leaving daycare

mommymegan831

I'm a teacher so I was pulling my kids out Thursday for the summer and told them I planned to have them back in September.  I talked to them a few times about schedules and my plans, so they definitely expect us back in 

September.  I don't have to pay for the summer.  I did think I had a choice because I need care so early and because of our budget, but I've found another place that I like and works for us, so we're making the switch in September.  I love DS's teacher and I'm satisfied w/ DD's class, although they don't seem to do a whole lot.  My concerns are mainly with the woman that would be DS's teacher in the fall and the set us that they have for the toddlers (changing room in the hall so the whole class has to stay in the changing room while the baby is being changed).  The place also smells like poop alot, and the room DS would go to after this lady is teeny tiny, like maybe 10'X10'.

 

Should I tell them tomorrow or Thursday?  Also, how much detail do I go into?  This daycare is closer to my home, the old one is by work, so I could just give that as my excuse, but I definitely want to say it has something to do with the next teacher.  DS's teacher is so sweet, and she's a college girl who will be studying over seas in the summer.  You think a nice card is enough or should I give her a small gift?  I feel like then I should do something for DD's teacher too.

EastCoastBride

I'd tell them on the last day, and yes - I'd give the teachers a small gift.

As for your complaints, if you want to tell them your concerns, I'd set up an appt w/ the director and talk to them about it.

Fullcircle06

I think a small gift would be nice. As far as what to tell them, that's completely up to you. I agree w/pp about scheduling an appt to voice your concerns. Or you could just say, "it's less of a drive", etc.

jnnfrrose6

Give a gift if you want, but don't feel obligated to provide a reason for leaving unless you feel the director should know your concerns.  Otherwise, your reasons for leaving are yours and a simple "we have chosen to change schools" should suffice.