The daycare is definitely cleaner than the rest of my house because I spend the most time down there and have incorporated tidying into my day. I have been finding things grubbier/dirtier these last couple of weeks but I think that is just my need for a big spring clean! I wouldn't go so far as to say it is a "a break" but I get what you mean. My DC kids are generally happy and know what to expect but this is because of our routine. They still need lot's of reminders though!