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Little Learners

Little Learners

Opened in 2003, our purpose-built nursery is next door to Victoria Dock Primary School, allowing us to offer a seamless learning experience for your child from a young age and throughout their education. We're open weekdays between 7.15am to 6pm for our nursery children and we also run a breakfast, after-school and holiday club for children aged 4 to 11. less

Peek-a-boo Nursery

Peek-a-boo Nursery

Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland, KY2 5JR

Peek-a-Boo Nurseries have been developed to ensure that the children are at the centre of the nurseries. We adopt an 'open door' policy with our parents/carers to help them and their children get as much out of their time with us as possible. The learning environments are stimulating and challenging and reflect children's interests and experiences. less

Glenhurst Nursery & Pre-School

Glenhurst Nursery & Pre-School

Glenhurst Nursery & Pre-School aims to have a happy, friendly staff team who provide the children in our care with a happy, safe environment. We regard parents as partners and discuss their children's development regularly as well as supporting them in difficult times. We treat every child as an individual, planning for their individual needs and providing meaningful interaction so that they thrive and are enabled with the skills necessary for school. less

The Grove Nursery & Preschool

The Grove Nursery & Preschool

At The Grove we provide children with the opportunities and the help they need to become confident, happy, successful and fulfilled individuals. The Grove was founded in 1999 by Rebecca Browne and Elaine Catchpole. After years of working in both private and state nursery education and finding the majority of provision unsatisfactory they set up The Grove in order to meet the needs of parents and children. The Grove provides unique, quality care and education because it is independent of any chain. less

Melandrew Daycare

Melandrew Daycare

I have completed an Early Years Foundation Degree in order to keep up with latest practice and best understanding with childrens care, learning and development. I work hard to gain trust and build great relationships with parents. I hold a Certificate in Early Years Practice, am qualified with an NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care Learning & Development. We have 2 girl cats who have grown up around children, so they are nice, relaxed and friendly. less

Coogee Nursery School

Coogee Nursery School

A very warm welcome to Coogee Nursery, where we provide a quality caring and learning environment for all children in our care. Based in a private residence, we provide child care for children from the ages of 2 to 4 years old, on a variety of full or part-time placements. Coogee was originally built about 1900 as a school for the children of Streetly village. At that time, the building was small and just a simple schoolhouse. less

Wheatcroft Pre School

Wheatcroft Pre School

Wheatcroft Pre school Playgroup is based in St Michaels Church Hall on 'the old' part of Filey Road in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. We are open every morning of school term time from 8.30am until 1.00pm and have places for up to 24 children aged from 2 years to 5 years. Why not come and look around our setting? Check out our large open and airy indoor room and see all of the exciting activities for the children inside. less

Colehill Nursery School

Colehill Nursery School

Our last Ofsted inspection rated the Nursery as Outstanding, stating that: Colehill Nursery School children are given an outstanding start to their learning journey because the staff have an excellent understanding of how very young children learn. They provide the children with exciting and stimulating activities that captures their interest, ensuring learning is fun and enjoyable. less

Young Gems

Young Gems

My name is Gemma. I am OFSTED Registered, and a quality assured member of the NCMA network. I am also a qualified nursery nurse. I provide a childminding service from our family home in Andover, Hampshire. Being a parent myself I know how precious our children are, it is my aim to provide a secure and safe childcare service that helps and guides children to learn the important keys skills that are so challenging in the early years. less

Childlink Learning Centre

Childlink Learning Centre

We aim to support your child's personal development and prepare him or her for the future. Our Primary Carer system ensures that each child develops a close emotional relationship with his or her carer. In each of our small day nurseries this creates a family atmosphere where children can flourish. less

Debutots Early Years Drama

Debutots Early Years Drama

Debutots is a unique blend of interactive storytelling and dramatic play for 6 months to 7 years. In exploring our stories vocally and physically we facilitate children's literacy and communication development. They speak, listen, imagine, observe and do. Established in 2003, Debutots remains a much loved children's activity for parents; a highly valued part of nursery and schools' weekly curricula and is also a successful children's franchise and provides flexible working opportunities. less

Network Nurseries

Network Nurseries

We work with companies, universities, hospitals, schools, colleges and other organisations to set up and manage childcare settings. Established in 1989, the company has over 20 years experience and provides comprehensive in-house management and consultancy expertise to all settings and clients. Our services cover children from 0 to 11 years and is flexible by design to give parents maximum options within Ofsted regulations. less

At Wendy's House Childminding

At Wendy's House Childminding

I am a registered childminder based in North Watford Hertfordshire. I enjoy working with children and aim to provide a reliable, flexible, safe and caring environment for all children in my care. I hope you find the information on my site useful and if you have any questions or would like to book a meeting please feel free to contact me. less

Woodley Pre-school

Woodley Pre-school

We are a friendly community group in Romsey, Hampshire who offer Early Years care and education for children aged from 2 years 9 months to school age. We are lucky enough to be able to meet in a new, bright and modern purpose built playroom next to Cupernham Infant School, with our own entrance and secure outside play area. less

Squeaks Childminding

Squeaks Childminding

My name is Nikki and I run my Ofsted registered childminding business from my warm and friendly family home in Birmingham. I share my house with my husband, our two amazing children (aged 2 and 6) and our child friendly cat, Stitch. Please browse through this website to learn more about the care I offer and our great range of activities and if there's anything more you'd like to know please get in touch! 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