Nanny Training

Training requirements and professional development opportunities for nannies. Topics include certification options, safety courses and gaining relevant experience.

Childcare Certification

Compare the different childcare certifications available in the UK before hiring a nanny, including online courses and vocational training options.

Childcare Training

UK nannies don't need formal qualifications, but several schools offer childcare training courses to boost your credentials.

Children and Young People's Workforce Certificate

New Level 2 certificate for people entering childcare and youth work roles, covering English, maths and IT skills.

Getting the Right References

Help parents find trustworthy nannies by gathering the right references and building confidence in your childcare qualifications.

Health and Safety for Nannies

Nannies need to protect their own health and safety while caring for children, from rest and nutrition to hygiene and illness prevention.

Life Experience for Nannies

What to look for in a nanny candidate beyond certifications, including childcare experience and personal interests.

Lifelong Learning for Nannies

Nannies stay current through ongoing training in first aid, CPR, and technology to better support the children and families they work with.

Nanny Schools

Only two major nanny schools exist in the UK, though there's no legal requirement to attend one to work as a nanny.

Nanny Training and Development

Get trained as a nanny through college courses, vocational placements or on-the-job learning with the right skills and qualifications.

The Overseas Credentials of Nannies

How to verify that overseas nanny qualifications are legitimate and right for your family.

Using a Nanny to Help Your Child Sleep

A sleep nanny can help your exhausted family establish healthy sleep habits and give parents the rest they desperately need.

Work Experience for Nannies

Parents hiring nannies should ask about work history, including the type of care provided, where they worked, and what supervision they received.