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Swan Preschool

Swan Preschool

Gosport, Hampshire, South East England, PO13 9RJ

We have Pre-Schools in most of the Service estates for children aged from 2 years to school age. On Rowner we have a full day care nursery, and also two groups for children under three with one of them providing full day care. All groups are held in family quarters with rooms the size children are used to, but with more toys! The aim is for children to enjoy playing in a safe and happy environment and at the same time prepare for school by gaining knowledge and independence. less

Shooting Stars Nursery

Shooting Stars Nursery

Gloucester, Gloucestershire, South West England, GL1 5LB

Shooting Stars provides the ultimate care and education for your child. At our nurseries, your child will receive a rich, stimulating nursery experience which will be a positive influence on their learning and development. We specialise in the care of babies and toddlers and pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of childcare. All of our settings are spacious and have great locations with secure outside play areas equipped with an extensive range of high quality toys for all ages. less

Meerkats Childminding Services

Meerkats Childminding Services

Chorley, Lancashire, North West England, PR6 0LA

Before I decided to become a childminder in 2008, I worked alongside children when I was a cook at the local primary school. Since then I have completed my NVQ level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding (level 1 and 2), Strategies for working with children on the autistic spectrum, Behaviour Management, Early Language Delay Programme and Food Safety. I attend regular training on the Network of which I am a member. less

Claire Farrer Ofsted

Claire Farrer Ofsted

Rossendale, Lancashire, North West England, BB4 9EN

We know that when you leave your child with someone, you need complete peace of mind. That's why you'll be reassured to know that all childminders who care for children under 8 are required by law to be registered and regularly inspected by Ofsted in England. less

St Margaret's Pre-school

St Margaret's Pre-school

Solihull, West Midlands, West Midlands, B92 7JS

Over half our staff are qualified to a level 3 qualification in childcare, as well as first aid and food handling. All our staff have been on safeguarding courses with the Manager being the Designated Safeguarding Officer in the setting. Children start to learn about the world around them from the moment they are born. less

Busykids Childminding

Busykids Childminding

Wincanton, Somerset, South West England, BA9 9HD

Our home is a lovely 1920's semi. It has a large flat garden with plenty of play equipment. We live close to both Wincanton Primary and Our Lady of Mount Carmel RC school so I am able to do drop offs and pick ups from both, inc West Hill nursery, South Street preschool and the Balsam Centre. less

Rach's Childminding

Rach's Childminding

Martock, Somerset, South West England, TA12 6EX

I am 27 and live with my husband of 4years, Marc is a car salesman and we have 2 children, Holly (5) and Wilfred (1). We have a puppy called Benson and 2 cats Morgan and Spice. I registered as a childminder in 2014 following the birth of my son, prior to this I worked in the NHS. I previous employment I have worked as a Teaching Assistant at a Secondary School and in a variety of Sports Coaching roles. less

Tops Day Nurseries

Tops Day Nurseries

Poole, Dorset, South West England, BH12 4HU

Tops Day Nurseries is a family of 15 nurseries across the south, with nurseries in Boscombe, Bournemouth, Charminster, Corfe Mullen, Newport on the Isle of Wight, Poole, Portsmouth, Sturminster Newton, Taunton, Wareham, Wimborne, and Winchester. Our trained and qualified staff are passionate about nurturing the children in their care. less

Little Stars Daycare

Little Stars Daycare

Maesteg, Bridgend, Wales, CF34 9LA

We at Little Stars recognise parents natural concerns when choosing the right nursery for their child. The perfect environment for a child's development is of massive importance and Little Stars intends to offer a premium but friendly service. Our caring staff will dedicate their time to deliver a constructive and stimulating home from home learning experience in a fun-loving and happy atmosphere. less

Tynemouth Lilliput Nursery

Tynemouth Lilliput Nursery

North Shields, Tyne and Wear, North East England, NE29 9AF

Tynemouth Nursery Group and Zone4kids are very special, known and respected throughout North Tyneside. Our highly qualified team provide the very best in child care and ensure that every child receives considerable individual attention to achieve their full potential. less

Honeypot Pre-school

Honeypot Pre-school

Yeovil, Somerset, South West England, BA21 5SE

The Honeypot Pre school is a self funded, non - profit making organisation. The successful running of the group lies with the parent committee. The committee is made up of parents with children currently at the Honeypot so the committee personnel change on a regular basis as do the children. The committee therefore employ a supervisor to take care of the day to day running of the pre school, an administrator/book keeper and a team of assistants. less

Bishopbriggs Childcare Centre

Bishopbriggs Childcare Centre

Glasgow, Scotland, Scotland, G64 2NN

Bishopbriggs Childcare Centre has been located in Bishopbriggs since 1985. Within that time we have worked to provide a haven for children, solely created to enhance their growth and development. The ethos of the Centre is one which aims to enable each child to explore their potential while encouraging them to appreciate the richness and diversity of the community they live in and to accept a social responsibility. less

Jigsaw Childcare

Jigsaw Childcare

Catterick, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, DL9 4QP

Thank you for taking the time to visit our website. We are a purpose built, centrally located childcare setting in Catterick Garrison. We have four light and airy children's rooms, designed to best meet the needs of our different age groups. We also ensure that all children have the opportunity to interact with children of different ages, helping promote social skills and confidence building. less

Lisa Auckland Childminder

Lisa Auckland Childminder

York, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, YO24 2TD

I am originally from London, moving up to Pocklington in January 2011, and into York July 2012. Living in London was fantastic and I was very lucky to grow up in such a bustling and diverse community. When I was young my mother was a childminder and it has given me some brilliant first hand insights into why childminding is a valuable option for parents who require childcare. It was never boring in our house, it was sometimes noisy and often messy but it was a very happy place to grow up. less

Childwall Valley Neighbourhood Nursery

Childwall Valley Neighbourhood Nursery

Liverpool, Merseyside, North West England, L25 2PW

When you visit us, you will see a warm, friendly, and inviting environment with staff who are dedicated to the children in their care. Our approach is for the development of the whole child, and we provide care and learning opportunities that reflect this. Our day nursery in Liverpool is bright and welcoming; it is situated just off a main road, in a residential area close to local schools, colleges, shops and businesses. We are open Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm. 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