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10 fun facts about King Charles III
1. King Charles III was born on 14 November 1948
To parents Queen Elizabeth II (then Princess Elizabeth) and Prince Phillip, the Duke of Edinburgh, at Buckingham Palace, London…
Clients - Why Choose Us?
Getting to know our clients and fully understanding their needs is our top priority at the beginning of the search which helps us find the perfectly matched candidate, who LOVES what they do, is professional and committed to their work.
How to become Ofsted Registered Nanny?
Nannies do not have to register with Ofsted however they can choose to do so voluntarily.
In order to become an Ofsted Registered Nanny candidates are required to register on the Ofsted Voluntary Childcare Register (VOCR)…
Pancake Day
Tomorrow is Pancake Day, also called a Shrove Tuesday or Mardi Gras which is the day of indulging in delicious pancakes, before the start of Lent, the 40 days leading up to Easter. Lent is a period of fasting so all the fats in the house need to be used up…
What is Growth Mindset and How we can Teach it to Children?
Mindset is the way our brain perceives ourselves and the world and how it interprets and responds to situations, problems and mistakes.
According to an expert Professor Carol Dweck, who first introduced the concept of Growth Mindset, we can have two mindsets: a Growth Mindset or a Fixed Mindset …
Governesses - Duties, Working Hours and Salary
Governesses are qualified professionals employed to teach children in a private households. Their charges are of a school age rather than babies. In contrast to a nanny who takes care of the nursery duties, a governess concentrates on teaching children, and their education and is often hired alongside a nanny…
Housekeeper Duties, Skills Required and Types of Housekeepers We Offer
Housekeepers are responsible for all the household chores and general upkeep of the house. They are expected to use their own initiative to organise, manage and run the house, without much instruction from the employer…
Nanny Duties, Qualifications and Types of Nannies We Offer
Nannies assume many responsibilities of a parent and as part of their standard daily duties, they may: feed, bath, dress children and change nappies, plan games and activities indoors and outdoors, support children’s interests and development, teach basic social skills, good manners and hygiene…
Do you Need Help with your CV?
Our first advice to applicants looking for work is to make sure their CV is as best as it can be. Your CV is the first thing the recruiters and potential employers can see about you and based on what they see they will make a decision to either invite you for that job interview or not…
Sample Nanny Interview Questions
Most nanny interviews are initially conducted via video call and then after the successful first impressions face-to-face interviews and trials are arranged. Trials can take anything from a few hours to a few days depending on the complexity of the role. Most trials however take a few hours for which the candidate gets paid…
How to Teach Kids Gratitude?
Gratitude is a feeling of thankfulness for somebody’s kindness towards us and an appreciation of the good things in our lives that we already have. Practising gratitude can be very powerful and has many benefits. For example, gratitude is linked to happiness in children…
Polish Nanny Agency in London - Polska Niania w Londynie
Welcome to our nanny agency, based in London and specialising in placing Polish-speaking nannies and other domestic staff. Founded and managed by Eliza Witkowska – a qualified teacher with a BA and PGCE from the UCL Institute of Education and a former nanny herself – our agency has a strong network of experienced Polish-speaking candidates.
If you’re looking for a Polish-speaking nanny, you’re in the right place…
5 Christmas Activities to do with Kids in London 2022
Christmas is coming which is an exciting time for any age but particularly magical for the little ones so let them enjoy this time even more by taking them to some of the most exciting events in London this year. Here are our suggestions for some of the festive activities for kids this winter season including Christmas shows and pantomimes, places to receive presents from Santa, dazzling decorations, magical rides and ice rinks...
Why Use a Payroll Company to Calculate Your Nanny Pay?
We invited a payroll company, Way2paye to write a blog post featuring your most frequently asked questions and we hope you find this content helpful:
Why use a payroll company to calculate your nanny pay?
If you employ and pay more than £123 per week you must register as an employer with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) for PAYE.
Why do the Clocks Change?
The clocks change twice a year in the UK in Spring and in Autumn. The clocks go forward 1 hour on the last Sunday in March and backwards 1 hour on the last Sunday in October. The period when the clocks are 1 hour ahead is called British Summer Time (BST). When the clocks go backwards, the UK is on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). The clock change allows the UK to enjoy more daylight hours especially during the winter…
15 Fun Facts about the Queen Elizabeth II
1. Queen Elizabeth II was born at 2.40am on 21 April 1926. Her father was the Duke of York, and he later went on to become King George VI. Her mother was also called Elizabeth and ruled by his side as Queen Elizabeth.
2. She was born in Mayfair, London. She was born at 17 Bruton Street, which is actually now a Chinese restaurant!
Taking Your Nanny on Holiday
School is out and the summer holiday is here! Many families will be travelling with their nannies this summer.
Some families travel with their nannies regularly all year round and others hire nannies to accompany them just for a holiday. Taking a nanny on holiday can be an amazing experience which allows families to have quality time with their children and equally relax and enjoy their time on their own.
5 Fun Easter Activities for Kids
Grappling with how to keep your kids entertained during Easter half term? Here are a few fun ideas from traditional Easter egg hunt to baking cupcakes and hunting fossils by the sea. These activities will do the trick!
Easter Egg Hunt – Easter wouldn’t be the same without an egg hunt. If you would like to avoid chocolate eggs…