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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think you can find a preschool that better fits what you are looking for.  We have been at 3 different preschools (2 during school year and another one for summer camp) and in all three had no problem meeting other parents/getting to know the community.  One was a co-op and that was the best for a community experience.  The only downside for us was the time commitment (I started working so wasn't doable).  I also think you are right that not walking in to drop off and pick up matters if you are trying to meet people.  Just those 5 minutes of parent and teacher/classroom interaction can make a difference.  Also, I've found that some parents and kids stay and play after school at the playground or in the yard and that's another great way to get to know other families.  Finally, the most concerning part of your post is that the teacher doesn't want to meet before December.  Every school we've been at (including elementary) has an open door policy with teachers/director.  I think if you look a bit you'll find a better match for your family.  Good luck![/quote]

OP here.  Thank you for sharing your experiences.  Right, how else do you meet people if you don't have the ability to meet people while dropping off/picking up?  They don't overcompensate for this by having school activities where you meet other parents.  And there is absolutely no staying after and playing!  I feel like this school has too many "rules" and it is the opposite of a welcoming atmosphere, and I do feel "shut out."  Yes, my child seems to be doing well but she would do well at most preschools I think.  Thank you for validating what I am feeling.  We will look for a new preschool, if not for the spring then for next year.  It's important that my child have a good preschool experience but also important that I feel like I'm able to build a sense of community there, and I think preschool is our best way to do that (we're not a member of a congregation, we don't have a family friendly neighborhood, no local family, etc.)[/quote]

To be honest I don't think preschool is the best place to build community for you, unless it is a coop type place. However I think your child's preschool is unusually closed off and I would not be ok with that. [/quote]

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