Importance of Paediatric First Aid
As parents we always want our children to be safe. And when we leave them in the care of a nursery or school, a nanny, an au pair or a babysitter, we want to have some assurance that in case of an emergency, the person taking care of your little ones will know exactly how to react […]
What is a CRB or a DBS check?
CRB check, also known as the Criminal Records Bureau check was replaced by the DBS check or the Disclosure and Barring Service check following changes to the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) in March 2013. DBS is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Home Office and its purpose is to help employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people […]
What makes for a good babysitter?
“We have the best babysitter in the world!” – phrase, all parents would love to pronounce, but they rarely do in real life. One of the most difficult tasks for busy working parents is to find the right person for their children, especially in London, where are so many childcare providers, many of whom […]
Tips for School Open Days
School open days usually start in mid-September and can give you a flavour of prospective schools; however, it is important to ask specific questions. To gain insight into the prospective School it may be useful to attend the Principal’s presentation, as it can demonstrate their values and how well the school caters for all […]
Help Your Child Settle in on the First Day of School
The summer has flown by (yeah right!) quicker than you can shake out that annoying last bit of sand from your shoes. Please tell me that I am not the only one that manages to bring home enough sand in my shoes, pockets or hair to erect my own beach at home? The uniform […]
Is it Safe to Find a BabySitter Online?
The last few years has seen significant shift in how we all use smartphones and the internet to improve our lifestyle. The advent of AirBnB, Uber, Task Rabbit and such services have given us the ability to find quality, home-like accommodations any where we travel, get a private car wherever we might be, and get […]