My daughter started at Dainty Montessori Daycare at 20 months and attended for about six months. At first, I was impressed by the clean, secure environment and appreciated the use of a charting app to keep parents updated. The initial tour left a positive impression, and I felt hopeful about the experience. However, over time, I noticed some challenges. My daughter was sent home at least ten times for being "sick," even though no one else in our household--including our housekeeper--became ill. When I raised concerns, the focus shifted from her health to her behavior, which was confusing since she was a happy and well-behaved child at home. Because of my concerns, I had an observer come in to watch the classroom and get a clearer picture of what was happening. The observer confirmed that children were often placed on 20-minute timers, which is an excessively long period for a two-year-old. Additionally, the staff seemed to miss important parts of the children's interactions and were only reacting to what they directly saw, without fully understanding the context. Separately, I noticed frequent staff changes, which made it difficult to know who was caring for my daughter and build consistent relationships. I also felt there weren't always enough staff actively supervising the children, as my daughter came home with stories about other kids hurting her--incidents the staff didn't bring to my attention. Another concern was the emotional environment. On several occasions, the director shared complaints about other parents with me, which made me uncomfortable and added to the stress of the situation. As a new parent in the childcare world, I wanted a space where I felt supported -- not one where I felt caught in behind-the-scenes frustrations. The staff also suggested implementing a reward system for "good behavior days" for a two-year-old, which I felt was unrealistic and not developmentally appropriate. Toddlers are still learning to manage emotions and communicate, and expecting perfect behavior all day sets an unfair standard. Over time, I saw my daughter's confidence decline, and drop-offs became increasingly difficult. After withdrawing her, I saw a positive change in her mood and overall well-being. Since withdrawing my daughter, I have also had difficulty communicating with the school to retrieve her yearbook. I hope I do not experience any further pushback, but felt it was important to share this honest experience. While my experience with the daycare wasn't ideal for a toddler, I believe Dainty Montessori may be a better fit for older children who might thrive in their environment. I encourage parents to visit, ask questions, and consider what's best for their child's age and needs. Lastly, I've noticed that some critical reviews about the school have been removed from public platforms. This can make it harder for families to get a full understanding before enrolling. I hope this feedback provides a balanced and thoughtful perspective to help others make informed decisions.