Community Posts, Tips & Support on Childcare & Education

Hey! So my friend who lives in east England has scared life out of me and said she had to have her daughters nursery space reserved by 20w of pregnancy to get a space! Is that the case for swansea /neath when did you start looking? I'm 20w Friday so panicking!

Hello, I’m working part time and my baby goes to nursery 3 days a week from 8am to 12:30pm. I’m thinking on going back to full time because we need it financially but just thinking on my baby going to nursery 5 days a week until 5:30pm makes me feel so bad, sad and guilty. He will be more time at nursery than at hom...

Please share tips and strategies for getting ready in the morning. Specifically how to get them to cooperate with getting dressed and out the door. I have 3.5 year old twins and our mornings have become so frustrating. They fight me every step of the way and I’ve been losing my patience more often than I’d like to ...

Sorry I am completely lost here. I wanted to start my son for pre school. I know there is free hours. How does this work? My husband works full time… and the plan is when I send baby to preschool. I will work also. And when can I start to enrol my baby? Thank you guys in advance.

Hi, anyone got any thoughts or opinions on both, particularly if changed from one to the other? we are thinking we might want more personalised experience childminding could offer and hoping to avoid constant illnesses it's getting too much at nursery....thanks

What is everyone doing for nursery are you changing your little ones to a school nursery or are you keeping them in a private nursery I am debating weather to change spit the hours between 2

So my LG can get 30 hours now she already does 15 hours at nursery I’m struggling on how to redo the code I’ve been to the nursery and had help but no one seems to know how to do it I’ve been on the gov website and it’s just taking me back to the 15 hours I’ve gotta get it done by the end of this week does anybody k...

Stay at home moms- what are you doing with your babies all day long? I’m a home-body even before baby was here and I don’t like shopping (and don’t have the money) and don’t have family/friends nearby so I don’t know what to do with my baby all day.

My gosh nursery is expensive!! How much are people paying for full two days a week with government free 15 hours in London just so I know I’m not going mad or need to look elsewhere.

Hi fellow educators …I only have a month or so left before I’m due back at work. I’m expecting a call from my school in regard to my return date . I honestly wish I could go part time but financially it’s just not the right decision for me and my partner. I am extremely nervous about going back and I’m dreading wher...

Does anyone have one? Are they worth it? My son likes to help wash up and make cups of tea..9/10 just makes a mess😂 I'm thinking of maybe getting one so he can help in the kitchen with dinner and slowly learn these things? I was 2 when I first learnt how to make toast...school wasn't impressed when I wasn't excited…

Hi! Wondering if anyone homeschooled their kids for awhile and then transitioned to public, private or hybrid school and what that experience was like for your kids. I’m currently homeschooling my kids now (ages 7 and 8) who were in private school for Preschool through Kindergarten. They do karate twice a week which...

My daughter's key worker and favourite teacher is leaving to start her maternity leave early in a few weeks. What would be a nice gift to get her? I'm thinking something for the baby, as my daughter is always saying she is going to help look after the baby. I'm a little sad, that the teacher won't be able to see m...

Can someone explain how nursery funding works please. I am due to go back to work in September. I tried to apply however I don't think I'm eligible to get the 15/30 hours before Sept.

I didn't give notice. I withdrew him because of too many red flags. Surely they can't charge me for that. What's your experience and who to talk to to waive fees because I have too many things that made me uncomfortable

My little boy is 1 in November 2025, he will be going to nursery from September 2025. When do I need to apply for the code?

How much is everyone paying for nursery after the 15 funded hours? I’ve been billed £74 for April. Daughter goes 1 day a week and I’m eligible for the 15 funded hours.

I need a nursery asap for my little girl or a child minder , everyone I’ve viewed is either full till September or child minder is full Ideally around Keresley area or even Coventry city centre ish

I have a 4 year old daughter and 2 year old son. Both of my kids have been in daycare since 6 months old. I will be taking them out of daycare for a little while to spend some time together. Any tips or advice for a stay at home mom? Also if you live around the Wayne area we love playdates and new friends. Thank y...

My son is moving to the toddler room next week- he goes to nursery 4 days a week. What sort of gifts did anyone give to the room workers and/or key worker, if any? Thank you!