IS THERE ENOUGH CHILD CARE AVAILABLE SHOPPERS IN BATH ? WOULD YOU LIKE MORE?
Hello Ladies and Gents (well Ladies really, lets face it despite equality us girls do most of the child care, and the shopping)
I am considering and exciting new business venture and was hoping I could get some feed back from the people who might most interested and get most benefit from my idea.
I watch families out shopping with small children, humping bags and buggies up and down escalators. Neither parents nor their charges seem to be having much fun. I thought to myself, what if the little one could be dropped off somewhere safe, with entertainment, healthy activities and caring qualified staff. How would that change the shopping experience? Or maybe give Mum some girl time or Mum and Dad a break in town?
I am planning provide a large indoor play centre catering for children ages 6 months to (say) 5 years old. But that all depends on what you want!. There will be a safe, separate section for toddlers and a baby discovery room for little one's under 1.
Baby changing facilities will available, including a microwave to warm up milk, a selection of baby food, highchairs and bouncers.
The centre may run a holiday club for children of primary age and older. They can attend both full or part days and they would be welcome to use all of the play facilities.
Parents can drop their children off from 8.30am and pick up at either 1pm, 3pm or 6pm. Hot or cold lunch is included, and dinner for those staying until 6pm.
Various themed birthday parties will available for children. Also looking to have craft days, Music Days, Dance Days etc etc
So here?s the feedback bit ? will only take a few moments of your time. I am looking for answers if you have, or have care of, children in our target range of 6 months to 5 years. But if you have older children and think you would use a facility ? please let me know below and I may have a re-think!
Its all about you
How many children do you have, or have care of?
a) Less than 12 months old b)13 to 24 months c) 24 months to 5 yrs ANSWER
I have children outside this age range and I would like a facility because??.
How often do you shop in Bath town centre?
A) Daily B) Once or twice a week C) weekly D) Less than once a month ANSWER
Do you come into Bath
a) Weekdays b) weekends c) varies ANSWER
What time would to want access to a facility
a) Before 9.00am b) 9-12 c) 12-2 d) 2-5 e) Later f) varies ANSWER
Would you be likely to use a soft play facility
a) Very likely b)Maybe c) Definitely not ANSWER
If c) why not?........
If you did use would you
a) want to stay and watch little one play b) Want to go and shop ANSWER
What would you expect/be willing to pay for a fully staffed, safe a stimulating environment per hour?
a) Less that £5 b) £6-£10 c) £11+ d) No idea ANSWER
Would you be interested in an annual membership?
a) YES b) NO
If NO, why not?
What else would you like at the centre. List all you would use
a) Daily papers b) magazines to read c) wi-fi d) Tea shop e) snacks and/or treats
Any other comments or thoughts?
Cant wait to hear from all of you.