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By even reading this article there is every chance you have already taken the first tentative steps into running and owning your very own nursery setting. If this is the case then here are just a few things to consider which may make your life easier over the coming weeks and months. The very first thing you should be doing when considering setting up a day nursery is carry our extensive research to see if there is actually a need for a pre school setting in the location you have in mind. The fact is that many would be owners assume their love of children and their passion to provide quality childcare is the most important thing but the reality is, the nursery sector, like most others, is very competitive and if you are planning on running a nursery at the same time as actually making a profit then establishing a need is crucial. And the beauty of market research is that the internet makes it easier than ever before to find out a great deal of useful information. Do a search on Google and you will automatically be given details of nurseries in the vicinity, ofsted ratings and probably even feedback and comments from parents whose children attend the local nurseries. Social networking is certainly a powerful tool when it comes to asking questions and finding out information. Once you have established a need, the next decision may involve finance as how money you have or can borrow may ultimately dictate whether you set up a brand new nursery or consider purchasing one which is already established. Clearly both have benefits and downsides. Setting up a new nursery means you can put your own stamp on things from one day but this also means finding a suitable building or plot and this is likely to mean your dream of owning a pre school setting will be more long term. If however you have or can borrow capital, an opportunity may exist to purchase a nursery already in operation. The benefits of this route is that it may already have a good reputation and staff so once the purchase is complete, you can pretty much hit the road running from day one. One potential downside is it may not be exactly what you wanted but making money immediately could far outweigh that negative. The truth is, there is no way we could cover off the numerous things you need to consider when setting up a nursery in such a small article. However, help is available in the form of websites, forums where nursery staff hang out, the media, your local council, business link and various other sources. If you have a desire to become a nursery owner then the reality is that it can be more than just a dream. Do your research, look into what finance you can generate and get involved in communities where fellow, like minded individuals share information and your knowledge of what it takes to set up a day nursery will expand and you will be far better placed to make a decision on which route is best for you. This initial planning stage can often be the difference between success and failure so do it well and make sure your first steps into the nursery world are happy ones.
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