My experience with management at this daycare was incredibly disappointing.
After my boyfriend's transmission failed while we were driving, we had no choice but to coast into the nearest parking lot because the truck was no longer drivable. We immediately left a note explaining the situation, apologized for the inconvenience, left my phone number, and arranged for a tow truck.
Despite doing everything we could to communicate and resolve the situation, I was met with unnecessary hostility from the moment I received a phone call the next morning. Angela, who identified herself as part of management, spoke to me in a way that was rude, impatient, and completely lacking in basic courtesy. When I called back to explain that a tow truck was already on the way, I spoke with another gentleman whose name I didn't catch, and he was equally hostile and confrontational.
What stood out most was not that they wanted the truck removed--I completely understand that. It was the way they chose to treat someone who was already dealing with a stressful and unexpected vehicle emergency. Even after arriving and waiting for the tow truck, I was approached again in a confrontational manner.
For someone in a leadership position at a daycare, I was honestly surprised by the level of impatience and short temper displayed throughout these interactions. Emergencies happen, and while businesses have every right to protect their property, there is still a professional and respectful way to communicate with people.
The complete lack of empathy, professionalism, and basic human decency turned an already difficult situation into an unnecessarily unpleasant experience. Kindness costs nothing, and unfortunately that was not reflected in my experience with Angela or the other staff member I spoke with.
I hope future interactions with members of the public are handled with more patience and professionalism than mine was. read more