At Wonderschool, we’re honored to partner with child care providers across the country who are dedicated to supporting children, families, and their communities. One of those providers is Royce Jones, owner of Promise To Cherish Yours, a home-based program in Missouri. Royce’s journey is a story of persistence, growth, and the power of having the right support system.
When Royce first set out to launch her program, she faced many of the same hurdles that home-based providers encounter—high website costs, difficulty attracting families, and the overwhelming challenge of licensing. She was paying hundreds of dollars each year for a website that wasn’t bringing in families, and her first attempt at licensing left her discouraged. At one point, Royce even considered giving up.
That all changed when she connected with Wonderschool.
Introduced to Wonderschool by another organization, Royce was intrigued by the idea of an all-in-one platform designed specifically for child care providers. After learning more about the tools and support available, she decided to join—and quickly discovered how much easier running her business could be.
“I wasn’t all over the place anymore,” she shared. “With Wonderschool’s dashboard and resources, I finally had the tools to stay organized and feel confident.”
Royce now uses Wonderschool to:
The impact on Royce’s program has been remarkable. She went from caring for just one child to now serving 10 children. Families not only appreciate the ease of the platform, but also trust her program more because of the professionalism it conveys.
Financially, Royce has seen a dramatic improvement as well. What once brought in a few hundred dollars a week has now become a sustainable business, allowing her to reinvest in her program and dream bigger for the future.
Royce’s goals continue to grow alongside her program. She hopes to expand to caring for 10–15 children, building on the strong foundation she’s created with Wonderschool’s support.
Most importantly, she’s gained a new outlook: “Before, I was ready to give up. Now, I feel hopeful. I smile more, I’m motivated, and I know I have the support I need to keep growing.”
Royce credits not only the platform but also the people behind Wonderschool for her success. She speaks highly of the encouragement she’s received—sometimes even late-night phone calls to answer her questions and provide reassurance.
“It’s not just the website or the platform,” she said. “It’s the great staff that really makes a difference. With their support, I didn’t just grow my program—I grew as a person.”
Royce’s story is a reminder that with the right tools and community, even the biggest challenges can become stepping stones to success. We’re proud to stand alongside her on this journey—and can’t wait to see what she accomplishes next.
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