Overlap? No thanks!

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And situations like this (paying for full time, and not using all thier days) are why parents come regardless of whether they are at work or not. So not really sure what to offer here. You asked for advice we gave it.

I have a dad who works a number of casual jobs, and his schedule changes regularly, so he pays for the security of a space, and I MAKE ROOM for his child whether I have to cancel playgroup etc or not. These parents are PAYING for us to be available.

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I would have to agree with the other comments. As a parent, if I was paying for a full time space, I would be PISSED if I had to change days and was told I couldn't because another child was attending that day. That is MY CHILD'S SPACE to use however and whenever needed. As a provider, I would not have another child attend JUST IN CASE my child who's parents are paying for the space need to come. Asking for everyone's schedule 2 weeks in advance so you can squeeze another child in for extra income is not something I would do, personally. You are already getting paid for the full time spots. Like others said, if the child doesn't attend, that's the bonus for you, an easier day. I have a supply teacher right now who pays for full time care because she does not know her schedule ahead of time and doesn't know when the child will be attending. I get informed only the morning of a lot of the time. This may be a little different than your situation but it's along the same line. I have to leave the whole week open for that child for WHENEVER they need to come. And how could I complain? I'm getting paid for the full time spot and the child doesn't even come everyday!