any info on this establishment?
Well, I returned again without notice 2more times, the 1st just a few days after the incident that I had witnessed and was advised the lady that I reported had been dismissed because of her actions and to please not base them on her actions that they do not tolerate such behavior. I was impressed that they let her go so quickly as I did not think anything would even happen. Another visit I watched about 30min unanounnced thru the window so I took her in one day and stayed and observed thru the window that is tinted where she cannot see me but I can see in. I stayed for about 30min left and came back unanounnced again during lunch and stayed for another 30min, took in a pillow for her nap time asked her if she wanted to go or stay she wanted to stay so I let her. Told her I would be back in a few hrs and she could tell me about her day. Picked her up and watched about 15min and she seemed to be having fun, although they do seem to be sitting quite a bit and I will continue to monitor them coming unexpected each time she is there. She went 2x now. On Thurs they have ballet as well with MDA and Miss Ann was her teacher and she was wonderful/great/fantastic/awesome with the girls. I have a older daguhter that was in dance for 3yrs and this teacher wins hands down with just my first impression of her. She was so good with them. She was very kind and loving and I can tell she will be great with my daughter. If my older daughter had a teacher like her she may still want to be in dance. I was very impressed with her. So Lakayla will go now once a week, and they will probably get tired of me watching and peeking but hey, gotta do what you gotta do and I will be doing it every time she is there so they will never know when I will be coming in or out checking on things. I will go a little early next week as seems as they may have had them sleeping for an hour or so too long but not for sure. But she said she had a good day and good time today as well and I was there from 850a till 1045a and went back at noon a few min and again at 330p to get her. so I will see but it seems to be okay. But the Dance will be worth it, the teacher of the dance should have some of the likes of her in the kiddos rooms. You can tell alot of them do not wish to be there and are there just for a paycheck but that is with alot of places. At least I can go in and see her. Thanks for your responses
I have a 2 year old son who I wanted to put in a mother's day out program once a week so he could have more interaction with children his own age. I am/was considering Rainbow Connection because they are very close to where I live. However, I am concerned now if that is such a good idea.
Hi! I have a school that I operate out of my home currently. We focus on low rations, development, pragmatics, practical life, problem-solving, sensorial as well as Science and Art. I have a BA in Child Development and a MA in Play Therapy. I would love to talk with any of you that may be interested.
Do not take your child there. I worked there for all of a whole day ahen my son was one year old to try and get him around other kids his age, and get us out of the house together. What you saw was the norm, and it gets even worse. It is very unorganized, very chaotic and there was a lot of snatching, grabbing, yelling, and the potty thing too.
Hey L.,
I wanted to see if you found a place locally to take your 3yr old. I have a 2yr old and didn't like RC either - having a hard time finding good care in this area. If you have any recommendations, I'd really appreciate it.
Hi L.,
No, I don't know anything about this school, but after reading you inquiry, you really don't need to ask anyone. You, yourself was NOT comfortable with everything that went on with your first visit, need you ask more?? There were too many red flags, listen to them!! Go with your gut feelings, obviously, you were not impressed. Seek elsewhere. I went to 15 or 16 schools to check them out and went unannouced and let me tell you, you see things you would not normally see if you make an appointment. I would not have to let anyone tell me anything about this school, just from your first visit, and what you saw, I wouldn't send my child there!!
Just sending you my opinion!!
G. B.
Everyone's right: you answered your own question. Besides, for every 'rat' that you see (snatching, grabbing, etc.), there are 50 that you DON'T see (how do the teachers act when you're NOT there?)
If it's not too much further for you, take a look at Little Farmers in Farmersville. I was VERY impressed with this facility when I visited there.
BTW, IMO, it's not inappropriate for a 3YO to potty with the door open. Gender identification/differentiation is just starting at this point, and the kids don't think much about it. It also enables a teacher to be a bit more aware of what's going on in the bathroom and the classroom at the same time.
L.,
I do have have any advice on this particular day care facility. However, I will advise you to go with your first mind. If you felt uncomfortable about your visit, perhaps you should keep searching. My experience is that the staff is on its best behavior during new parent visits. It is my belief that the situation will worsen once your children are in attendance. Trust your instincts. Good luck!
- C.
