What Type of Care will suit my family?
It can be a daunting task to decide which childcare option is the right one. As families grow and change the type of care that is best may change as your circumstances and your child’s requirements change.

At Poppetts our experienced team will help you find solutions. For some families it is may be a combination of care from in your home using a nanny or family/whanau member, sharing a nanny or in an educator’s home and Kindergarten or Centre based care. This care can be short or long term.

Call Poppetts Ph 376-7774 to find out how we can assist you find the best solution.
Email us on admin@poppetts.co.nz and we will send you our family application form.

What types of care does Poppetts offer?

Nanny – Caring for your child in your home - full or part time options.

Home Educator – Caring for your child in their safety checked home -full or part time options.

Nanny Share – Children from 2 families are cared for in one parent’s home – costs are shared – full and part time.

Nanny Plus 1 – Experienced nanny who is now a mum brings her child to work – costs reduced – ideal for only children.

Mother Help – works alongside parents usually a junior nanny.

Interim Care Nanny – for short term contracts, sick children/ sick parent, weekend care or when your regular child care arrangements are not available.

Supersitters – So you can enjoy an evening out confident the children are cared for by a screened and experienced sitter.

Sole Care Nanny – very experienced nannies that live in while you are away.

Post Natal Support - very experienced nannies that can be there during those early days and nights.

Corporate Care -For organisations who have family friendly programmes.

Event Care – for weddings, family functions, conferences and any where else that children may require care.

Call Poppetts on 376-7774 to discuss which care option will suit your family.

How much does this cost?

Rates depend on a number of factors so call and describe your situation and budget and we will find the solution for you.

Call Poppetts Ph 376-7774 to find which solution fits your budget .

How do you screen nannies?

Our Trustcare process is in five phases.

  1. We screen the candidate over the telephone to qualify them for an interview.
  2. We schedule an in-depth interview in our office with all applicants.
  3. The candidate completes a comprehensive 6-page application form.
  4. We check the references by holding a detailed conversation with childcare employers and a verification of education and all other types of employment.
  5. We do a comprehensive Police Check which will detail any criminal or driving offences.

At each stage the prospective Nanny, Home Educator or Super sitter must meet our criteria before passing to the next stage.

All Super sitters and InterimCare Nannies have regular follow up checks made with our clients to see that they are meeting clients and Poppetts expectations.

Call Poppetts Ph 376-7774 to find out how we can find the right care giver for your family.

Fees and Charges
For up-to-date fees please contact us today. As everyone's situation is unique, we provide special quotes that will suit your family's budget and needs.

Call Poppetts Ph 376-7774 to obtain the current costs for the various types of childcare.

Employment Contracts
Once you have offered a nanny employment we will provide an employment contract specifically designed for the unique family/nanny employment situation. We are members of the EMA we can source expert advice from their legal team.

Call Poppetts Ph 376-7774 and speak to Julie about all your employment and human resource queries.

Home PAYE
Poppetts offer an in house payroll service specifically designed for the nanny employment situation.

Call Poppetts Ph 376-7774 and speak to Paul to find out how we can take the hassles out of payroll and PAYE