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Finding a Nanny

Finding prospective nannies can be a time consuming process, and it is a good idea to employ several methods.
  • Put up signs in community centres
  • Word of mouth from current or former nannies of family and friends
  • Agencies
    • Ask the agency for references from people who have used them, and if possible get the references from people who you know and trust
    • Find out from the agency who is responsible for paying the finders fee, i.e. some charge the employer and others charge the nanny
    • If you are responsible for paying, ask what the refund policy is if the nanny does not work out
    • Some agencies actually travel abroad to interview and screen potential applicants