The Flying Nanny
Nanny in Sandbach (also available for babysitting)
5.0
My Summary
Here For Life's Childcare Gaps...
About Me
Experienced, Flexible nanny. Specialising in ad-hoc, emergency and short-term placements. Weekends and evenings availabilities.
Hi, my name is Laurence, but I am better known as Lala by my little people.
I aspire to be the nanny families rely on when they are in a pinch, and offer reliable, high-quality care honed through an18-year long career in childcare (first as a childminder, and now as a nanny)
Calm, organised, and adaptable, with a sprinkle of wackiness (and a dusting of French accent), I pride myself on creating a safe, nurturing environment, and bringing a steady energy into busy situations. Whatever life throws at you, my goal is always the same: Happy children, relaxed parents – even at short notice.
I have extensive experience with young babies, twins, and multiple age groups, and I’m confident providing proxy parenting when families need someone to step seamlessly into their routine. I also offer wedding nanny services, ensuring little ones are properly cared for while parents enjoy their special day. I am based in Cheshire East but will travel a reasonable distance for the right family.
For families requiring extra flexibility, I quite often work alongside/in tandem with my daughter, also a babysitter/ nanny in her own right. Together we make a most formidable duo, ready to swoop in and save the day!
My Experience
* I was an OFSTED registered childminder from October 2006 to July 2023 and have always been awarded a “Good" grade on all five aspects of my childminding practice during all my Ofsted inspections.
* I took a 3-year break to help out in a family business but am now firmly back doing what I do best, nurturing inquisitive minds whilst keeping children happy and secure. (The 0-5 bracket is still my area of expertise, but I welcome enquiries for older children too.)
My Qualifications
I am DBS checked and hold a Level 3 Children and Young People's Workforce Diploma, a Paediatric First Aid Certificate, a Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene, and keep up to date with Cheshire East's Safeguarding and Welfare requirements.
I believe, that when it comes to child development, you never stop learning, and am always on the look out for ways to develop my practice and to meet, to the best of my ability, the needs and personalities of the children in my care. I attend webinars on a monthly basis, getting expert insights on any subject that catches my eye... I however naturally gravitate towards sessions supporting my own educational belief which is firmly rooted in outdoor learning.
A self confessed learning magpie, I also happily select nuggets of wisdom from other established early years pedagogies if they match my charges' varied learning styles, thus providing a truly personalised childhood experience.
My Availability
My availabilities currently revolve around evenings and weekends, but weekday slots sometimes become available, so do not hesitate to get in touch. You won’t know until you ask!
The Flying Nanny… Because Life happens.
My Fees
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
- Nannying from £16.00 per hour (gross)
* Self employed £16ph
* Nanny share £13ph per family
(max 2 families up to 4 children)
* Babysitting (from 6pm) £15ph
* Overnight tariffs to be discussed (min £60 a night, when tagged to a day rate)
*Wedding nanny package from £250
My Documents
- DBS Check (added 26/03/2025)
- Other (added 24/01/2025)
- First Aid Certificate (added 22/01/2025)
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for The Flying Nanny. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
Our daughters have been with Laurence (aka Lala) for almost 3 years and we have been delighted with the care that they've received. Laurence herself is vibrant and charismatic, Buzzing with enthusiastic, fun energy that she injects into all of the great activities that the kids get up to. Invariably the kids are out each day going to great places for walks, forest school activities, site seeing, gymnastics and much more. Lala really makes the special effort taking the kids far afield for safari and to see the reindeer at Christmas. The children both love spending time at Lalas and are so comfortable in her home setting which is equipped with all the toys and learning materials any 0 - 5 year old could desire. Truly a gem and a special find. Get in line for a space. It's worth it!
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on 28/05/2023
My child has been with Lala since she was 7 months old, after a slightly rocky start at nursery. After many tears at nursery drop off we decided we wanted a more home from home environment and opted to look into childminders. We really couldn't have found a better childminder to take good care of our baby girl. She is so settled and happy here and actually cries when its time to come home! The experiences she has are wonderful (sea life centre, farms, nature walks and many more). She has come on so much and we are constantly amazed at her development. As an early years teacher myself, I am constantly inspired with the well thought out activities in place in the home. Our child is so happy here and we couldn't ask for anything more.
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