In this episode of the Preschool Dance Teacher’s Podcast by Dance to Learn®, host Jessica Strong dives into a timely and often tricky topic: should dance studios allow children who are not potty trained to attend summer camps? Inspired by multiple posts in her Facebook feed, Jessica shares her approach to handling these common parent concerns with empathy, clarity, and professionalism.

She discusses the legal limitations that prevent most dance studios from offering diapering services, the importance of communicating those limitations thoughtfully, and why turning families away isn’t always the best solution. You’ll hear real-life examples of accommodations that worked, how to reduce class disruptions caused by accidents, and why it’s better to include than exclude—when done responsibly.

Key takeaways include:

How to respond to potty training questions with empathyWhat licensing restrictions mean for your studioWays to include non-potty-trained children safely and professionallyWhy a flat-out “no” may damage your studio’s reputationA free email response template to help you navigate this issue with ease

If you’d like to have your own questions featured on the show, join us in the Preschool Dance Teacher’s Forum on Facebook and participate in our weekly #askthepod and #podtalk threads. Check the show notes for your free potty policy email template and to learn more about joining the Dance to Learn® Community.

 Links Mentioned:

Join the Membership: https://library.dancetolearn.co/pages/join-usJoin the Facebook Forum: https://www.facebook.com/groups/preschooldanceteachersforumEmail your questions: podcast@dancetolearn.coLearn more about Dance Dance Hooray: https://www.dancedancehooray.comFree Potty Training Email Templates: https://dancetolearn.kit.com/30d4827074

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