TARKA Mannying & Nannying
TARKA’s Mannying & Nannying service offers families a premium, movement-led approach to childcare, delivered by our highly trained TARKA Instructors. Created for parents who want more than traditional childcare, our instructors provide a blend of structured developmental play, active adventures, and imaginative experiences — both at home and out in the world.
Our instructors are energetic, engaging, and specialists in early childhood development. They design purposeful sessions that build coordination, confidence, resilience, and social skills through joyful movement and play. Whether indoors, outdoors, or exploring the local area, each experience is tailored to the child’s age, interests, and developmental stage.
TARKA care is flexible and dynamic:
- At home:developmental games, obstacle courses, imaginative play, skill-building activities, and calm, confidence-boosting routines.
- Out and about:park sessions, playground trips, nature walks, museum visits, creative outings, and active adventures that bring learning to life.
- Travel and holidays:consistent, trusted support for families on UK or overseas trips.
- Regular or ad-hoc from one-off afternoons to ongoing weekly support.
- No last-minute stressShould your usual instructor be unavailable, we’ll ensure a trusted replacement steps in so you’re never left in a pickle.
Every booking includes a TARKA Instructor who can confidently lead sessions, manage routines, and create uplifting, enriching moments wherever the day takes them.
TARKA Mannying & Nannying is ideal for families who want:
- Expert instructors delivering structured, developmental play
- Active childcare that goes beyond the home environment
- Safe, purposeful outings and outdoor adventures
- Support during term time, weekends, holidays, and travel
- A premium, reliable, movement-focused childcare experience
We work closely with each family to understand routines, preferences, and goals, ensuring a seamless fit into daily life. With TARKA, children enjoy meaningful movement, creative exploration, and joyful experiences — all supported by an instructor they trust and love spending time with.
Mannying & Nannying FAQ’s
Yes. All TARKA Instructors receive extensive training in early childhood development, safeguarding, behaviour management, and TARKA’s developmental movement methodology. They are experienced in working with children across our core age range.
Absolutely. Every instructor holds an enhanced DBS check and undergoes regular safeguarding training in line with best practice.
Our Mannying & Nannying service typically supports children aged 18 months to 8 years, aligning with our developmental programme. We can tailor sessions for siblings of mixed ages.
Where possible, yes. Many of our instructors have experience supporting children with a range of additional needs. We encourage parents to discuss any specific requirements so we can match you with the right instructor.
Yes. Outings are a key part of the service. Instructors can take children to parks, playgrounds, local walks, soft play, museums, and age-appropriate adventures, always following our safety protocols and with parental permission.
Our instructors bring small pieces of TARKA kit suitable for indoor and outdoor activities. For outings, we use the natural environment and age-appropriate spaces to create engaging movement experiences.
Yes. TARKA offers travel support for families in the UK and abroad, subject to availability. Travel arrangements and accommodation for the instructor are discussed during the booking process.
We offer flexible booking options, from a single afternoon to full-day support or regular weekly care. Minimum bookings may apply depending on location and season.
Yes, consistency is important. We always aim to pair families with the same instructor whenever possible.
Simply contact the TARKA team with your preferred dates, times, location, and any details about your child. We’ll recommend a suitable instructor and confirm the booking once availability is secured.
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