Experience with Catalyst Kids
My child started PK today and attending after care with the onsite Catalyst Kids program. Earlier this year during orientation, Catalyst Kids gave us a daily schedule that included reading time, circle time, playground, quiet time, and even individual activities of the kids choice.
Today was the first day and at pick up, all the lights were off and they were watching Spidey & Friends on the TV. I was so caught off guard and I don’t think I would have signed up if I knew there was going to be screen time that wasn’t even educational.
I’m not strict with screen time. But if I’m paying $1300 for aftercare, I would expect quality care that doesn’t include TV shows that they can watch at home.. for free. It’s cheaper than what we were paying for Montessori, but it is still not cheap!
I asked my child and they said they watched TV a couple of times throughout the day. When I asked about other activities, they didn’t mention anything besides some coloring. I’m just so disappointed and considering pulling them from the program.
I don’t know if this is a daily thing but I plan on asking tomorrow. Given that today is the first day of school, I wouldn’t even expect the TV to be on so soon in the year!
I would love to hear others’ experience with Catalyst Kids. I am hoping I’m overthinking this. Thank you!!