Gooderstone Water Gardens & Nature Trails will blow the kids away with its beautiful and imaginative design. There are many interesting paths and trails to explore, with bridges over the streams.The gardens have four ponds, numerous waterways and a natural trout stream. There is a bird hide to h...
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Who’s ready for some term time fun? We are delighted to be joined by Samantha and Laura who will host their Baby Classes in our Party Rooms at Grass Hoppers. These classes are the perfect opportunity to learn, play and make new friends too, all in a safe environment.We are thrilled to launch Peace...
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Golf doesn’t have to be dad’s boring hobby any more! Take the whole family for a round of crazy golf at Gravitee Golf - Oxford’s biggest (and wackiest!) indoor golf course.Feel like you are exploring the cosmos, as you make your way through two space-themed 18-hole courses. Take a tour of an a...
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Greenacres now can offer a choice of either:1) A walk around the park to see all the animals on display and why not enjoy a picnic or a cuppa overlooking the large carp pond and wildlife areas? Not forgetting our Keeper talks throughout your visit. (Seasonal)2) An all ...
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A fantastic family outdoor adventure awaits at GreenWood Family Park, voted the best family attraction in North Wales! This eco-adventure park is packed full of quirky thrill rides, plenty of activities, playground areas and much more - your little adventurers won’t leave disappointed!Theme Park r...
Read more about GreenWood Family ParkGreat winter activities for kids to do inside and out. Winter themed activities, such as snow, the holidays, and more. But also great indoor activities to do when its too cold to go out. And ways to get outside and have fun in the snow too!...
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High Force Waterfall, one of the most spectacular waterfalls in England, suddenly and spectacularly drops 21 metres into the plunge pool below!The pretty woodland walk to the falls is approximately 1/3 of a mile, with several resting points along the way. It is a gently sloping gravel path. As you b...
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We are the charity who love and look after Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, the Tower of London, the Banqueting House, Kew Palace, and Hillsborough Castle and Gardens....
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An inspiring, surprising, family-friendly, free Museum and Gardens in South London’s Forest Hill....
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Situated alongside the River Wharfe in Ilkley with plenty of green space and benches.The riverside park is very popular with locals and visitors, attracting families from all over West Yorkshire who visit to relax, walk, play and enjoy the surroundings.The Riverside Hotel and Pub serves food and dri...
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WE'RE ON A MISSION TO TAKE IMMERSIVE ENTERTAINMENT TO A WHOLE NEW LEVEL.And that's not all, we're also on track to be first in the game! Our co-founders are Will Dean MBE, CEO and Founder of Tough Mudder and David Spindler, who launched Tough Mudder Bootcamp. At the core of our company is a com...
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Experience an immersive and social phenomenon, Immersive Gamebox South Bank! Who said screen time always had to be anti-social? With group gaming, there’s no room or need to isolate yourself away!BRAND NEW in June - come along with the kids and family to enjoy a brand new PAW Patrol game! As the n...
Read more about Immersive Gamebox LondonInstitute of Imagination is a registered charity, number 1109276 and acompany limited by guarantee, number 04921852. You can watch videos and find your imaginations....
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One of Gloucestershire's most exciting visitor attractions - A great venue for families, fun activities in Gloucester for kids, birthday parties, team-building events, office parties, stag & hen do's, Karting, Lasertag, Segways, Axe Throwing....
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Suitable for the whole family, from toddler to grandma, this mini golf adventure takes place in a jungle where the T-rex roams and the Spinosaurus stalks, but these beasts aren't the only residents of Jurassic Island. Among the Jungle Marsh, you’ll also find the Triceratops grazing and, if you lis...
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Kids World is a huge arena in Bedford dedicated to kids soft play! Children can enjoy lots of frames to climb, even more slides to slide and small balls and big balls, which keeps the kids entertained for hours! Up to 11 years old and maximum height of 5.2ft. Our play frame is centrally placed allow...
Read more about KIDS WORLD SOFT PLAYA nanny is an experienced professional who provides continuous childcare, while a babysitter usually provides short-term or casual care for children.While both supervise and care for children when parents are away, a nanny is a regular and daily job. Nannies often take on household tasks and are involved in the children's lives. On the other hand, babysitters are temporary caregivers who are typically hired to watch the children for a set period.
Typically, full time nannies work 10-12 hour days, Mon-Fri. Most roles are between 8am and 7pm but some can go beyond these times. It used to be common for nannies to work 60+ hours per week, but this trend is declining.Live-in nannies generally work between 10 and 12 hours per day, five days a week. Most families will also expect two nights babysitting as part of the package. A live-in nanny may work a 24-hour shift or five-six day shifts for a higher salary.
Part- time nannies offer a flexible option to local childminders. While a childminder looks after children at their own residence – nannies work in your home. A nanny only looks after your kids — so they can follow your family's schedule and provide much more flexibility compared to childminders.Nannies typically have an employment arrangement with the parents entitling them to benefits such as annual holiday, maternity leave, and all other employment benefits. A childminder looks after children in their own setting and are compensated for caring for multiple children simultaneously.
A childminder offers childcare services to children in their own home for more than two hours each day. In England, childminders are required to be registered with Ofsted. Operating as independent entrepreneurs, childminders manage a small business from their home, caring for children from multiple families. To become registered with Ofsted, childminders must be at least 18 years old and provide childcare in their own residence for more than two hours daily, in exchange for payment.There are certain exceptions when Ofsted registration is not required, which are set out in this factsheet from Ofsted.
A childminder is permitted to care for a maximum of six children under the age of 8 at any given time. Of these six children, a maximum of three may be young children and only one child can be under the age of one. (A child is considered a young child until September 1st following their 5th birthday). Additionally, this maximum count includes the childminder's own children if they are under the age of eight.
As childminders do not have the same overhead costs as day nurseries, they often offer more affordable childcare options. Additionally, parents can benefit from tax-free childcare vouchers and Universal Credit, along with funded hours for early years children, to help reduce their childcare expenses.
You can find local nannies and childminders on listing directories such as nurseriesandschools where you can find local babysitters, nannies and childminders. Search trusted childcare by name and location.
