Detour 2 Discovery

D2DMom 

on Citysearch

14 years ago

D2D is the best in the area! – I have toured so many daycares in the Chicago area, and this is hands down the best! Even when compared with the very high-priced centers (Presbyterian and Downtown Children's Learning Place). I think the bad reviews here are from parents with warped priorities, or competitors. I took my child here after she was injured and exposed to filth at a competing nearby center. She is soooo happy to be dropped off here (she has kicked and screamed at other places). Her teachers are friendly, nice and c... read more

CarpeDiem 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

D2D is Premium Care – I also LOVE this school. I am an attorney and was extremely stressed and concerned returning to work. I have two children - one that attended D2D from infant to K and a child now in infant care. I researched all options and was completely discouraged until I toured D2D. I also thought the place was too good to be true. I also observed several day cares with children at the local parks; D2D was the only staff with 2 staff members that interacted with the children. However, the care has exceed my expectat... read more

thetruthaboutd2d 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

Telling it like it is – what is really going on!!! I am currently a parent at D2D. I have a child there and one at another school. I have to tell you, if i had my way both of my children would be there. I really, really, really love this school. The teachers are great with the kids and i'm always greeted by them, rather it be my child's teachers or not. I love the fact that there are many friendly faces there. I feel really good about leaving my baby there. I can remember when I was first given a tour at D2D, me, my husband ... read more

QueenOfTheBabies 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

here's the scoop from an ex-employee – A parent of a former student told me should write in to clear the air. I used to work fo D2D for many years. It made me so sad to leave but I needed insurance 401k. I do not blame D2D, I understood they were much to small to compete with benefits given at centers with thousands of employees. I LOVED D2D. My heart is still there after all this time. They treat the kids with respect and do what is right. The food is fresh and plentiful. The staff-to-child ratios are awesome. The group siz... read more

JuneBug 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

SEE IT YOURSELF...This place is the BEST school PERIOD! – I think those writing negative comments about D2D are confusing the meaning of QUALITY. 1st & foremost-anyone trained in education(myself included, having my masters in EC, with specialization in infant care/special ed)would not make comments like the ones I've read & then continue to keep their child there out of "convenience." Convenience has NOTHING to do with quality. The directors are WONDERFUL-every school should be SO lucky to be where they pay 2 directors when... read more

beingfair 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

This is a great place to send your kids – I have to respond to the review from 5-2-09. I have never once seen any teacher be aggressive in any sort of way. I am shocked anyone would ever make that allegation toward this school. I have 2 kids in the school and have been going there for 3 years. I will agree that the hours should be extended for the amount of tuition paid and the school is closed too many days throughout the year. But I have to say that the pros of this school outweigh the cons. The staff is caring and helpful... read more

msmommy 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

The REAL Scoop!!!!!!!!!!! Take a DETOUR Away from here! – This is the real scoop about Detour from a highly educated (and I have received degrees in education), involved, loving, and generous parent. I do not have a nanny pick-up my child, I DO volunteer for story time, I DO bring wipes, diapers and any of the materials that they ask (mind you most other schools will provide paper, paint, markers, tissue, classroom wipes, snacks, etc...), I ALWAYS pick up my child on-time or even early and never on my cell phone, I ALWAYS sa... read more

irishgirlinchicago 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

Very Happy with Detours! – I am totally shocked by these reviews below. My son has been in the infant room at Detours since May of 07. We have had a very positive experience, from the first tour with the Admissions Director to today 6 months later. I was very stressed out about daycare for my son, and spent most of my maternity leave researching and touring daycares all over the loop, downtown and south loop. My sister is a teacher and she even recommended D2D to me, and I was referred by a friend of mine that had her two ch... read more

workinghappyatdetour 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

OH YEAH!! – I am a HAPPY Detour parent and I must say that some of the parents who have posted complaints about the school should be ashamed! You are the same people who cannot be bothered to volunteer for a field trip, read a story for circle time, or even pick up your child on time. When you enter the building, you don't greet the staff; you're waiting for another parent or friend that you know to come moseying down the hall so that you can whine about EVERYTHING!!! Some of the parents are really great, but the few who gos... read more