I have two sons(3&4) who currently are in a nice christian daycare,I have no problems with the daycare other than the fact that I dont feel that they are getting the best education,but it was all we could afford,now we are bringing in higher salaries and can afford to pay more in childcare.I went and visited a few other daycars and fell in love with a kindercare,I love everything about it,from their teaching techniques down to their security..the problem is that once I gave my current daycare our 2 week notice,she basically begged my not to switch them..I felt so bad for her and guilty..she really is nice and did do us a favor by giving us a realy good discount for the kids.By switching them I dont wanna seem ungrateful,but I also want whats best for my children...
2006-12-02 02:33:18 · 12 answers · asked by simply2priceless 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Please don't feel guilty! It was wrong, dead wrong of this woman to GUILT you into keeping your children under her care. What is at stake here is YOUR children's education and well being. I live down the street from Kindercare and everytime I walk by, the children look so happy and there is always a teacher or two outside supervising. Kindercare has a pretty good reputation and your money will be well spent.
And you are NOT being ungrateful! You are looking out for the well being of your children. Please explain this to the lady at the Christian Day Care. As a Christian myself, I can totally understand your situation. I attended a Christian highschool my freshman year and I was dumber for it when I transferred back to public highschool (I had to repeat many of the classes I'd taken at the Christian school). I'm not saying all Christian institutions for learning are lacking, but they just don't have the money to afford top notch teachers, books, facilities and study aids.
2006-12-02 10:04:07 · answer #1 · answered by olliebee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You answered it yourself, do what is best for your children. Daycare is business. I have heard wonderful things about Kindercare. I am sure you are grateful for her kindness to you and your children.
I was in the same boat with my 2 sons. I couldn't afford the great day cares. When my 5 year old started kindergarten he couldn't read. I was able to afford a better daycare for my younger son for pre-k and he was able to read when he started k. It is a tough decision because you do get so close to your children's care givers, but I honestly think you will thank yourself in the long run.
2006-12-02 10:41:23 · answer #2 · answered by ssstinagail 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should not feel guilty your children will need more of an education just to go to kindergarten. Give the best to your kids and if you do feel guilt then give some money out of charity to the christian daycare from time to time.
2006-12-02 15:35:41 · answer #3 · answered by eeyoree rocks2003 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What matters in the world most of all is your family and especially your children. DO NOT hesitate for a moment to do what's best for your children! You're not being ungrateful to this daycare or showing any disrespect. Your children deserve the best you can offer them and we can't make everyone happy. Thank her again for her genuine interest in keeping your kids, but tell her that it's in the best interest of your children that they be moved. If she can't accept that, then she'll have to find some way to and don't worry yourself about it. Life is too short to worry about the small things. Worry about those kids!
Hope this helps,
Jen
2006-12-02 16:06:24 · answer #4 · answered by JH 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can understand that you feel obligated to keep your children at the other daycare ,but if you feel that the other childcare place is better then why wouldnt you switch?
Its not like you will be hurting your kids b/c they are still pretty little but if you can afford it and you like it then do want you want to do and switch.
That lady will understand, tell her you will bring them by to visit every once and while !
2006-12-02 13:15:01 · answer #5 · answered by CookFrNW 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put your kids in the daycare you like. You only get one chance to raise them. You're not responsible for the needs of the other daycare, you're responsible for your kids!
2006-12-02 12:26:52 · answer #6 · answered by Kat H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This shouldn't be an issue...raise your children how you see fit. Stand firm...if you are feeling that guilty, give them a nice thank-you card and a plant or something, but do what's best for your babies :)
2006-12-02 11:43:46 · answer #7 · answered by єЖтяα ¢яιѕρψ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whatever you feel their education is lacking, fill it in yourself. Parents are the best teachers for children after all.
2006-12-02 11:46:54 · answer #8 · answered by ♥Pamela♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is best for your children is not dumping them in daycare. If you do choose daycare why not choose the very best.
2006-12-02 10:36:08 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
You need to do what's best for your children.
2006-12-02 13:09:35 · answer #10 · answered by njyecats 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋