Circle Time Child Care

My son has been attending the Wheaton location since he was 4 months old. He is now 18 months. We absolutely love Circle Time. I was very nervous about leaving my 4 month old with someone I did not know. Ms. Patricia in the infant room is amazing. My son loves her so much and I know she loves him too. I am hoping to have my second son, only a few weeks old, also go to Circle Time. I am not nervous in the least about leaving him in Ms. Patricia's skilled hands. She is not fluent in English, but always is able to get her point across. She was great in helping me as a first time mom understand what was best for my little one.

Now my son is in the toddler room. We love the toddler teachers, Ms. Gloria and Ms. Diana. They are both fluent in English, which is nice, but mot important my little one adores them both. I cannot tell you how wonderful it is that my little one nearly jumps out of my arms when he sees his teachers great him at the door in the morning. He is excited every day to go to "school."

The owner, Gigi, is also great. She makes herself available to all parents. I know she is working on growing her business by starting a preschool. However, I never feel like my husband and I have trouble getting her attention. She makes us feel like it is still just a small at home daycare, which is what I was looking for.

First of all, I'm rating their Kensington location. I don't know about their Wheaton location, though I am sure that's lovely as well.

Their Kensington location is WONDERFUL! It's just off Connecticut, but on a quiet road. The staff is so warm and loving, and each morning they greet my son with a smile! He's happy to play with his friends, and the people there seem to genuinely care about my child and his personal stage of development. I've NEVER walked in to see any one child receiving more or less attention than any other. The location is clean, well-lit, and comfortable. For Father's Day, they helped my son make my husband a card. So sweet!!

So, here's why I didn't give them FIVE stars:

1) I really wish they would let the kids nap for as long as they want. Nap times are from 9-10am, and 1-3pm. Sometimes kids need to nap longer, especially if they are growing. That bothers me a little.

2) While their location is lovely and they do have outdoor space, the gate between the yard and the nearby parking lot is a little low for my taste. I would prefer something a little more secure. Children are NEVER left unattended, but I almost feel like you can't be too cautious.

3) This "complaint" is a little picky, but here we go: I wish there was more of a "curriculum." I realize that for the younger kids, that almost seems silly. Still, I would love to hear what they're learning, maybe if they could have a theme each month like insects or the stars... It's never too early to learn, and I think that would just really push this care to a 5-star rating.

Frankly, as far as "complaints" go, mine really aren't big. I love them! I and I am thrilled my son is there!