Esther,
Understand your predicament. I had issue with my maid and made the decision to place my bb in IFC since last Mon. My in-laws actually called to express their displeasure but since no help afforded, i just bite the bullet and do it.
BB still crying as of this morning but heard from teachers and a colleague, who watched over my daughter when she was on leave last week, that my bb adapting fast and well.Basically went playing with others and on her own after i left within 5-10 mins.
Altho I have some issues about the teachers, overall they have been attentive and take good care of my daughter. at least i know that there are a few pairs of eyes watching over bb and teachers themselves. M sure no one will bully or mis-treat the child since at a centre.
My recommendation would be to go to the reputable ones and ask. You may be surprised that some may have vacancies as some bb move on to the toddler class. Also, i prefer to have a smaller centre - fewer babies, more attention and reduce spreading of germs.
Personally felt that curriculum not so important as they are still very young until they are one yrs old and when they can walk. Whilst the teachers do read to them, most of the time, it's about cleaning, feeding, playing and sleeping for infants.
Hope this helps.
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