Holiday Parties Are Better With Childcare
The year’s most event-packed season is upon us, and while the office team might be excited to celebrate at the holiday party, parent-employees often get stuck in a conundrum: what to do with the kids? On-site corporate childcare removes that barrier so everyone – kids and adults – can actually enjoy the celebration. Here’s how Smart Sitting customizes seamless, high-quality childcare experiences for corporate events of all sizes.
The Benefits of On-Site Childcare for Corporate Events
The obvious upside of on-site childcare during corporate events is: more fun for everyone. But if you break it down, it’s so much more.
Having childcare-focused event staff at your holiday party:
Increases attendance and lets parents truly participate instead of juggling supervision.
Shows employees that their company genuinely supports families.
Gives kids a fun, engaging environment rather than being bored, overstimulated, or left out (and tugging on your sleeve to go home early).
Creates a relaxed, festive atmosphere for everyone – adults enjoy the event, and kids have a celebration of their own.
“Every year, our clients tell us the same thing: having childcare on-site made it possible for more employees to show up, and they were able to enjoy the party more. For a lot of companies, it’s a complete game-changer.”
Collin, Smart Sitting’s Corporate Care Specialist
How Smart Sitting Makes Event Childcare Effortless
"We've been fortunate enough to work with the wonderful team at Smart Sitting for the past 3 years and look forward to many more. Thanks to them, our employees and families are truly able to enjoy our holiday events with peace of mind. The Smart Sitters have all been incredibly friendly, reliable, and professional and the staff are extremely thoughtful about the program they run for the children."
Yoko Lopez, Associate, Human Resources, Mitusi Fudosan America
As a metropolitan nanny agency with nearly two decades under our belt, we know what it takes to get all the moving pieces of childcare to come together. We also know how great it is when it does.
No matter if you’re hiring a nanny for your home or event care for your team, peace of mind should be the bare minimum – we think knock-your-socks-off-fun should come included, too. Smart Sitting’s caregivers are fully vetted, experienced with kids in group settings, and ready to keep children safe, engaged, and happy, all at once!
Every SmartSitter is a fully vetted, W-2 employee, hired and paid by us. They’ve all gone through extensive background checks, in-person interviews, CPR/First Aid certification, and harassment prevention training. Smart Sitting also manages liability, workers’ comp, and insurance coverage, giving HR teams and event planners complete peace of mind.
Customize, customize, customize
The secret to our success in events around the city lies in our individually tailored event plans. Just as when we help you hire a nanny or sitter for your home, we make sure to get to know your company’s needs and values in order to give any partying kiddos the best possible night (and, by extension, their parents too!). We can arrange plans for anything from general supervision to bringing the whole circus.
Our event sitters can:
Supervise, lead activities, or design a full themed children’s program.
Bring materials, crafts, games, and activities appropriate for the age range and size of the group.
Do you need a clown? We’ll make it happen. Want a classically trained actor to stage a mini-musical or a craft pro to cut out magical snowflakes out of colorful paper? We’ve got you. Whether it’s a small office gathering or a large corporate holiday party, Smart Sitting ensures the kids’ experience is as thoughtfully curated as the adult one. Honestly, doesn’t that sound like it might even be a little more fun than sitting at the grown-ups table?
“Honestly, the kids’ space becomes its own mini-event. And parents love knowing their children are having just as much fun as they are. It’s a win-win for everyone!”
Collin, Smart Sitting’s Corporate Care Specialist
Getting Set Up in 1-2-3
Tell us your needs: date, location, number of children, ages, general event vibe, dream activities.
Our team builds a plan, setting appropriate staffing levels, designing activity options, materials, and catering to any special accommodations – we can provide caregivers with special needs experience, infant experience, or experience running an entire camp
Our caregivers arrive early, set up the space, and engage the kiddos so that everyone can have a great, festive time. Now that’s a happy holiday.
Can Smart Sitting Help at Your Holiday Event?
If you’re looking for a childcare solution at your company’s holiday party, look no further. Each holiday event is designed around what your company wants. We can tailor everything to your team’s needs, the venue, and the group of children attending.
And if you’re trying to convince a manager or events coordinator at your company that this is the way to go this holiday season (or anytime you have an event!), send them this link with all the information they need.
Psst. Holiday weekends and December party dates fill quickly, so booking early ensures you get the ideal team and setup for your company celebration. Reach out to us today to get started!