Originally Posted by Leigh:
I'd try to replace ASAP. They can go to their cheaper daycare as soon as you get those spots filled. I know that it's hard to ask for it, but to hold a spot, you need to get full payment. They're USING the spot while you hold it, and they should pay for it. Now, you're out 5 months pay. It may seem "mean", but DCM screwed you over-you don't owe her anything.
I would term as soon as I had replacements lined up.
"dcm, unfortunately I cannot keep Jr. until June. I was saving the FT spaces for two children. I will be enrolling a sibling set since baby will not be attending at all. Jr's last day will be X. I'm sure you understand!"
DO NOT SAVE SPACES! I won't save a space for a DAY without payment. Sounds harsh, but once you get burned once you don't want to be burned again.