ARE ALL YOUR PARTIES SUITABLE FOR BOTH BOYS & GIRLS?
Yes definitely, with so many different activities included in each party you are guaranteed to have something for everyone! Our parties are designed to suit both boys and girls to ensure that everyone has the best time ever. Lots of girls have had our Pirate Party, Scooby Doo Party and even our Dinosaur Party!
HOW DO I KNOW WHICH PARTY TO CHOOSE?
Does your child have a favorite character or TV programme? If so, then we probably have this as one of our themed parties. If you are unsure of what will suit your child, then give us a call and we will be happy to advise you. We can even tailor a party to create the perfect party for your child, with disco, puppet show, face painting, balloon modeling, bubble machine, games and action dancing, you can even have your child’s favorite character turn up for a visit! With so many options to choose from we are sure to be able to create the best party for you child But don’t take our word for it just take a look at our Facebook Page “Funtastic Parties” to view the amazing feedback parents give us after every party, everyone loves our parties!
HOW FAR IN ADVANCE DO I NEED TO BOOK MY PARTY?
You will need to book your party as soon as possible, as we do get fully booked fairly quickly. Your party invites will also need to be sent out in plenty of time to give parents time to reply. Also early notice will help stop the risk of someone else from your child’s class organizing their birthday party at the same time as yours! It is advisable to ask for an RSVP and also collect as many telephone numbers from parents at the school as you can, then a week or so before your party you can send a “text” to remind them.
WHO SHOULD I INVITE?
It is up to you. We don’t put a limit on the amount of children you can invite to your party, so you don’t have to worry about leaving someone out. Some parties include the whole class and other parties are more select with just a handful of close friends, but whichever the case, you are sure to have an amazing party with us.
DO I REALLY NEED A CHILDRENS ENTERTAINER?
A children’s entertainer is almost an expected feature of a birthday party today. If you want a stress free party with all children entertained then the answer is definatly YES. Left to their own devices, with no entertainment the children (especially the boys, they seem to have far more energy than the girls) will end up fighting, sliding on their knees and climbing over anything! So if you want a hassle free party with magical memories for everyone, then the answer is definitely to book a childrens entertainer but remember always book a recommended entertainer or check their facebook page for feedback.
If there isn’t much feedback then don’t book them!!
SHOULD I HAVE MY PARTY AT HOME OR HIRE A VENUE?
All depends on the number of children you invite and the size of you home. If you are having an intimate party for a dozen or so children then a party at home might be a good option for you, we do lots of house parties. If you have two smaller rooms in your house then it is a good idea to have the food set out in one room and our entertainment in the other. If you are having a larger party and inviting the class, then it would be advisable to hire a hall, this will not only give you more room for dancing and games but also save your house from all the mess!
SHOULD PARENTS STAY AT THE PARTY?
With younger children and shy children the answer is definitely yes. Our parties provide a great opportunity for children and parents to both have a great time together. Lots of parents comment that they enjoy our parties just as much as the children!
WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO HOLD MY PARTY?
All depends on the age of the children and whether you are well organized. For young children, a morning party is often the best choice as some of the younger children get tired and take naps in the afternoon. We have also found that morning parties are better attended, perhaps this is because it still leaves the afternoon for other parents to do what they need to do on the weekend.
If your child is older, then an afternoon party is great. It leaves you lots of time to prepare! Another alternative is an afterschool party which are also very well attended and are becoming more and more popular. We also give a discount on our afterschool parties.
DO I NEED TO BUY PRIZES FOR THE PARTY?
No, with all our parties, the games we play are non elimination games, so no child is “out” or a “looser”, we only have “winners” in our parties! We have found from past experience, that if one child wins a prize and another child doesn’t, then you can have tantrums and tears, even with some of the older children! So for this reason all your guests are treated exactly the same and receive a modeled balloon prize at the end of the party, especially for them. The only exception is for the birthday child, of course, who is made to feel extra special!
HOW LONG DOES OUR ENTERTAINER NEED TO SET UP THE EQUIPMENT?
We need 30 min’s, so you will need to book your venue for half an hour prior to your party start time to allow the entertainer to set up. You will probably need this time yourself to set the tables and food out for your party. After the party has finished, the entertainer will need around 15 mins to pack away. Again you will probably use this time yourself to clean up after your party guests.
SHOULD I PROVIDE PARTY BAGS FOR THE CHILDREN AT MY BIRTHDAY PARTY?
Party bags or favors are now an expected feature at birthday parties and you will have a lot of disappointed children at the end of the party if you do not provide them. A good tip is to put a piece of birthday cake into your party bag, this will help make your party bag nice and full! Also, don’t forget to keep a party bag for the birthday child, even though they would have had lots of presents they will still look forward to a party bag at the end of their party!
IS THERE A FOOD BREAK IN THE PARTY?
Yes, usually halfway through the party. The party entertainer will run through the party itinerary with you on arrival. For after school parties, the food break is usually after the first half an hour of the party as the children are always very hungry coming home from school