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where to find long term weekend caregiver for the young children?

im looking for long term weekend caregiver/nanny for my young child any recommendation? Thank in advance

Hi there! Finding a reliable weekend caregiver can be tricky, but a few avenues have worked well for people I know. Someone in my mum group mentioned that there are quite a few experienced caregivers who specifically advertise themselves as open to long-term weekend arrangements, some have CPR certification and years of experience in Singapore, which is reassuring. You could also look into caregiver networks and groups that match families with babysitters and nannies; they tend to have people who are flexible with weekend-only schedules. The key thing most mums I've spoken to emphasise is checking credentials (certifications, vaccinations, references) upfront, and doing a proper trial period to see how your child clicks with them before committing long-term. It does take a bit of legwork to vet, but when you find the right fit, it takes a real load off the weekends!
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Childcare/playgroup

1. Best childcare/playgroup age? 2. Should I send my girl to childcare/playgroup? 3. Full/half day? Any recommendations? Or around Tiong Bahru/Queensway area? Thanks you! Appreciate it 🙂

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Honestly, for the Tiong Bahru and Queensway area, around 18 months to 2 years old is a popular time to start playgroup, it gives them a chance to socialise before the more structured K1/K2 years, and most parents I know feel the transition is smoother when they start earlier rather than later. My neighbour brought her daughter to a playgroup in Tiong Bahru at around 2 years old and said the key thing to look out for is teacher consistency, high teacher turnover really unsettles the little ones, so it's worth asking the centre directly how long their teachers have been there. Full day versus half day really depends on your situation, half day is gentler for younger ones still adjusting, but full day works fine if the child adapts well and you need the coverage. For your area specifically, a few names that have come up are PCF Sparkletots (a few branches around Tiong Bahru), and some parents have mentioned MindChamps and My First Skool nearby, some love them for the structured curriculum, though a couple felt the class sizes could be smaller. Worth doing a personal visit to each one to get a feel for the teachers and environment, because ultimately that matters more than the brand name.
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