Community Posts, Tips & Support on Childcare & Education

How much does everyone pay for a baby sitter?? I’ve never had a babysitter so this is a first for our house. My girls are one and a half and almost four. They will already be fed and most likely in bed before the sitter arrives. The girl watching them is a coworker of mine at the daycare my kids go to, so they are f...

Would you think less of a school if they had the year 6s showing you around rather than teachers? There was no real chance to ask questions to members of staff or a talk from someone explaining how the school worked, they settled in reception etc, for some context.

How does the government childcare support of 15 hours per week translate to monetary value (£)? I am considering hiring a nanny for 2-3 days a week. Would the 15 hours of support cover the cost of two full working days?

Do you receive free childcare hours when your child is of the eligible age or do you wait until the next term time after eligible age? Thanks

Is anyone babies not attending nursery? What age will they be going if not?

Is nanny sharing a thing and if so, how do I find people to share with? Not keen on using agencies or apps, but if anyone has had a positive experience with those, please share.

Does anyone know if you pay into an online portal to receive the top up? Or do you need to open a new bank account? And…with the 15 hours free for childcare. Does the nursery apply for it on your behalf? Thanks in advance.

At what age are you planning to start nursery?

Does anyone know what benefits I can get for my 5 month old if I'm on a family visa that states 'no public funds'? My husband is English. Ex 15 hours free childcare, tax free childcare or anything else.

Please could you share any questions you found useful to ask nursery settings?We're going for a show around tomorrow 😊

Hi ladies! I’m wondering if anyone else is considering homeschooling in a couple of years? Would be great to have someone to chat with who is considering homeschooling also. I’m confused about a lot of things. Thanks! X

Are you applying for schools in your catchment only or those outside of catchment? I know I’m thinking too far ahead but I’m worried about applying for schools outside catchment as she’ll end up at a different high school to all her friends 🙈 as I think it’s v difficult to get a place in a different high school in…

I'm curious as to why people put their little ones into nursery/pre-school before they legally need to. No judgement, pure curiosity 😊

So seems crazy to start looking at nursery's but with the 9 months funding alot of places fill up like a year in advance now. Is anyone also thinking about looking round and if so when ?

So yeah I totally forgot to take my son to school today. It’s not real school he’s only 2 but like we been going for 6 months and I’ve never forgot before I actually feel pretty dumb tbh

Which one is best and why? I don’t have other kids, just my 2 yer old, and only wanting do 3-4 half days. But I can’t figure out which session is best, we aren’t tied to anything so either would work, but the nursery don’t allow constant switching.

Hi everyone, Random one, but when going to Open mornings for schools have you taken your child with you or did you get childcare. Thank you!

Can anyone recommend a childminder in the Wigston Oadby area?

How soon before nursery fees are due do you need to put the funds in your Government Gateway account for the tax free childcare? It just says enough time for them to add the funds from their side and for them to clear - but how long is that? We only got a day's notice from nursery before fees were due last month s...

This is our wall of our bedroom where my son's crib/chair/etc is still at from when he was a baby. I want to refresh the wall to something new for baby girl but am kind of stuck what to do. I want to repaint the wall a different color and don't want just pink on pink on pink- its still our bedroom after all lol I do...