With summer well and truly upon us, you may be thinking about pitching a stand at the local fete or summer fair, to help market your brand and business. Or you might even be thinking of one of the bigger family summer festivals like CarFest. We chatted with business owner Kristine Monaghan, founder of the…
If you have been dealing with a quiet patch in your baby or toddler classes this term, then we have 3 simple ideas for you to try. First of all,…
Recently, we were lucky to be joined by guest expert, Cerys Keneally, who gave us an incredibly useful talk on the best method for approaching nurseries and stand out from…
What is Makaton and why is it something you should start using in your baby and toddler classes? Recently, we were lucky to be joined by guest expert, Jen Ellison…
So, you’ve decided to start taking online bookings for your baby and toddler classes? Congratulations! Using a booking system is a great way to grow your business, keep those lovely…
If you’ve just started running your baby and toddler classes, you might not be thinking about using a booking system. Maybe you ask families to reserve a spot via DMs…
Want to feature your baby or toddler class in Happity marketing? Team Happity are always trying to think of new ways to get baby and toddler classes to expand their…
Looking for marketing tools as a business beginner? As a baby or toddler class provider, you want to find ways to get extra exposure for your business and work on…
Not sure what to add to your terms and conditions? When it comes to running your own business, it’s key to make sure that you have clear policies, procedures and…
Don’t know where to start when it comes to your first Instagram Reel? We get it. You already have so many things you need to do when running your small…
How do you complete risk assessments for your baby and toddler classes? Even though baby and toddler classes are informal, they must still be safe places for volunteers, class leaders,…
Running low on content ideas for your social media? Hey, look, we get it. Social media management is a full-time job on its own, and when you’re running a small…
Why do you need to take out insurance for your baby and toddler group? And what kind of insurance do you need to consider for it? Legal documentation can be…
As a class provider for baby and toddler activities, you play a crucial role in shaping early memories for little ones. And for parents too! It’s unmissable and crucially important…
Blogging is a great way to market your classes in a way that is cost-effective and informative while building your brand. Starting a blog for your business is a great…
Want to build a great newsletter for your baby class but don’t know where to start? In today’s fast-paced digital world, effective communication is key to success, especially for small…
You might have already seen the recent ‘Hidden Gems’ report from the Early Years Alliance – in which three quarters of baby and toddler group leaders said their costs had…
How do you keep your baby class listing on Happity fresh each term? When it comes to your class listing, it’s important to check your classes are up to date…
Do you let your business sit idly by over the Summer holidays? We totally get it. The school holidays are for you and your loved ones. One of the main…
Now that we’re moving onto the warmer months, the idea may have crossed your mind as an activity provider to organise an outdoor special baby class at some point over…
The cost of living crisis is affecting us all, and increased costs are affecting families & small businesses alike. Chances are that it is hitting you as a small business…
What does Burnout look like as a class provider, and what can you do about it? It’s Mental Health Week, and with a theme of ‘Anxiety’, we wanted to touch…
What are some of the signs that a parent in your activity is struggling with their mental health? And how can you, as a class provider, help them? At Happity,…
A good class description is key to getting more bums on mats in your activities. People are easily deterred, and if parents come to your page only to be faced…
What do class providers need to include in their Privacy Policy? As a business, it is absolutely essential to have a privacy policy in place to protect the privacy of…
In his recent Budget 2023 speech in the House of Commons, The Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, has announced that 30 hours of funded childcare is to be put in place for…
Standing out as a business can be tricky. But if you learn about how SEO works in favour of your class listing, you’ll see long-term results.
Considering offering free trials but are not quite sure if they’re worth it for your baby classes? This will help you weigh the pros and cons.