The ladies and gents here are not just “carers.” They are vibe detectives. They know when a child needs a hug or a dance break.
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One staff member taught a two-year-old the moonwalk. The child now refuses to walk normally. He shuffles everywhere. It’s the best thing you’ll ever see.
These teachers are trained in early years education. But more importantly, they have a weird, wonderful sense of humor. They’ll sing ‘Baby Shark’ without a hint of irony.
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Morning drop-off is a chaos ballet. One kid arrives wearing a superhero cape over his raincoat. Another is clutching a stuffed carrot. No one bats an eye.
They do “yoga” sessions where the children pretend to be trees. One tree falls over and laughs. The instructor helps the tree back up. It’s adorable and completely pointless, and that’s the point.
Snack time is a negotiation. “I only eat orange things today.” The staffers accept this. They offer him sweetcorn and cheese puffs. It’s diplomacy on a plate.
