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A Guide to using Nanny Agencies

Finding a nanny can seem like an overwhelming task. You need a person who gets along well with you and your children and has the right qualifications and experience. All members of the Association of Nanny Agencies aims to promote good practice and to provide a quality service to nannies and families.

Follow these steps to learn more about how to use a nanny agency:

  1. Only use reputable childcare agencies, Use our site to find ANA approved nanny agencies.


  2. Contact the childcare agencies to evaluate their services. Your first contact with the nanny agency should be a pleasant experience. Take into consideration the type of response you get. All ANA approved nanny agencies should be courteous and professional. If you leave a message, they should get back to you within a reasonable amount of time. Follow your instincts.


  3. There are many questions that you should ask the nanny agencies including fees, payment schedule, where they recruit nannies and if they perform background checks


  4. The agency should be able to supply you with several current or previous clients to contact. always check the references and get their opinion.


  5. Choose the right childcare agency. You will sign a contract and the agency will have you fill out an application where you describe exactly the type of nanny require. The agency will then schedule interviews with nannies who fit your criteria.


  6. Interview the nannies. The childcare agency should have already checked references and completed a background check on the nanny. Even though the agency does a background check, you can do your own as well.