Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Childcare Solutions in London
Established in 2001, Abbeville Nannies was founded by Kate Baker, a qualified member of the Institute of Personnel Development with a background in international recruitment, and Katherine Ferguson, who combines business expertise with firsthand childcare experience. Our agency specialises in connecting families with nannies, maternity nurses, and night nannies through a rigorous selection process that prioritises suitability and trust. We offer full-time, part-time, temporary, and live-in placements, supported by thorough reference checks, verified qualifications, and ongoing support for both families and childcare professionals.Our refund and replacement policy within eight weeks, combined with competitive fees, ensures families receive exceptional value. As mothers ourselves, we understand the emotional and practical challenges of finding reliable childcare, which drives our commitment to delivering a service that balances professionalism with empathy. With offices in Clapham, Putney, and Dulwich, we serve a wide range of London areas, maintaining long-standing relationships with clients and nannies through continuity and personalised attention.
Services
Full-time Nanny
Part-time Nanny
Live-in Nanny
Maternity Nurses
Night Nannies
Nanny Shares
Mothers Help
Babysitting Register
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer all types of childcare, including full-time, part-time, and live-in placements.
- Our rigorous shortlisting ensures precise matches between families and nannies.
- We provide ongoing support, contract advice, and verified DBS checks.
- Competitive fees with a refund and replacement policy within eight weeks.
- Established relationships with clients and nannies built on trust and continuity.
Associations and certifications
- Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
What people say
Rigorous shortlisting
Excellent reputation
Refund policy
Competitive fees
Ongoing support
Services
Full-time Nanny
We provide full-time nannies for live-in or live-out arrangements, offering comprehensive childcare including emotional, physical, and intellectual nurturing. Our candidates are rigorously vetted, with verified references and qualifications, ensuring families receive dedicated professionals. Full-time nannies typically work 1011 hours daily, with responsibilities extending to child-related domestic duties.
Part-time Nanny
Part-time nannies cater to families requiring childcare for specific hours, such as after-school care or temporary placements. Our candidates are experienced in adapting to varying schedules, providing reliable support while maintaining high standards of care. Rates start at 16 net per hour, with tailored contracts to suit family needs.
Nanny Shares
Nanny shares allow two or more families to jointly employ a nanny, reducing costs while maintaining quality care. The nanny may alternate between households or care for all children together. This option requires strong communication between families but offers a cost-effective solution for shared childcare responsibilities.
Maternity Nurses
Our maternity nurses specialise in postnatal care for newborns, supporting parents during the early weeks. Services include feeding guidance, sleep routines, and household organisation around the baby. Daily rates range from 200300, with availability for single babies or multiples.
Mothers Help
Mothers helps provide affordable childcare for families seeking assistance with child-related domestic tasks and basic care. Ideal for newly qualified candidates, they offer support under parental supervision, with rates starting at 400 net per week for live-in arrangements.
People
Kate Baker
Founder
Kate Baker founded Abbeville Nannies in 2001 after a career in international recruitment. A qualified member of the Institute of Personnel Development, she combines professional expertise with personal childcare experience to lead the agency's matching process.
Katherine Ferguson
Co-founder
Katherine Ferguson co-founded Abbeville Nannies, leveraging her business background and firsthand experience in hiring nannies. She focuses on client relationships and ensuring the agency's service aligns with the practical needs of families.
Questions
What types of childcare services do you offer?
We provide full-time, part-time, temporary, live-in nannies, maternity nurses, night nannies, and nanny shares, tailored to your family's needs.
How are nannies vetted?
All candidates undergo reference checks, qualification verification, and DBS disclosures. We conduct interviews and contact at least two referees for feedback.
What are the salary ranges for nannies?
Live-in nannies earn £500–£600 net/week; daily nannies £650–£850 net/week. Part-time rates start at £16/hour, with nanny shares at £9–£10/hour per family.
Do you offer ongoing support after placement?
Yes, we provide continuous advice and problem resolution during office hours (9:15am–5:30pm, Mon–Fri), with flexibility for out-of-hours interviews.
What areas do you cover?
We serve London areas including Clapham, Putney, Dulwich, Kensington, and surrounding districts, with offices in three key locations.
Can I request a DBS check for a nanny?
We advise on DBS checks and monitor their progress. While we encourage up-to-date disclosures, the final decision rests with the employer.
Reviews (4)
Donna Okoli
May 09, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Joined the agency in hopes of finding a local role but after a few weeks they randomly stopped sending me jobs and ignored my messages /emails avoid!
Joined the agency in hopes of finding a local role but after a few weeks they randomly stopped sending me jobs and ignored my messages /emails avoid!
Honey Dipper London
Feb 28, 2021
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If you love your children do not use this agency, I notice they have managed to ask google to remove all the bad reviews. They do not carry out checks fully nor do they care about matching the needs of families and nannies. It really is about the money, this is coming from a nanny. Advertise yourself on nannyjob.co.uk this is where these clowns find their candidates anyway!
Kellz
Nov 15, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness
Absolutely amazing agency! Quick response, extremely friendly and great knowledge. Answered all my question and super helpful! Can not thank them enough.
Absolutely amazing agency! Quick response, extremely friendly and great knowledge. Answered all my question and super helpful! Can not thank them enough.
Rachel Liane
Dec 04, 2019
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Friendly and efficient staff :) was very happy with the initial meet. Helped me with forms and went out of their way to re do my cv. Very grateful and look forward to being placed in a job that’s suitable through them.
