I was thinking that it would be a good business idea to rent out my toddler playroom for an hourly rate for people to meet for playgroups. Would people actually pay for something like this? I'm thinking of people who live in small apartments or don't want to mess up their house - or something for kids to do when the weather isn't good for outside play.
2006-06-13 07:19:14 · 7 answers · asked by AlongthePemi 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I would have activities and craft ideas for different age groups and the caregivers would have to remain on the premises with their children. I'm sure the liability would be similar to day care but I would be providing space and activities only, not childcare.
2006-06-13 07:43:11 · update #1
Oh, and I'd also start the business up as an LLC which protects me to some extent.
2006-06-13 07:50:37 · update #2
I got some god honest answers but not enough of them to give me a good idea either way if there is a sufficient demand for this. I got the idea for it because a local daycare offers her playspace for our playgroup to use when a particular mom wants to host (she can't because of work being done on her house). I'll keep the question open for a couple more days to see what I can get but I'll also check it out locally, too. We have had some pretty cold winters and nasty rainy days here so I was thinking something like this would be nice to have.
2006-06-16 01:40:18 · update #3
The only way I think people would pay for something like that is if you had art supplies and fun stuff for them to do and take home. I would be careful doing that, however, because if a child or parent gets hurt on your property, you could be held liable. Signed releases may not be legal in personal injury liability claims.
2006-06-13 07:25:52 · answer #1 · answered by Kelly B 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that if you were renting running and watching the kids for play group and maybe having a friend or someone assist you it may work but to rent out the space naw prob not and thats just because one theres the park schools and at least one mom out of the group will offer up their home expec to save money the only way i can see it working is if its dirt cheap and you all have some sort of activities planned but you may for your own protection do it with people you know. thats another thing too i dont know how people will react to comming to someones home that they dont know for play dates . do it by referral and who knows i may see you on tv talking bout how much money you made renting out one room for kids!
2006-06-13 07:41:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. There are parks, spray grounds, restaurant play areas, mall play areas and so many free places to go, I'd never pay. Plus, most playgroups are free and members take turns hosting at their home, so why pay to go to someone's house?
2006-06-13 08:18:33 · answer #3 · answered by Beth 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd think you would open yourself up for huge liability by doing this. But hey worth a shot right?
2006-06-13 07:22:56 · answer #4 · answered by monger187 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
honestly i wouldn't. it would be hard to draw the line with friends. maybe if you did it as a business and kept it that way but other than that i think it's a bad idea.
2006-06-13 07:24:58 · answer #5 · answered by origchick 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes if i have to
2006-06-13 07:24:30 · answer #6 · answered by shamsayasmin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nope, sorry.
2006-06-13 07:46:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋