WWYD- two year old hates his nursery school

Hi everyone,

My two year old son has been attending his nursery school since September for 3 hours a day, 5 days a week.

At this point, i figured he would really love his teachers by now... Except that hasnt been the case.

He never wants to go and doesnt ever seem excited to see his 3 teachers- although he does seem happy when i pick him up.

My question is- would you keep your son in the same school next year and see what teachers he ends up with?

His current teachers aren't particularly warm and fuzzy- maybe thats the problem? Perhaps he will end up with a nicer teacher next year...

Not sure what to do...

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If it has been since September and he still doesn't like it and, at the same time, I don't like the vibe of the teachers then yes, I would switch my son. There are a lot of wonderful schools and programs out there. So, if I felt unhappy in any way and he was unhappy after a long period of time (not two weeks, which is normal) --- then I would look into other programs, tour them, perhaps have him meet some of the staff at the other places... And go from there. GL.

WWYD- two year old hates his nursery school

I would switch as well. There is something to be said about teachers who are sweet and warm and cuddly with young children who are scared and confused about school/daycare. DS cried every day on his way to Nursery, but calmed down when he saw his teachers standing there waiting to hug him. It makes a big difference.

I know someone who is a pre-k teacher and she just has the worst attitude about the job and the children. I feel so bad for these kids who have to adjust to the concept of school having her as a teacher. She is just a cold person in general and the last person who should be teaching young children.

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I agree its November if your not liking the teacher and you don't think your son likes nursery school I would make a switch. If you like the school and not his particular teacher can you put in a request for someone who you think would be a better fit? Also remember 2 is young so maybe next year he will be a little more mature and love school.

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I'd switch, but why wait until next year? I think yo should love your children's teachers, and your child should as well.

DS still seeks out his teachers from last year and hugs them. They love him and he loves them. I wouldn't want it any other way. He spends more of his week with them than with me, so I want him to be loved when I can't be there. Also, he's at a fairly large center and every single teacher knows my son by name. When we walk past them in the hall, they all say hi to him. My daughter is only 5.5 months old, but I expect it will be the same for her when she's older.

WWYD- two year old hates his nursery school

Thanks for the advice everyone. I totally agree and am going to start researching some new nurseries in the neighborhood. My first red flag was when we ran into her one afternoon during a weekend and my son totally ignored her- wasnt even remotely interested in saying hello etc. I even felt awkward speaking to her and i can practically speak to anyone.

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WWYD- two year old hates his nursery school

I have heard wonderful things about Great Neck Community School and not so great things about The Growing Tree in Roslyn.