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Helena Boyd
Jun 15, 2026
My daughter has attended Falls Lake KinderCare since August 2025, and I want to start by recognizing the positive impact that the current director and Assistant Director, Ms. Bailey, have had on our experience. From the very beginning, they made me feel welcomed, supported, and comfortable. As a parent of a child with autism who also receives speech and occupational therapy services, finding a daycare that feels safe and accepting is extremely important. They made me feel as though this center could be a second home for my daughter—a place where she could learn, grow, and thrive while receiving the support she needs.
However, I have come to the realization that not all staff members seem to uphold the same standards of care and compassion that KinderCare promotes. It has been concerning to witness and hear reports of children being handled roughly, spoken to harshly, and injuries not always being taken as seriously as they should be. These are young children—innocent, vulnerable, and deserving of patience, kindness, and protection at all times.
Unfortunately, I have had negative experiences with one teacher and I am not the only parent who has expressed concerns. Based on my experience and ABA therapy observations and conversations with other families, there have been instances where attentiveness, awareness, and professionalism appears to be lacking when hearing a comment such as: “ I’m only here for a paycheck .“ As a parent, that was difficult to hear.
One of my biggest concerns has been feeling that my daughter was not always included and engaged in classroom activities to the same extent as other children. There were times when I observed or was informed that she was left to play alone while other students participated in activities with teachers. It is heartbreaking and unacceptable that my daughter has not been receiving the same level of encouragement, interaction, and support as her peers.
I strongly believe that every child deserves patience, understanding, and an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with their teachers. Young children, especially those with developmental differences, benefit most from educators who take the time to bond with them, learn their individual needs, and help them feel included within the classroom community.
While I am grateful for the leadership and support provided by the directors, I hope these concerns are taken seriously. Every child deserves to feel safe, respected, valued, and cared for, and every parent deserves peace of mind when leaving their child in someone else’s care. My hope is that all staff members will consistently reflect the same warmth, compassion, and professionalism that initially made me feel welcome to trust and believe my daughter will be well taken care of at Falls Lake KinderCare.