Childcare Techniques
Flying Tots nannies will use a number of childcare techniques to ensure that the child is happy, safe and secure in the comfort of your home. The option of mother’s help is also available for those parents or single parent who require help whilst on maternity leave, or during an illness and need that extra support. When in sole charge, the nanny plans and develops a routine, scheduling cooking, cleaning and ironing time around nap times and play/activity sessions. These techniques listed below are dependent upon the time of day and your choice of childcare service.
Personal Hygiene
Flying Tots nanny will supervise or bathe the child upon instructions of the parent according to their age, adhering to safety standards and ensuring that they are clean and ready for school or nursery
Nappy Changing and Potty Training
Disposables or re-useable nappies are dependent upon the parent's wishes. The nanny will ensure that the baby is changed regularly and comfortable throughout the day. Potty training is a challenging task and can take several months before it is achieved, however very rewarding once the toddler is able to use the potty or initiates to go themselves.
Preparation for school or Nursery
Your Flying Tots nanny ensures enough time in the morning for any preparation work.
Each child receives a physical wake-up call, if necessary
Breakfast is prepared
Schoolbooks and accessories, PE kit and lunch are checked before leaving for school
baby bag including change of clothes or any medication are packed
Issue dinner money, money collection and ensure any parental/guardian consent letters are brought into school
Grooming
Cleaned, ironed clothing and footwear are laid out ready to wear ensuring that they are suitable for the weather conditions.
If necessary, assistance is offered in dressing the child.
Hair tidily groomed
Shoes polished
A mini inspection can be performed when dressed to ensure neatness.
Nutritional Breakfast
All meals for your child will be prepared based on the parent's recommendation and wishes.
Any specific instructions i.e., food allergies, regarding your child's diet and nutrition shall be followed.
A typical healthy breakfast, for example, includes a bowl of cereal with milk followed by a boiled egg with toast 'soldiers' and juice.
For babies, baby milk is provided and the introduction of solids at the required age is at the parent's request.
It is good practice to sit with the child at the breakfast table if in sole charge to ensure a sufficient amount is eaten in order to start the day well and to discuss what the day ahead brings.
Transport to School or Nursery
The Nanny will be advised on the child's journey either to school or nursery depending on the distance.
The parents will provide an approved booster/car seat
Cars adhered to safety standards
The nanny will ensure all children are strapped in and secure.
Child safety locks will be enforced for complete protection.
The nanny should ensure all car documents are valid and up- to- date.
If using public transport, the nanny will check the bus and train timetable/route in preparation for the journey.
Families normally live in the vicinity of the child’s school/nursery. This enables the nanny to enjoy the walk with a baby or toddler if pushing a stroller, allowing plenty of time for the journey.
Handover and School Collection
Flying Tots nanny will ensure that they supervise the child right up until they are taken into the school gates or nursery. A handover to the teacher or nursery assistant takes place. Parents need to ensure that the school or nursery are well advised of the childcare arrangements set in place especially drop-off and pick-up times. On collection from nurseries, a report is often briefed regarding the child's progress of the day. The information is then relayed back to the parents orally and/or through the nanny diary.
Key important issues;
Being on time
Wait for the school bell to ring
Recognition of teacher/s
Be aware of other parents
Nutritional Meals
Making the right choices of meals will give the child the energy they need to get through the day whether it is a school packed lunch or a prepared home meal.
A Flying Tots nanny will be advised of any specific instructions i.e., food allergies, likes, dislikes regarding the child's diet so that the appropriate nutritional menu is provided
The nanny can pre-arrange a menu range of healthy meals for each week
The mother’s help is to assist the parent with the preparation of milk bottles for babies, an assortment of sandwiches, fruit and salad or an evening meal
It is good practice for the nanny to sit with the child at the dinner table if in sole charge to ensure a sufficient amount is eaten and also to encourage good communication of how their day has been
Homework, Education and Learning support
A Flying Tots nanny or mother’s help is available to provide, where possible, assistance with the child’s homework, education and learning support.
Care, learning and play are what a Flying Tots nanny will provide when caring for each child.
After discussing with parents the child's individual needs, the nanny plans a list of activities and play opportunities to help develop their emotional, physical, social and intellectual capabilities.
Drawing and painting develops good handwriting skills and colour co-ordination
Singing lullabies, songs and nursery rhymes.
Dancing to music as part of an exercise programme or fun activity.
Counting in order to acknowledge numbers
Encouragement for the child to listen.
A Flying Tots nanny or mother’s help may also require assistance to guide the child in promoting self-esteem enabling them to make choices as they develop their knowledge, skills and understanding.
Preparation for Bedtime
The child will be prepared for bed at their allotted time.
A bedtime story helps the child learn, and to sleep.
A Flying Tots nanny will read to a baby or be read from the child a bedtime story before tucking them in and switching lights off.
Stories are chosen by the child, or recommended by the parent.
Security Inside and Outside the Home
A Flying Tots nanny will check that all security measures applicable are in place.
Locks on windows and doors,
Alarm systems,
Intercom which should be used at all times
Stair barriers
Smoke alarm and
Baby intercom systems
Cash Management
A petty cash deposit box can be used for expenses. The nanny will record each claim and provide receipts.
Nanny Diary
A Flying Tots nanny will record all details of the child's daily activities;
Homework
Meals
Sickness
Length and number of baby naps
Nappy change and potty training
Significant events which may have occurred throughout the day
Expenses
Our policy is to provide professionalism and rest assurance at all times.