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We usually talk for 10 mins. or so, as I'm the first one there. Small talk. [/quote]

10 minutes?  Wow.  My conversation is usually very brief general pleasantries unless I or the teacher have something specific to discuss.  Otherwise, I need to get to work and am not looking to chat.  [/quote]

Eh, you have to know your school. I'm a former preschool teacher & director and an early childhood researcher, and I specifically chose a school that has a lot of family involvement and an open door policy. I spend 10-30 minutes at drop off because I sometimes get involved in an activity, get sidetracked chatting with the director, have some type of volunteer work I'm doing / coordinating, etc. I always plan for a leisurely drop off.

I do a lot oif observations in preschool rooms, and I will say that in most public/charters, and, at the other end of the spectrum, in the "we have a valet for drop off" schools, there's a very "meet at the door and say goodbye quickly" vibe. There is also typically less physical warmth and affection (back pats, hugs, lap sitting) in those classrooms, and more focus on academics.

I wanted a more homey, tender, less academic setting for my LO, where I would be part of the daily life in the classroom. YMMV, as evidenced by the range of responses in this thread. [/quote]

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