Community Posts, Tips & Support on Childcare & Education

Hi everyone Just wanted to confirm If I go back to work in December, I can only use the 30 hours free from January 25? Will I get anything free before I go back to work or will I have to pay if I choose to put my child in nursery

Looking for advice please! So many people have told me that we need to have this sorted soon as there are really long waiting lists. I’m 15 weeks (first baby) and it feels like so much to think about already! Also any thoughts on benefits or drawbacks of either would be soo helpful - thanks in advance!

Do you use a daycare or family to help out while working? Do you work? What do you do for work if you don’t mind sharing? I’m trying to figure things out for my baby and I. I’m so skeptical about a daycare but I have no family that’s willing to help out for me to go back to work. My baby is half a year old and I nee...

Because why were we in twin beds all bood up and stuff and like that’s like the least hilarious of shenanigans from undergrad era

I’m not in full time employment (I’m lucky enough to be able to WFH for my family’s business so I am definitely flexible) so I never considered nursery before but baby girl is approaching 1 in March and I was thinking it might be good for her a couple of hours a week to go and play with baby’s her age but I’ve heard...

So far my mom stayed a few hours for me to go to an appointment and went out to eat. I think I need a break but still not comfortable w leaving my baby w anyone overnight.

I’m a single SAHM that wants to go back to school never been since HS. Tips pls, mind u I don’t have anybody to watch baby

I want to put my little 1 in nursery for the 15free hours, as she’s gonna be 2 in April but when I apply they say I am not eligible because I am getting UC. I have noticed there has been other mums who have gotten it with being on UC (Universal Credit) how does it work? Do you have to come out of it and get Tax-...

Has any mum deferred their child a year late for primary school because they think it’s too soon/they’re a summer baby? If so, what has your experience been like? Or do you think it’s unnecessary ?

I'm head is pickled with the free childcare allowance We have our nursery place confirmed and will be starting a phased start in mid June for two reasons. To help both me and the little one get into a new routine and 2nd that's all they could do until more days are available towards the end of the year. The questio...

Hi everyone ill be moving to perry barr soon and just wondered if anyone knows any good primary schools near there i could send my 4 yo to

I’m ready to get back to work (part-time for 2 days a week) and I’m seriously considering putting my LG in nursery or a childminder after March. Could I ask you guys what worked best for you? What made your nursery stand out? Why was the childminder a better option for you? I love to hear personal experiences, so pl...

Does anyone have any recommendations for nurseries or childminders in the Gloucester/Cheltenham area? Or places to avoid? My husband and I are still debating between a nursery or a childminder but would much rather go off recommendations than a Google search. I’m aware how quickly places get booked up so need to get...

Looking for good babysitting services/agency for my 21 months old twins. Any recommendations?

I’ve had such a stressful and sleep deprived week my brain just isn’t working anymore! If anyone could help provide a possible solution I would be so so grateful. My husband has interviewed for a new job today, same pay different hours. He will be working 7am-5pm Mon-Thursday. I currently work 7am-3pm Tues-Fri and...

Does anybody know the process i meed to take for applying for part time in my current school where I am full time?

Hey y’all where do you find your baby sitters? I have family that I could ask but I don’t really trust them. I will be working from while someone is here. I just need some help during the day. How do you know if you can trust them?

What is the ruling to take your child on holiday whilst they are attending a nursery school? So pre-schools that are attached to primary schools LG will start in September and we usually plan our holidays during term times

Hi all! Moving to Vegas in the fall, and was curious if anyone’s had experience with SpringStone Montessori, Merryhill, or KinderCare in the Southwest? Open to other recommendations as well! My baby has been in daycare since 4.5mo and would be starting as an 18mo. Currently he has an egg allergy, so if you have any ...

Hi everyone Either my other post has vanished or I imagined already posting this! However I’m looking for some honest reviews. Due to unforeseen circumstances, I’m having to move my little one nurseries and as you can imagine there is very little availability in our local area. I’ve rang everywhere and the only pl...