Our experience with Amiga Montessori was deeply traumatising for our family. My son, cried constantly during his time there, and what upset me the most was seeing five teachers in the room while no one made any real effort to comfort or settle him. Instead of emotional support, everything felt mechanical — like the focus was only on getting “work” done rather than caring for children as individuals.
As a parent, I never felt reassured enough to leave him there because I knew once I walked away, he would simply be left to cry on his own for hours. I never saw teachers take initiative to offer him water, encourage him to eat, or gently engage him to feel safe and included. Even basic warmth and communication were missing — I was rarely greeted or acknowledged.
I kept ignoring these concerns at first, thinking maybe the centre was still adjusting as a new childcare centre. But the moment that truly broke me was seeing my child standing alone near the room door, sobbing quietly while everyone else carried on with their tasks. No child should feel that alone in a place that is supposed to nurture and care for them.
I understand settling into childcare can take time, but compassion, attention, and emotional care should never be optional in an early learning environment.I was not even approached to know the reason behind cancelling our enrolment there.I feel this place needs more compassionate management and teachers who prioritise children and their emotional wellbeing .