Education and Childcare Need urgent short term childcare?
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any of us assume that if we need temporary short term childcare, our only option is family or friends. This always presents a quandary because if you are not paying them, you don’t feel that you can ask too much. Sunnyside Childcare is a registered childcare/nanny agency that actually specialise in finding temporary and permanent childcare for parents and families. They can find you a full time or part time nanny, or an emergency child carer at short notice to cover sickness or holidays. They also provide babysitters to look after your loved ones so that you can attend that special event or occasion you thought you’d have to miss. Sunnyside Childcare is a small, local company, based in Kinross who pride themselves in having a top quality, child focused workforce who can identify and fulfil the needs of ever changing family requirements. They understand the need to tailor the childcare to fit busy family life and that family life is never 9-5! The management has over ten years experience working in childcare management positions and experience of using children’s nurseries and employing nannies. They use a sophisticated selection process to recruit the strongest childcare workers for their bank of staff, strict referencing procedures and provide all staff initial training and opportunities for further training. As Sunnyside Childcare is a Registered Childcare Provider it accepts childcare vouchers and can be used with existing tax credit systems to assist with the childcare costs. See our advert opposite
Nursery’s innovative new learning programmes W e all know children learn best through play, and at Building Blocks Nursery in Rosyth they’re taking that to the next level with innovative, new learning programmes. The children are involved from beginning to end so they lead the learning. Diversity reigns from volcanoes and dinosaurs to doctors and culture, the challenge that faces Building Blocks’ staff is keeping up with the demands of the little minds that attend their purpose built nursery. The nursery has a large
garden, which creates a wonderful learning environment for the children and gives the opportunity for the learning to continue. From planting and growing vegetables to making snacks, learning about the changing seasons and giving the children a place to develop their physical skills, the nursery also takes advantage of the local woodland area to engage the pre-school children in Forest Kindergarten. The children taking part in this innovative programme
show greater ability to focus on tasks, develop better listening skills along with appreciation and respect for their surroundings. Catering for children from 0 to 5 years they guarantee that through the innovative learning programmes each child goes home happy, fulfilled and with the valuable skills needed to give them the best possible start in life! Call the nursery to speak to Laura at Building Blocks to arrange a visit 01383 419319. www.bbnursery.co.uk.
Making child’s play out of childcare planning
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rganising childcare can be a bit like going to the dentist – something many people approach with a sense of dread. Thankfully, there is a new nanny agency Prestige Nannies, whose ethos is all about making this process as pleasant and stress-free as possible. Set up by mother of one, Clair Bairstow, Clair knows firsthand how challenging it can be. This she explains, is why she set up Prestige Nannies. “All our nannies and babysitters are qualified and/or highly experienced child care professionals.” We interview all prospective nannies and provide a reference checking service, ID, qualifications and disclosure checks as standard. Reasons to consider choosing a nanny: There are many advantages of employing a nanny, including:
ÊÊ Child in their own environment so have their own toys, books, food etc ÊÊ Higher degree of control over all aspects of your child’s care ÊÊ Often offer more flexible hours than some other forms of childcare. ÊÊ You don’t need to dress and drive the children – nannies come to you ÊÊ They can also offer evening babysitting and extra hours, including overnight care. ÊÊ Your child can stay within their own environment if unwell. ÊÊ Nannies will carry out other duties including children’s laundry and housework. Prestige Nannies believe a successful placement is very much about working closely with the family to get your childcare right. Clair says: “Without exception all our nannies and babysitters must express a genuine love of children, as well as crucial qualities such as gentleness, kindness and enthusiasm.” To contact Clair call 01382 58026807510 275845 or go to www.prestigenannies.co.uk
Providing Scotland with Professional Nannies, Babysitters and Au Pairs www.prestigenannies.co.uk enquiries@prestigenannies.co.uk Prestige Nannies 01382 580268 07510 275845 Childcare Specialists 6 | Families Fife Issue 8
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Prestige Nannies is a professional Nanny Recruitment Agency. We provide families throughout Scotland with a childcare option to suit their needs.