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Preschool At The Heights - PATH

Preschool At The Heights - PATH

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A family-oriented preschool where we strive to promote the development of the whole child.

Complaining is not the problem. Getting stuck there can be. Children need space to express frustration, disappointment and anger. But when adults immediately dismiss the complaint or rush in with the answer, children may lose an opportunity to practice thinking through the problem themselves. A more helpful response is simple: “I hear you. What do you think we could do about it?” This validates the emotion while gently moving the child toward agency. Research on autonomy-supportive parenting suggests children benefit when adults follow their pace, invite their ideas and provide only the help they need. Supportive questions can encourage children to identify the problem, consider alternatives and play an active role in choosing what happens next. That does not mean every complaint needs an instant solution. Sometimes a child is overwhelmed and needs comfort before problem-solving. Connection comes first. Once they feel understood, you can help them take the next small step. The goal is not to raise children who never complain. It is to raise children who learn that difficult feelings are real, problems can be approached and asking for help is different from waiting to be rescued. Try it tonight. Listen first, then ask: “What do you think might help?” Sources [Journal of child and family studies [2021]](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8264621/) [Frontiers in education [2022]](https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/education/articles/10.3389/feduc.2022.885231/full) [Journal of applied developmental psychology [2019]](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.appdev.2018.11.001) Follow @parentfluence for more calm-minded parenting wisdom. 09/12/2026

Disclaimer: Nothing we repost should be taken as professional advice. Just parenting ideas to get you thinking. Pages you may like to follow.

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Complaining is not the problem. Getting stuck there can be. Children need space to express frustration, disappointment and anger. But when adults immediately dismiss the complaint or rush in with the answer, children may lose an opportunity to practice thinking through the problem themselves. A more helpful response is simple: “I hear you. What do you think we could do about it?” This validates the emotion while gently moving the child toward agency. Research on autonomy-supportive parenting suggests children benefit when adults follow their pace, invite their ideas and provide only the help they need. Supportive questions can encourage children to identify the problem, consider alternatives and play an active role in choosing what happens next. That does not mean every complaint needs an instant solution. Sometimes a child is overwhelmed and needs comfort before problem-solving. Connection comes first. Once they feel understood, you can help them take the next small step. The goal is not to raise children who never complain. It is to raise children who learn that difficult feelings are real, problems can be approached and asking for help is different from waiting to be rescued. Try it tonight. Listen first, then ask: “What do you think might help?” Sources [Journal of child and family studies [2021]](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8264621/) [Frontiers in education [2022]](https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/education/articles/10.3389/feduc.2022.885231/full) [Journal of applied developmental psychology [2019]](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.appdev.2018.11.001) Follow @parentfluence for more calm-minded parenting wisdom.

Pre-School at the Heights | PATH is an outreach ministry program of University Heights United Methodist Church. 09/12/2026

Do you have a Two Year Old that needs some time playing with friends? Do you need 3 extra hours in your day? Can you imagine going grocery shopping, to a Doctors appointment, getting your hair cut, all on your own?

We can help with that!

Preschool at the Heights has a few two year old spaces available. Five days, four days, three days - your choice. Only requirement is your child must have turned two before September 1st!

Give us a call to set up a tour. Email if you have questions. Check out our website…
www.preschoolattheheights.net We would love to meet you and your toddler.

Preschool at the Heights
1267 Balsam Dr
Decatur GA 30033
404-417-9888
[email protected]

Pre-School at the Heights | PATH is an outreach ministry program of University Heights United Methodist Church. Preschool at the Heights Where Children Are Loved! Schedule a Tour 🏠 Tours for 2026-2027 Wednesdays from 9:30-12:30 by appointment. Please email [email protected] for an appointment to tour our preschool. We have openings in our Two’s Program (children must be two by Sept. 1, 2026); and tw...

Stitch with: @nickimarieinc How silly the dance is when you're holding the boundary turns out to be more important than you might think, and it has a connection to something that goes beyond that single moment. A while back, I asked my followers what it was that really made them feel close to their parents, and the answer was not the major conversations or the perfect decisions but the little, steady things; repeatedly, people stated that emotional safety stemmed from the way parents reacted when difficulties arose. What occurs when you act silly while setting a limit is that you're not yielding, instead you're showing your child that saying "no" isn't something to be afraid of and that you're safe even if they rebel. As one person put it, boundaries never made them feel unsafe because the relationship always remained steady. If you'd like to read the full analysis of what adults said was most important 20 years later and how it relates to boundaries, connection, and trust, then leave the comment 'TRUST,' and I'll send you the full issue. Keep up with us for more parenting advice which is based on research and combines structure with warmth, without requiring perfection. What silly trick do you use to get your child to cooperate? Please put it in the comments below since I'm always on the lookout for new ideas. 👇 #GentleDiscipline #ToddlerParenting #CoRegulation#PositiveParentingTips #EmotionalCoaching 08/15/2026

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Stitch with: @nickimarieinc How silly the dance is when you're holding the boundary turns out to be more important than you might think, and it has a connection to something that goes beyond that single moment. A while back, I asked my followers what it was that really made them feel close to their parents, and the answer was not the major conversations or the perfect decisions but the little, steady things; repeatedly, people stated that emotional safety stemmed from the way parents reacted when difficulties arose. What occurs when you act silly while setting a limit is that you're not yielding, instead you're showing your child that saying "no" isn't something to be afraid of and that you're safe even if they rebel. As one person put it, boundaries never made them feel unsafe because the relationship always remained steady. If you'd like to read the full analysis of what adults said was most important 20 years later and how it relates to boundaries, connection, and trust, then leave the comment 'TRUST,' and I'll send you the full issue. Keep up with us for more parenting advice which is based on research and combines structure with warmth, without requiring perfection. What silly trick do you use to get your child to cooperate? Please put it in the comments below since I'm always on the lookout for new ideas. 👇 #GentleDiscipline #ToddlerParenting #CoRegulation#PositiveParentingTips #EmotionalCoaching

Never ask “do you need to go potty?” To your child…here is why! Comment “potty” to join the waitlist of my exclusive potty training course! #parentingtips #parenting #pottytraining 08/02/2026

Return to School helpful tips!!

Some excellent advice for parents and staff of newly potty trained or still training kiddos .

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Never ask “do you need to go potty?” To your child…here is why! Comment “potty” to join the waitlist of my exclusive potty training course! #parentingtips #parenting #pottytraining

06/06/2026

Amazing Week 1 of Kids Run the Planet Summer Camp is in the books! Our kids loved learning about Healthy foods, making cool art with veggies and fruits, playing fun games, and running!! Several of our youngest kids ran a mile! That’s right 2 almost 3 year olds ran a mile for FUN!!

Thank you Parents for sharing your amazing kids with us! Can not wait to see what Week 2 Beyond the Stars has to offer! Our teachers are amazing with their craft and game ideas. Your kids will have a BLAST!

Need a camp? Email us to see if we have space in one of our next couple of weeks of camp! [email protected]

04/07/2026

PATH families we are gearing up for an amazing night of Class music performances, class art projects being auctioned off, bounce houses, games, and of course PIZZA!!

Put Friday, April 17th on your calendar. 5:30 pm. Kids should arrive in their classrooms no later than 5:15!!

04/07/2026

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REGISTER NOW FOR VBS!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL AT UHUMC
July 6th - July 10th. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The cost is $50 per child participant, $0 per teen volunteer. The registration deadline is Friday, May 15, 2026.

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1267 Balsam Drive
Decatur, GA
30033