I'd summarize A to Z Learning Korner, as a provider that has that personal touch.
I have a 13 and 15 year old, and when they were small, I had them in the larger chain daycare centers. That's what I knew and was comfortable with, the size of staff, activities, routine, organization, etc. However, when I visited Alma, and found the center out of her house, I realized, she also has all of that, but on a much smaller scale. Not to mention, her experience came from that familiar daycare center background, she knows that routine, so that brought me comfort. It brought me comfort because my daughter is getting better undivided attention because it's a smaller group. A to Z took away my preconceived idea that home daycares have a tv in the background, no designated play area, old toys, regular backyard with a small playset, etc. No, not A to Z. She has configured a designated layout for her daycare business that well separates the babies from the toddlers/small children. She even has two outdoor areas, well separated, one for the children and one for her family. All safe and secure. No pets, as she is sensitive to the fact that they aren't for everyone, they can be unsanitary, allergies, etc. She'd rather avoid that and have comfort for both children and parents.
My daughter has been at A to Z, with Alma, for the last 2.5 years, since she was 3 months old. Sometimes I think my daughter loves her more than me! Joking aside, that lets me know she is loved and well cared for.
The personal touch is at the kid's birthdays, a gift for them; Family Christmas gift, etc. Text messages with pictures of our kids at play. She doesn't have to do these things, but she does.
She has a small staff that is relative to her needs/number of children. She offers well balanced and delicious home cooked meals. She and her staff speak Spanish to the children the majority of time - for me, that's okay. This isn't my first rodeo, I know that this is only expanding my child's brain, and they will speak perfect English, as they grow up.
If you can't tell already, I HIGHLY recommend A to Z, as a safe, secure, well balanced, and affordable daycare! You are welcome to reach out to me, through Alma, if you'd like - text me first and tell me who you are. =) read more