Alz
23-11-2009, 06:05 PM
Hi guys,
I have had loads of enquiries for childminding for september 2010 as nurseries are getting full waiting lists around here.
I know that to most people, especially when they have just had a baby, cannot afford to pay a retainer for a long time, even at 1/2 fees so I am hesitant in asking for this. How long can retainers be paid for...im sure it says on my contracts, must look...!
I had an enquiry tonight and just suggested that mum come around and meet me for an informal chat and a cuppa just to see whether she would prefer a childminding setting over a nursery as a starting point.
But going forward I have no idea what to do...any advice would be gratefully received, what would you guys do??
Should I set a precedent, charge 1/2 fees (as I planned to from the start) but risk losing people if they don't want to pay.
In your experience do parents pay if they really want the space?!
Thanks
Alz x
I have had loads of enquiries for childminding for september 2010 as nurseries are getting full waiting lists around here.
I know that to most people, especially when they have just had a baby, cannot afford to pay a retainer for a long time, even at 1/2 fees so I am hesitant in asking for this. How long can retainers be paid for...im sure it says on my contracts, must look...!
I had an enquiry tonight and just suggested that mum come around and meet me for an informal chat and a cuppa just to see whether she would prefer a childminding setting over a nursery as a starting point.
But going forward I have no idea what to do...any advice would be gratefully received, what would you guys do??
Should I set a precedent, charge 1/2 fees (as I planned to from the start) but risk losing people if they don't want to pay.
In your experience do parents pay if they really want the space?!
Thanks
Alz x