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We want to find the UK’s Best Nurseries as voted by parents across the country, so we have created a short survey for all parents of nursery school children to complete. Click here to complete the survey and have your say!

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The Nanny Diary -
Special Offer for Best Bear Members
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Save 10% today on the The N.E.S.T. Accredited Course in Postnatal Care (Maternity Nursing)
when you quote 'Best Bear' when booking your course. Find out more here....
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Nannies - are you interested in talking in a group with other nannies about your experiences - the highs and lows - of nannying?

The national nanny survey is now available online
The Social Issues Research Centre (SIRC) has been commissioned by the Children's Workforce Development Council (CWDC) - in association with the National Childminding Association (NCMA) and VOICE The Union - to carry out a research project on the roles, responsibilities, needs and aspirations of the nanny workforce in England.
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Daycare Trust - 2009 Childcare Costs Survey
28 January 2009
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Professional Nanny of the Year 2009

Literary Witch Comes of Age – 21st Anniversary of Pongwiffy
We have copies of 'Pongwiffy - Back On Track' to give away today...
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Sexual discrimination against male nannies?
by Sam Kelly, Kids Matter
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Thinking of setting up a nanny agency yourself?

Are you providing nanny services in Scotland?
All childcare and nanny agencies, no matter where their office is based, providing services in Scotland must be registered with the Care Commission. For more information, see the Care Commission website
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Special Educational Needs - A Parents Guide By Antonia Chitty and Victoria Dawson
Review of this new book & special discount offer for Best Bear members
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Delicious low salt recipes from Best Bear Expert Christine Bailey's new book
Best Bear members can buy the book for just £5 including postage. See some recipes and buy the book here...
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Save 10% at keepembusy.com
Special offer for childminders and nannies
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