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Elephant Childcare

Elephant Childcare

Ripon, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, HG4 1EJ

My name is Barbora, originally from Slovakia I settled here having married a local. Following the arrival of my daughter I set up Elephant Childcare in 2008. I completed a training course in Home Based Childcare and attend a First Aid Training Course every two years to ensure my skills are up to date. We live in a quiet residential area at the northern edge of Ripon. I offer a warm and caring environment catering for no more than three children at any one time. less

East Hanningfield Preschool

East Hanningfield Preschool

Chelmsford, Essex, East England, CM3 8AE

We employ nine staff - one Supervisor, two Deputy Supervisors, one SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) Supervisor, two Pre-school Assistants, one SENCO Assistant and two Bank Assistants. We are registered with the Charity Commission as an educational charity, and are run by a parent management committee consisting of parents whose children attend the Pre-school and are formally elected each year at the AGM. We are based in the Village Hall at the centre of our community. less

Katie Henry, Childminder

Katie Henry, Childminder

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, South East England, HP13 7RS

We moved into our current home 10 years ago and over that time have truly made it into a comfortable and happy family home. I love being in the garden and we have worked hard to make it not only child friendly but also a relaxing place to spend time and enjoy the outdoors and nature. less

Susan's Child Minding

Susan's Child Minding

Calne, Wiltshire, South West England, SN11 9EL

Hi my name is Susan Brownlie I am an Ofsted registered childminder with a current police check and paediatric first aid course, I am also a national childminding association member and I am fully insured. I live on the north side of Calne with my husband Peter, who is also police checked and our three children Robina, Amy, Thomas and 2 cats. less

Tanya's Tinkers Childminder Worthing

Tanya's Tinkers Childminder Worthing

Worthing, West Sussex, South East England, BN12 6LQ

I have completed my NVQ Level 3 in Childcare Learning and Development and am currently studying for my Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies with The Open University. We are not tied to any nurseries/pre-schools at present so any in the Worthing area should be fine. We offer discounted rates if two or more children from the same family are attending our childcare. If you have any questions or would like to arrange to come and see us please do not hesitate to contact me. less

Clydesdale Afterschool Care

Clydesdale Afterschool Care

Wishaw, North Lanarkshire, Scotland, ML2 0HQ

Within our services we offer play opportunties as well as a 'Go Active' programme working in partnershp with North Lanarkshire liesure and other agencies in helping us acheive a safe fun and positive envronment. The staff within Clydesdale After School Care have been fully pvg checked and are also registered with the SSSC, all staff are fully qualified or are working towards a childcare qualification. less

Hunton & Linton Pre-School

Hunton & Linton Pre-School

Maidstone, Kent, South East England, ME15 0RS

Research has shown that a Key Worker approach is the most effective way of ensuring that children develop a strong relationship with a significant adult in Pre-school. The Key Worker approach gives every child the reassurance to feel secure and cared for, helping them to become familiar with the Pre-school environment and to feel confident and safe within it. The Key Worker meets the needs of each child in their care and responds sensitively to their feelings, ideas and behaviour. less

Wellingborough Day Nursery

Wellingborough Day Nursery

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, East Midlands, NN8 2AU

Welcome to Wellingborough Day Nursery, a delightful, high-quality childcare setting with an Outstanding Ofsted grading. We pride ourselves on offering you peace of mind whilst you are at work, in the knowledge that your child is in excellent hands. The staff are true professionals with the training and experience to look after babies from birth right up until school age. less

Blythswood Childminding Services

Blythswood Childminding Services

Wrexham, Wrexham, Wales, LL13 7BE

Welcome to Blythswood Childminding services SPACES AVAILABLE NOW PLEASE RING TO BOOK YOURS. Blythswood is a superior Childminding Experience, based in the Wrexham city centre area. Offering a wide range of amenities with highly experienced and qualified staff. We offer five star surroundings, comprising of a large detached Victorian town house, set in three quarters of an acre with large play areas, conservatory and deck space. less

Tring Park Day Nursery

Tring Park Day Nursery

Tring, Hertfordshire, East England, HP23 6HA

Our full and half-day sessions include breakfast, lunch and tea with healthy snacks inbetween. All of our meals are freshly prepared on site. We have a number of places available for children of school staff where you may take your child out of nursery for the month of August. We currently offer a 10% sibling discount. We also accept childcare vouchers and are registered for Nursery Education Funding. less

Claire's Childminding Services York

Claire's Childminding Services York

York, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, YO24 4RD

My name is Claire Yates and I am an ofsted registered childminder in the Acomb area of York. I am located within 10 minutes of the city centre and York College (by car) and 2 minutes away from Hob Moor Primary School, where I am available to do pickups and drop-offs. Please have a look around my site to familiarise yourself with me and the care I offer. You will also find an online contact form as well as my telephone number if you have any questions. less

Nanny Academy

Nanny Academy

Highgate, North London, London, N6 5JW

The Harmony at Home Nanny Academy in-house courses have been created for professional nannies looking to enhance and update their continuing professional development, further increasing their employability. Parent employers purchase our courses as a way to give a favorite nanny additional skills and experience. All our courses are certificated, after the successful completion of the course. less

Young Discoverers Pre School

Young Discoverers Pre School

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, East England, HP1 1JF

Young Discoverers value the abilities and characteristics that children, families and our staff bring to our setting. It is our aim to support parents in the care of their families and provide a secure, happy and nurturing environment in which children can grow, learn and develop. less

Tots 2 Toddlers

Tots 2 Toddlers

Waterlooville, Hampshire, South East England, PO7 6AW

Tots 2 Toddlers is a new nursery that is situated on Jubilee Park in Waterlooville. The nursery is based in a hall owned by the charity MENCAP. During nursery opening hours we have access to the main hall, kitchen and garden as well as our designated nursery room. Tots 2 Toddlers strive to ensure that the best care is provided for all children who attend the nursery. We are committed to ensuring that children are safe and happy in order for learning and development to take place. less

Primrose House Montessori Nursery

Primrose House Montessori Nursery

Haywards Heath, West Sussex, South East England, RH16 4DJ

Children learn and develop in many ways; through their imaginative play, their social interactions, by having fun, being both physically and mentally active, exploring new experiences as well as building upon things that they already know and can do. Children attending any of our settings will be assured that their mind and bodies will thrive experiencing all the activities that are on offer. less

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It happens you want to go out, have work, or do something important and you cannot have your children with you. It happens you don’t have all the time and energy to focus on the little ones. It happens to everyone and in such situations, we often seek the help of your friends and relatives. However, it happens that these people cannot offer their help always. This is when we find ourselves in need of a childcare agency. It is extremely important to have a reliable and very professional childcare agency you can trust at all times and no matter what. A professional and reputable childcare agency that has respect to all your needs, requirements, and desires, no matter how specific they might be. There are many providers of childcare agency services in the country, however, you don’t want to hire anyone, you want the best service for your children. Therefore, it is important to know how to find the best childcare agency. Today we will help you pick the best childcare agency, check what services it provides and whether or not a childcare agency can fulfil your criteria.

What is a Childcare Agency?

What a childcare agency’s main focus of work is helping parents meet with providers of childcare services. Commonly, childcare service providers operate as freelancers or on a self-employed basis, which pretty much means there are not many childcare companies you can just search for, pick, and hire. Since finding a childcare provider can be challenging, a childcare agency can do a lot to help to find professionals. A childcare agency is a reliable and safe source of information, contact details, and variety and choice when you are looking for a particular service and you need it soon. Therefore, a childcare agency will not only help you make the best choice, but it will also help you avoid making decisions in a rush, which may turn out to be decisions you regret. When it comes to the safety and well-being of your children, you definitely want the best, therefore a childcare agency can definitely be your helping hand in choosing the best. A childcare agency is there for you to make the whole process of choosing a childcare service provider a convenient one-stop-shop for you. So when thinking of a childcare agency, think of it as a professional business niche that helps to bridge all gaps between parents seeking service and the providers of these services and childcare professionals. A childcare agency helps parents to book the best babysitters, nannies, and childcare professionals in their area and according to their requirements and needs.

The Importance of a Childcare Agency

The right childcare agency, also popular as a nanny placement and referral agency, can save you a lot of time, energy, and money when you are looking for a childcare specialist. There are so many options and opportunities to hire a nanny or a babysitter around you, however, how can you be sure these options are the best ones and you are making a safe choice. A childcare agency, a reputable and experienced one, is your best opportunity to be sure in your choice. It is difficult to navigate and understand without a trusty childcare agency to help you. These three easy steps will help you find a childcare agency that is the perfect match to what you need and what you want.

Childcare Agency: Professional Affiliations

When considering what your criteria must be for choosing the right childcare agency, always consider that a reliable and professional childcare agency should have all the professional affiliations, certificates, and licensing. This is especially important in this business niche, considering the fact that a childcare agency is responsible for providing services to your children. There are some national agencies and other associations that provide licensing and certificates to a childcare agency and ensure the childcare agency is set to the industry standards in professionalism and customer service. When considering a particular childcare agency of interest, do not hesitate to ask them to provide you with a copy of all accreditations, affiliations, certificates, ad licensing they have. In case a childcare agency fails to respond to your request, we recommend you to re-consider your choice and continue looking for the best childcare agency.

Childcare Agency: Commitment and Customer Support

A childcare agency is your typical service provider, a business, therefore it falls under the same criteria you are looking for with any other service or business. A childcare agency must be able to demonstrate commitment and customer support, dedication to each and every client put the focus on the client’s requirements, needs, and desires. When it comes to a childcare agency, we recommend the ones that prioritize in-person communication over phone calls and e-mail messages. At the end of the day, this shows the commitment of the childcare agency and the attention and care it shows to every client.

Childcare Agency: Thorough Background Screening

Once again, the safety and well-being of your children is the most important thing for you. Therefore, you definitely don’t want to leave your children in the hands of an unexperienced or non-reliable babysitter. It is the main responsibility of the childcare agency to make sure all nannies, babysitters, and other childcare professionals offering their services through the childcare agency are the right fit for this kind of job. Therefore, a reputable and very professional childcare agency will prefer to arrange in-person interviews with all nannies and babysitters, a lengthy application, and good reference checks along with thorough background screening. This is the best way for a childcare agency to ensure they are offering the services of reliable and experienced professionals they and you can trust. Furthermore, a good childcare agency will be able to provide you with additional information on what background checks have been done on every childcare professional who may start working in your home.

What is a childcare agency?
The importance of a childcare agency
Childcare agency: Professional affiliations
Childcare agency: Commitment and customer support
Childcare agency: Thorough background screening