How do you decide when a toddler is ready to move up a room?

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My 20 month old dd's nursery has two toddler rooms for 1-2 and 2-3, the owner has suggested that I consider moving her to the 2-3 room early. I know there is space there, but a waiting list for the 1-2 room, so I think that is her motivation.

I obviously just want to do whatever is best for my DD, would it be to her advantage or disadvantage to be the youngest instead of amoung the oldest in the room? Maybe she would have more fun playing with the older toddlers? Or maybe it would be bad for her self-esteem, she is in no way advanced for her age.

Any advice appreciated.

If she had good communication and liked to run round lots, then the next room would be good. If she is quieter, then it might all be a bit much yet.

Can she do a few trial days ? DS moved up early from babies to toddlers after he and his partner in crime friend went in when it was quiet and the others in babies were much younger, and they had such a good time they didn't want to go back

There's no way of knowing until you try, it totally depends on her. DS hated changing rooms but he's a sensitive soul and was really attached to the baby room staff. Ask them to take it slowly with a few visits to the other room then a few half days. If she loves it, go for it, if not get them to hang fire.

Thanks for that, I will speak to her key worker about it and try and arrange a few visits and trial days. I had a quick tour of the other room this morning, I couldn't believe how big the children looked!

I feel all emotional at the thought of my baby moving up.

(and the pedant in me is wishing I could edit my OP, among obviously)

My DS moved up early every time because he got disruptive when he was the biggest and the toys no longer interested him

He thrived in the next room each time.
Agree with letting her have a visit