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Would you leave an almost 13 year old home alone… until 10pm?

103 replies

WizardofCoz · 12/05/2025 20:55

Hi folks,
I always pay a babysitter (neighbour) to babysit for my almost 13 year old child.
A friend has offered me a ticket to an event I really want to go to - babysitter can’t do that eve, child is adamant they will be fine.
I’ll happily leave them alone for a few hours but has never been later than 8pm, would be home around 10pm for this one.
No other babysitter options & it’s a school night so no sleepover options.
We know all our neighbours & child feels very safe in our flat (v secure block)
WWYD?

OP posts:
Ablondiebutagoody · 12/05/2025 20:57

Yes. I don't see what difference 10pm makes from 8pm

SugarandSpiceandAllThingsNaice · 12/05/2025 20:57

They will be fine unless SEN or untrustworthy/irresponsibld.

I was babysitting up to 4 younger children/babies by myself from age 12, so that is undoubtedly influencing my response.

monicagellerbing · 12/05/2025 20:55

Yes I would so long as they know what to do in an emergency and you will be contactable all evening.