If you ask them about it, they do say they will work with you on it, and I think it's unlikely they could extract more than a month or two from you on it. But I agree that it's very offputting.

I'd love to hear any recent reviews or thoughts on Estrellitas Takoma Park--the contract that has us committing to a full year of tuition has us spooked. The thought of being trapped in a situation that may not be ideal for our child, and on the hook for a full year tuition is something I think may be a deal-breaker, unless the reviews are unanimously positive. Thank you in advance!