Big Leaps for Little Feet: What to Expect at Age 3

Posted on June 11, 2025 by Angel's Care

3 year old milestones

As parents, watching your child grow and develop is one of life’s greatest joys. At Angels Care & Learning Center, we understand the importance of nurturing each child’s unique developmental journey, especially during the crucial early years.  

In this blog, we’ll focus on 3-year-old developmental milestones and how our learning center can support your child through these pivotal stages. 

Language and Communication 

Language skills take a significant leap at this age. Children start to make up songs, rhymes, and stories, showcasing their growing vocabulary and imagination. They also learn to follow a series of unrelated directions, which helps in building their comprehension and memory skills.  

How do we promote language and communicating? 

Our teachers at Angels Care incorporate storytelling, singing, and interactive play into daily routines, encouraging children to express themselves and develop their communication abilities. 

In addition to English language communication, Angels Care & Learning Center is also a bilingual (Spanish/English) learning environment. Children learn to communicate through speech and lessons with our bilingual staff. No prior bilingual experience is necessary – children at all language levels are welcome! 

Social and Emotional Development 

Developing social and emotional skills is crucial for 3-year-olds. They begin to play with other kids and feel more comfortable being separated from their parents. This is also the age when children start to show a wider range of emotions.  

How do we develop social and emotions? 

At Angels Care, we provide a supportive and nurturing environment where children can build friendships and learn to navigate their feelings. Our experienced teachers guide them through these interactions, helping them develop empathy and cooperation skills. 

Our Partnership with Austin ISD 

We are proud to announce that our Pre-K 3 classes are part of a partnership between Angels Care & Learning Center and Austin ISD, aimed at preparing students for kindergarten.  Our staff undergo extensive training and use the latest, most advanced Pre-K curriculum available.  

As one of the few AISD pre-k programs offering full-day care, we are committed to providing the highest quality education and care for your child. 

Monitoring Development 

Our teachers are trained to monitor each child’s progress and provide personalized care, because we recognize that every child develops at their own pace. We pay close attention to any signs of delayed development and ensure every child receives the support they need to thrive. 

Understanding 3-year-old developmental milestones is essential for parents who want to support and promote their child’s growth and future educations. We are dedicated to helping your child reach these milestones through a combination of structured activities, bilingual learning, personalized care, and a nurturing environment. Together, we can help your child build a strong foundation for future success. 

Give your child the gift of a jumpstart on their education in a fun, caring environment.  

Join our learning community today.  

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