Time to Go

**angeldelight** · 24-03-2008, 10:19 AM

I have tried that with the phone

I have got my daughter to call my number - the parent stands there and asks me who it is - then waits for me to tell her about the conversation haha

I have really tried everything

xx

Pipsqueak · 24-03-2008, 10:22 AM

Perhaps we should all take each others numbers and ring each other at certain times!!!

**tinkerbell_85** · 24-03-2008, 12:36 PM

i like the mobile phone idea, that can't not leave then can they?

**berkschick** · 24-03-2008, 01:08 PM

Its so annoying isnt it?

M Das is exactly the same. She is booked with me until 6pm but he arrives anywhere between 5.15pm and 6.15pm. She is also the last to go so I cant get away with the him not being around other mindees excuse.

G dad is the model parent. He comes into the hall to put her in the c****at and collect her bag then he is off. He has never hung around. We briefly chat about her day while he is sorting her out.

I have learnt with M Dad now to be on the ball and grab her coat (and her if I can) as I am answering the door to him. I have her shoes on ready from about 5pm just incase! He hasnt been half as bad recently thank goodness as out of the 7 sets of parents, he is the one I cant get on with!

**Minnie Minx** · 24-03-2008, 01:09 PM

Originally Posted by angeldelight

I have tried that with the phone

I have got my daughter to call my number - the parent stands there and asks me who it is - then waits for me to tell her about the conversation haha

I have really tried everything

xx

you haven't tried me!! i'll come to brum and i guarantee she won't stand there talking again

xxx

**jmoff** · 24-03-2008, 01:21 PM

Originally Posted by ajs

i have one mum who likes to talk and she sort of creeps further and further into the house but when i've had enough i pick up the lo and just walk to the door open it and say right mummmy needs to go home now and i need a wee
see you tomorrow.

it always works for me and i don't think it offends mum

this i a great idea!

I always say they had better hurry up because of parking attendants so that they wouldnt get a ticket...

I have also tried saying..."ok I have to go shopping now so I see you tomorrow " and the mum wanted to come with me!!!!!!!!!

Jana x

**manjay** · 24-03-2008, 01:41 PM

Originally Posted by sarahnev707

It has been brought to my attention that, for Fire Regulations and to fulfil Ofsted requirements, anyone who is not CRB checked for or registered to be on my premises must sign themselves in and out using my Visitors Book.

Therefore, from now on, if any parents wish to enter the house at the beginning or end of the day for longer than a quick 5 minute doorstep chat, I will have to enforce this regulation.

Please remember that my overtime charges are £xxx per 15 minutes.

I am always happy to chat by email/text/phone if you have concerns about your child.

You won't sue me for copyright if I use this, will you?

Obviously I will amend OFSTED to CSSIW but it sounds just what I am looking for for my newsletter

amanda xx

**emler** · 24-03-2008, 02:16 PM

Theresa - can you pop up to Edinburgh on Fridays at around 1pm please to shift a chatty mother from my house please????????????

Emler x

**angeldelight** · 24-03-2008, 02:45 PM

Come on then Theresa I need your help on a Tuesday - Wedn - Thurs and Friday

I have even had family visit when she is here but she still does not go

Some parents just can not take a hint ha

xx

Pipsqueak · 24-03-2008, 04:01 PM

Can I book you too please Minx???? How much do you charge to be the Parent Shifter (that sounds really ominous). Will any of us have any mindees left though????? lol

**sarah707** · 24-03-2008, 05:34 PM

Originally Posted by manjay

You won't sue me for copyright if I use this, will you?

Obviously I will amend OFSTED to CSSIW but it sounds just what I am looking for for my newsletter

amanda xx

**Cammie Doodle** · 24-03-2008, 06:51 PM

You could come here too Theresa, in fact that could be your new profession The Parent Shifter

**deeb66** · 25-03-2008, 02:14 PM

I have a very simple solution to all your problems!

Block the doorway....don't let them in.....have the kids ready with coat and shoes on before you answer the door!

Give them 2 mins at the door and then say "sorry got to go see you tomorrow, wave and shut the dorr!

Works for me!

**Minnie Minx** · 25-03-2008, 05:24 PM

Angel i'll spend the day with you and i promise to get rid of the parent. Like i said before i'm a tough cookie and after dealing with asylum seekers threatening to kill me i can deal with anything lol.

I agree with Dee, block the door, get the kids ready and hand them over and say "have a nice evening, see you tomorrow" gently push the child out of the door/hand him over to the parent if a baby and then shut it. Don't give the parent the chance to engage in conversation. Be brief, confident and business like. If there are any concerns about the child's behaviour then of course you've got to talk to the parent but be firm. If need be say that you're breaking your ofstead and insurance regulations by working overtime so you really must go or you will have to charge overtime for every 15 minutes you spend talking.

xx

**wendywu** · 25-03-2008, 05:37 PM

I find "will you please just S*D OFF" works well for me.

only joking

My husband says to me "oh we are heating up the road now are we" as parents stand on the door step talking as i am trying to close the door.

**Banana** · 25-03-2008, 05:56 PM

Hope you all manage to get your parents out on time soon!!

good luck!!

Mine arent too bad just now so i really feel sorry for you all
xx

**Twinkles** · 25-03-2008, 07:09 PM

My husband is the one who makes it worse !!! He joins in the chatting, I stand there and give him evils but he's just oblivious. No matter how often I tell him about it afterwards he can't seem to help it.

**deeb66** · 26-03-2008, 03:04 PM

Originally Posted by wendywu

I find "will you please just S*D OFF" works well for me.

only joking

My husband says to me "oh we are heating up the road now are we" as parents stand on the door step talking as i am trying to close the door.

If the parents manage to engage me in conversation that is what Nigel shouts out.

When I shut the door he grins and says...."works everytime"

**ma7ie** · 26-03-2008, 03:32 PM

It's started happening to me just recently. A parent staying just a bit too long for my liking. Thing is it is happening gradually - a couple of minutes longer per day. Last week she even started playing with the child on my living room rug.

My problem is that I only have a porch and then straight into my living room and when she first started coming she only stayed for a quick chat so it was never a problem.