, and teamwork through play-based projects, imaginative learning, and hands-on discovery, preparing children for the next stage of preschool.
Our Pre-K and Transitional-K program focuses on kindergarten readiness by building strong language, math, and critical thinking skills while nurturing confidence, independence, and a love of learning.
Our After School Care program for school-age kids provides a safe and engaging environment where children receive homework support, participate in creative projects, and continue developing social skills, leadership, and curiosity after the school day.
Our summer camp program combines outdoor exploration, creative projects, and hands-on activities to keep children engaged, active, and excited about learning throughout the summer.
Our enrichment programs provide opportunities for children to explore creativity, STEM learning, movement, and cultural experiences through engaging activities that expand their interests and strengthen problem-solving skills.
Other Programs Available at Our Locations
Our toddler program helps young children develop independence, language skills, coordination, and confidence through play-based learning, hands-on exploration, and supportive social interaction.
Our two-year-old program focuses on building early social skills, creativity, and communication through engaging activities, sensory play, and guided exploration that encourages curiosity and confidence.
Our three-year-old program strengthens early literacy, problem-solving, and teamwork through play-based projects, imaginative learning, and hands-on discovery, preparing children for the next stage of preschool.
Our Pre-K and Transitional-K program focuses on kindergarten readiness by building strong language, math, and critical thinking skills while nurturing confidence, independence, and a love of learning.
Our After School Care program for school-age kids provides a safe and engaging environment where children receive homework support, participate in creative projects, and continue developing social skills, leadership, and curiosity after the school day.
Our summer camp program combines outdoor exploration, creative projects, and hands-on activities to keep children engaged, active, and excited about learning throughout the summer.
Our enrichment programs provide opportunities for children to explore creativity, STEM learning, movement, and cultural experiences through engaging activities that expand their interests and strengthen problem-solving skills.
Parent Reviews
Kathryn C.
February 20, 2025
Our son is so excited everyday to go to school. He is learning so much with the creative experiences and activities each day! He brings home exciting stories each day and I like being able to see the updates on the ProCare app. He looks forward to Mondays to get back to school & his teachers!
Paul D.
December 13, 2024
Admin @ FOD are very down to earth and positive. Additionally, I appreciate the communication I receive from FOD. (School events, meal menu, incident reports, and general info about my child’s day to day “stuff”.
Danielle K.
August 27, 2024
The welcoming and supportive environment for my little girl with non typical needs. I’ve felt so welcomed to have a team show such willingness and acceptable to my daughter. It’s so appreciated!
Emily C.
August 6, 2024
I love the teachers and staff at Field of Dreams. Everyone knows my child and truly cares for him.
Priyanka N.
July 16, 2024
Class teacher Miss Amanda
Mistie D.
July 3, 2024
We have been at FOD for almost two years and have been very happy with our experience. Our daughter is educated as well as cares for! Not much more you can ask for!
Jessica C.
July 2, 2024
The teachers are the very best at FOD. They are invested in the school. Majority of the teachers have been there 5 plus years. Communication is very important to them and it shows. The children are active and happy! They are provided with open ended activities. My child loves coming to summer camp!
Jason T.
April 22, 2024
It’s been a great year for our son! We are so lucky he is in this field of dreams. We are so happy with the teachers and the communication with how our son is progressing
Melissa S.
May 16, 2023
We love the school and most importantly Amelia loves going to school. What's not to love we have Ms. Ashleigh as our teacher
Derek B.
May 15, 2023
We had an amazing experience at Field of Dreams! We just live a little far away and found a place closer to home that we are going with. Thank you for everything, our boy loved his school so much!
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Infant Care Program
Our curriculum, designed for infant care, focuses on supporting each baby's natural development through nurturing relationships, sensory exploration, and meaningful play. In our infant program, teachers closely observe children to identify their interests and introduce activities that foster motor skills, early communication, and discovery in a secure environment. Through singing, talking, and hands-on exploration with safe objects, babies begin developing language awareness, confidence, and curiosity about the world. This thoughtful approach helps infants build a strong foundation for learning, growth, and healthy development during the earliest stage of life.
Schedule a Tour!
Your baby's earliest experiences matter deeply. These precious months help shape how your child explores, communicates, and connects with the world. We invite you to visit our school, meet our educators, and experience the nurturing environment where babies begin their journey of discovery. Seeing our classrooms, teachers, and engaged children in person helps families feel confident about their choice of infant care.