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All About diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley

May 24, 2022 by Helena Rigby Leave a Comment

 

diddi dance franchisee Kirsty who runs diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley recently became fully accredited by the Children’s Activity Association. To read all about her recent achievement just click here.

Because of this success, we at diddi dance wanted to take the time to tell you all about Kirsty and diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley:

 

 

 

How long have you been with diddi dance?

Since January 2022 (almost 5 months)

What did you do before joining diddi dance?

Head of dance in secondary school for 11 years.

 

What do you love most about diddi dance and running your own business?

I love teaching dance to children and love being my own boss.

What has been the best thing that has happened to you because of diddi dance?

Having a better work life balance for my children and family.

What has been a highlight for you since taking on your diddi dance?

Gaining nursery contracts so quickly.

What is something you are looking forward to as you continue with your diddi dance franchise?

Building my class sizes and building my business name across my territory.

What do you enjoy most about your diddi dance?

The children’s faces, energy and enthusiasm in classes. I also love the support from all the diddi dance franchise and franchisees.

What do you enjoy most about being your own Boss?

I can work hours that suit me and can make decisions to best suit my business.

What does the CAA accreditation mean to you?

It means I can proudly let all my parents/careers and nursery settings know that their children are in the

safest possible hands. Having this award helps my business as its a highly accredited award.

And finally, what is your favourite diddi dance theme and why?

I’ve not explored them all yet but I have to say I loved my first one – hip hop  as its one of my favourite styles and the children loved it.

 

   

 

diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley currently has multiple classes running across their exclusive area. They are as follows. Contact Kirsty directly if you’d like to attend a class. 

Mondays

  • 10.00-10.45am at The Arncliffe Centre, Halewood, L25 9PA

Tuesdays

  • 9.30-10.15am at The Old Schoolhouse, Huyton, L36 0UX
  • 1.30-3pm at Little Angels Roby, 2a Cassino Road, Huyton, L36 7UX (fortnightly alternating with Thursdays)

Thursdays

  • 9.30-10.15am at Cronton Methodist Chapel Hall, Widnes, WA8 4NT

Fridays

  • 10.30-11.15am at he Cornerstone Centre, West Derby, L12 7JN

Saturdays

  • 9.00-9.45am at Holly Lodge Girls College, West Derby, L12 7LE

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diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley receives CAA Gold Accreditation

May 24, 2022 by Helena Rigby Leave a Comment

The team at diddi dance, the brand behind the much loved preschool dance classes, are extremely proud to announce their franchise diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley has achieved Gold accreditation from the Children’s Activities Association (CAA). The CAA is the only not-for-profit, industry-led association to set and raise standards in all organised children’s activities across the UK and this achievement clearly showcases the team at diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley’s passion for excellence.

Set-up by leading industry experts in 2015, including diddi dance Founder Anne-Marie Martin, the establishment of the CAA (a Community Interest Company) has revolutionised the children’s activities sector. After Anne-Marie completed the accreditation process for diddi dance in 2016, she decided to offer the same accreditation to each diddi dance Franchise. This past month Anne-Marie & diddi dance were thrilled to personally accredit franchisee Kirsty Barker and her franchise diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley

Over 200,000 children a week now attend a CAA member activity and it is a truly fantastic endorsement for diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley to be part of this ground-breaking national initiative. Kirsty’s commitment to achieving Gold for her franchise shows her dedication to demonstrate to her industry peers and her fellow diddi dance franchisees that she excels at what she does as well as giving her parents the reassurance they deserve when selecting the best classes for their little ones.

Kirsty opened diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley  at the beginning of this year, January 2022, and now runs numerous classes in the area, and is working really hard to make it into one of the most recognisable diddi dance brands in the nation. Becoming a Gold accredited member of the CAA is the latest achievement in the brand’s success story supporting dancing toddlers weekly.

It is staggering to learn that before the CAA, there was no national, independent association in the UK for the children’s activity sector as a whole. Through the development of the CAA Code of Practice and via their thorough accreditation, for the first time, parents can now easily make simple, informed decisions when choosing from the wealth of children’s activities out there. Just by asking whether the provider is a CAA member, a parent or carer can get reassurance on important issues such as insurance, health and safety, criminal record checks, training, qualifications, class content and much more.

As one parent said regarding the CAA –

With so many clubs and classes to choose from it’s so hard to know which are the best and what I should be asking when I leave my children in the care of a class leader. In the past I just wrongly assumed kids’ activities must have to be regulated. Knowing that the CAA has asked those important questions to help keep my child safe is fantastic – so now I just look for their logo!”

Having achieved Gold CAA accreditation means that diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley has been independently verified as having met or exceeded all the necessary elements of the CAA Code of Practice. This accomplishment offers parents peace of mind when selecting an activity from the myriad of providers out there.

Anne-Marie, commented on the accreditation process and Kirsty’s success:

“We are so proud of Kirsty’s determination and drive to achieve gold so quickly since starting her diddi dance. She has shown amazing drive, proving she is running an outstanding business.”

Adding to this Kirsty of diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley said:

“I’m so pleased to have now achieved my gold CAA accreditation. Knowing I’ve achieved the highest level means I can proudly let all my parents/carers and nursery settings know that their children are in the safest possible hands. Having this award helps build my business as I am able to say with confidence that I have the support of the diddi dance franchise and CAA which are highly commended in the industry. Whether it be health and safety, child safeguarding, criminal record checks, qualifications or training I have completed them to the highest standard.”

Congratulations again to Kirsty and her franchise. If you would like more information about diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley visit the Facebook page here or read all about them by clicking here

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diddi dance Sunderland attends the Club Hub Awards 2022

May 18, 2022 by Helena Rigby Leave a Comment

Last weekend, Dani from diddi dance Sunderland attended the Club Hub Awards 2022 in Birmingham, where she met with so many other wonderful children’s activity providers.

Dani made it as a finalist for ‘Franchisee of the Year’.

We are so proud of Dani and her achievement, as she only launched her franchise just a few months ago.

Congratulations to all the winners .

   

 

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diddi dance is a Sponsor of the What’s on 4 Kids Awards 2022

May 12, 2022 by Helena Rigby

We are very proud to be a sponsor of the What’s On 4 Kids Awards 2022 🤩

📣 Voting is now open! 📣

Thank you to everyone that nominated us, we are so excited to have 5 diddi dance nominations through voting this year.

Most loved music, dance or performing arts activity

diddi dance Sunderland

diddi dance Southampton

diddi dance Bexley & Dartford

diddi dance Central & North Liverpool & South Knowsley

 

 

Most loved activity leader or business manager – North England

Dani Meighen diddi dance Sunderland

 

Please do show our franchisees your support and vote here 💙 💙 💙

Congratulations and good luck to the nominees in the diddi dance sponsored category ‘Franchisor or Independent with more than 20 leaders overall’

Mini Athletics
Toddler Sense UK
Tumble Tots – Kids Activities

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diddi dance on the UK’s Top 100 Franchise List for 2022

March 11, 2022 by Helena Rigby

On Thursday we had the pleasure of attending the Elite Franchise Top 100  awards event. A fabulous evening, so lovely to be back in person and celebrating with friends and colleagues from the industry.

We are so proud to be on the Elite Franchise list of UK’s Top 100 Franchises 2022 🏆🤩

This is our fifth year appearing in the top 100 and we are delighted to have maintained this in 2022 #EF100 💗💙💚

Thank you to all our franchisees for their continued hard work making our network a success 🎉

If you would like to know more about joining our award-winning, family friendly, supportive network, we would love to hear from you so check here for more information💗💙💚

 

 

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diddi dance wins at the What’s on 4 Kids Awards 2021

November 29, 2021 by Helena Rigby

Last Thursday we had the honour of attending a truly magical evening at the Warner Bros. Studios Tour London where the What’s On 4 Kids Awards 2021 took place celebrating the children’s activities industry, with headline sponsor Morton Michel.

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Anne-Marie Martin, founder of diddi dance, won ‘Industry Champion of the Year’ award and was highly commended for ‘Remarkable Achievement within the Pandemic’ award 🏆 🏆 

diddi dance Bexley & Dartford joined for the evening as finalist in the ‘Most Loved Music, Dance or Performing Arts Activity’

Thank you to the whole of What’s on 4 Kids team, all the event sponsors and a massive congratulations to all the award winners and finalists.

                                                              

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diddi dance Finalist in Workbuzz 2021 Best Franchise Awards

October 29, 2021 by Helena Rigby

We are thrilled to announce that we are Finalists in the WorkBuzz 2021 Best Franchise Awards, sponsored by Lloyds Bank 🌟

These awards are unique because they are based on feedback from franchisees – meaning they highlight the best franchises out there!

To be considered, Franchisors must have taken part in the Franchise Satisfaction Benchmark programme alongside Franchisees completing a confidential online survey, rating their Franchisor on qualities such as initial training, ongoing support, their relationship with the franchisor, and whether they would recommend the franchise to a prospective franchisee.

We are proud our Franchisor was top-performing and has been put forward as a finalist in the Best Franchise Awards 🤩

Thank you to our diddi dance crew for your time completing the survey and congratulations to Anne-Marie Martin, founder, for becoming a finalist 💚💗💙

 

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diddi dance finalists in the What’s On 4 Kids Awards 2021

September 29, 2021 by Helena Rigby

We’re over the magical moon to announce that Anne-Marie Martin, founder of diddi dance and diddi dance Bexley & Dartford are FINALISTS in the 15th National Whats On 4 Kids Activities 2021 Awards with headline sponsor Morton Michel.

This is the fifteenth year the awards are taking place and has received a massive 45,000 votes and nominations which is a reflection of how important children’s activities providers are to parents.

🏆 Anne-Marie is a finalist in two categories:

  • The ‘Steve Franks’ Industry Champion of the Year sponsored by The Children’s Activities Association
  • Remarkable Achievement within the Pandemic sponsored by Trustist

🏆 diddi dance Bexley & Dartford is finalist in:

  • Most Loved Music, Dance or Performing Arts Activity – Franchise or License Territory

 

The event will be held at Warner Bros. Studios Tour London where all eight Harry Potter films were made with the awards ceremony in the original Hogwarts Great Hall film set with fine dining, an exclusive tour and dessert on Platform 9 ¾™!

We cannot wait to attend. Thank you to everyone that nominated and voted for us.

For more information about the awards see here and wish us luck for the big night!

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diddi dance at the Club Hub Awards 2021

September 20, 2021 by Helena Rigby

On Saturday we attended the Club Hub Awards 2021 in Birmingham, where diddi dance sponsored the Independent Business of the Year category which was won by James Smith from Big Bold Youth – HQ . A massive congratulations to him! 🏆

Jane from diddi dance Bexley & Dartford and Dani from diddi dance Sunderland attended the event and said “it was a real pleasure to be back with all these fabulous children’s activity providers after so long, but with friendships, support and business relationships stronger than ever. Thank you for a great day” 💚💗💙

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diddi dance Franchise Awards 2021

July 19, 2021 by Helena Rigby

We recently celebrated the successes of our network together and announced the winners of our franchise awards 💚💗💙.
We want to congratulate each of our Franchisees for all of their hard work and determination this past year, especially to these winners:

 

diddi debutante – fastest growing new franchisee for 2021


🏆 Andrea McCrea at diddi dance Southampton⠀⠀⠀

 

 

diddi developer – franchisee who took over and grew and existing franchise for 2021


🏆 Constantina Menezes at diddi dance Enfield & Potters Bar
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diddi diva – franchisee with the biggest growth  for 2021


🏆 Josie Ward at diddi dance Torbay, Central Exeter & Surrounding

🏅 Jane Mitchell at diddi dance Bexley & Dartford⠀⠀

 

 

diddi dancer – special mention award 2021


🏆 Gemma Edmenson at diddi dance Eastbourne, Tunbridge Wells & Hastings

 

 

 

diddi doer – best marketer and promotor for 2021


🏆 Svenja Jinman at diddi dance Wolverhampton, Stafford, North Telford & Market Drayton

🏅 Charlotte Burgess at diddi dance Shrewsbury & South Telford
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diddi discusser –  most active on social media for 2021


🏆 Nicola Taylor at diddi dance Loughborough, Glenfield, Oadby & Surrounding

🏅 Nicola Buccelli at diddi dance Lancaster, Preston & Kendal⠀⠀
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diddi deliverer – best at running a franchise for 2021


🏆 Laura Hughes at diddi dance South East Hampshire and Chichester

🏅 Liz & Rachael at diddi dance Plymouth & Surrounding Areas⠀

 

 

diddi driver – most motivated and driven franchisee for 2021


🏆 Caroline Steele at diddi dance Swindon, Cirencester, Chippenham, Tetbury & Surrounding

🏅 Laura Makinson at diddi dance Cheshire East & West

 

 

diddi dude – most supportive franchisee as voted by the network in 2021


🏆 Jane Mitchell at diddi dance Bexley & Dartford

🏅 Suzie Harley at diddi dance Wirral & South Liverpool

 

 

diddi dame – outstanding contribution to diddi dance for 2021


🏆 Suzie Harley at diddi dance Wirral & South Liverpool

 

 

You’re all AWESOME and we can’t wait to see you all at our diddi dance AGM 2022🤞 🙌

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