Revealing Nanny Employment trends across the U.K. The results of the NannyTax Annual Wage Survey have just been published for 2015. This is the most comprehensive and up-to-date study of its kind in the UK, and is based on data...
A taxing question for parents and childcare workers! Non-infectious diseases (such as heart disease and cancer) have recently surpassed transmittable diseases to become the greatest threat to human health; contributing to around 35 million deaths per year1. However, in contrast...
Childcare Voucher Scheme to end in 2017 The Childcare Voucher scheme, introduced by the government in 1989, is due to end in 2017, to be replaced by the Tax Free Childcare allowance. Whilst this is excellent news for some parents,...
For many, the term ‘governess’ conjures up a romantic image of nineteenth century England; with its grand stately-homes, immaculate lawns and afternoon teas on the terrace, served from a silver salver. The governess was a trusted and respected member of...
The Ancient Roots of Bedtime Stories Next time you settle down to read a bedtime story to your child, you might want to reflect on the following tale…. Once upon a time, in a language now long extinct, your ancient...
Wraparound Childcare and Holiday Clubs Our recent article, Childcare Information for Parents, highlighted the lack of information currently available to parents regarding wraparound care (before and after school) and children’s holiday clubs. In both cases, this is largely down to...
How critical is Early Years Education? There has been a dramatic shift in eduction funding in the United Kingdom in recent years, away from Higher Education towards Early Years (from age 0-3). This change of emphasis is based on the...
With the escalating costs of university fees and housing (amongst other things!) young people face an increasingly daunting financial challenge ahead of them. Therefore, it’s never too early to start saving for your children’s future! Tax-free Savings The most common...
Introduction Childcare comes in many forms: from nannies and pre-school nurseries to wraparound care and holiday clubs for older children. These services provide essential support for many working parents, in order to balance the often conflicting demands of work and...