1 /5 Dr. Simbi Animashaun: When I initially applied for childcare services at Emmanuel Kid’s Academy, I was led to believe that this institution was one created in honor of God and such biblical principles would be instilled in each classroom and within each teacher who were responsible for creating a safe and nurturing environment for not only my children, but all children. I was wrong! I enrolled both of my little ones in February 2022 and that process was a complete disaster, but I still remained consistent with the process. They started a month later after the toddler classrooms were shut down! The first week they started, my daughter who is only 2 years old, received NEGATIVE behavior reports every day. OMG!! She’s only 2! Long story short, I repeatedly received phone calls that she was displaying all these inappropriate actions, bumping her head on tables, all kinds of stuff every week. Instead of professionally trying to meet with me to devise a plan because it’s obvious that the child is lacking social development, but intellectually high-level. I suggested providing enrichment activities for her. She knows all the basics…… why make her suffer through ABC’s and 123’s when she can tell you it all. What was obvious is that the teachers were lacking diversity, classroom management skills, and empathy for their students. A month later, they dismissed her from services stating that she did not “fit” in their academy. I thought God LOVED all his children, which the principles of this academy is based on. If your child has any deficits or disabilities, so not send them to this academy. Prior to my daughters dismissal, I inquired about possibly sending my autistic son for summer camp, the Director, who becomes rude when you don’t agree with her, stated that she would get back to me. Never did, which lets me know that they did not want to deal with children with disabilities. I really wish I had kept my daughter in Springfield Christian Academy. This is a huge lesson for me as a parent. Pray for understanding!
