Private Placement Agency
Trusted Nanny, Newborn Care Specialist & Governess Placement Worldwide
A private nanny agency dedicated to connecting exceptional families worldwide with vetted, professionally trained nannies, governesses and maternity nurses they can truly trust.
Begin Your Search"We believe that the heart of every great household begins with mutual respect, between family and caregiver. We believe this is the foundation of great childcare."
How We Work
A refined process,
built around your family
Every placement is personal. We take the time to understand your household, your values, and your children before we begin searching.
The Conversation
We sit down with you, in person or by call, to understand who you are as a family, your lifestyle, your children's personalities, your expectations.
The Search
We hand-select candidates from our trusted network. Every nanny is personally vetted, character, references, and passion for the work.
The Match
We present two to three exceptional candidates, each chosen because we believe they are the right fit. We guide you through every step until day one.
What We Stand For
Not just a placement.
A partnership.
We founded Lumière because we see, every day, how this industry can fail the people it should protect. Our founder still works as a professional nanny, building this agency in parallel because she believes there is a better way.
Full Legal Transparency
Every placement is fully declared, proper contracts, fair wages, all required taxes paid. No exceptions, no grey areas.
Genuine Care on Both Sides
We care about our nannies as much as our families. Reasonable hours, rest, and a life outside work are non-negotiable.
Ongoing Support
The placement is the beginning, not the end. We check in regularly during the first months to make sure everything flows for both sides.
The Lumière Standard
Exceptional Standards, Every Time
Every nanny placed through Lumière completes our exclusive training programme. The programme is designed to uphold the high standards families expect, covering child development, engaging learning through play, safety, communication, and professional childcare practices.
By investing in comprehensive training, we ensure every Lumière nanny is prepared to deliver outstanding care, professionalism, and support tailored to each family's unique needs.
Child Development
Learning Through Play
Safety & Care
Communication
Professional Practice
Created & led by Hanna, founder & career nanny
Our Promise
Our Commitment to You
Inviting someone into your home and entrusting them with your children is one of the most important decisions you'll make. Every candidate is thoroughly vetted, every placement fully legal and properly documented. We don't rush the process, we get it right.
In their words
What families say
Rated 5.0 from 11 verified Google reviews
“Top Agency! Works wonders to connect me to who’s needed!”
“Thank you Lumière for helping me find the perfect nanny for my family — for your professionalism and fast response. They have high-quality candidates; it was hard to choose, but fortunately they found us a perfect fit. I totally recommend them.”
“I’m so happy we found Lumière. The team is warm, responsive, and truly cares about matching families with the right nanny. Highly recommend their services.”
“Lumière accompanied us in the search for our full-time nanny. We have to say we’re greatly surprised by the quality of the service — great profiles, a rigorous checking process and follow-up that led us to Maria. Maria has now been with us for six months and what a great match for our little family. Thanks.”
“Great service.”
“Hanna is brilliant!”
“Amazing help in finding our holiday nanny. Thank you so much, Lumière Team and Hanna, for your professionalism, support, and making the whole process so easy. Highly recommend!”
“I would recommend this agency without hesitation! A professional, reliable agency that is always attentive to the needs of both its nannies and the families it serves. Communication is excellent, assignments are well organised, and the team is responsive whenever needed. I have always felt supported and respected. A real pleasure to work with such a reliable and caring agency.”
“Excellent babysitting agency! I highly recommend them. The babysitter who looked after my children was kind, caring, punctual, and very professional. My children felt comfortable with her right away and had a wonderful time. I was able to relax knowing they were in safe hands. The agency was responsive, reliable, and made the whole process easy. I will definitely use their services again!”
“We found two amazing rota nannies through Lumière while still living in Dubai, even before moving to Monte-Carlo, and the whole experience exceeded our expectations. Grace and Lara have taken wonderful care of our children from day one. A special thank you to Hanna for her professionalism and constant support — even from abroad, she made everything smooth and stress-free.”
“Very trusted, professional and welcoming nannies. Highly recommended, and I will definitely deal with them again.”
Our Services
Tailored childcare
for every family
From full-time live-in nannies to specialist maternity nurses, we match you with the right professional for your family's unique needs.
Live-In Nanny
A dedicated live-in nanny who becomes an integral part of your household, providing consistent, personalised care around the clock.
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Maternity Nurse
Expert postnatal support from qualified maternity nurses and newborn care specialists during those precious first weeks and months.
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Private Governess
Qualified governesses who combine structured education with nurturing care, managing homeschooling and enrichment programmes.
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Bilingual Nanny
Fluent bilingual and trilingual nannies who nurture your children's language development in English, French, Russian, and more.
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Travel & Yacht Nanny
Experienced travel nannies and yacht nannies who accompany families across residences, on superyachts, and during international travel.
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Rota Nanny
Rotational nannies who work on alternating schedules, two weeks on, two weeks off, so your family always has fresh, focused care.
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Built for placements that last
Our core work is long-term: career nannies placed to stay for years — live-in, live-out or on rotation — and specialist maternity support for the very first weeks. Short-term and seasonal help remains available across Monaco & the Riviera.
Long-Term & Permanent
Our core specialism. Career nannies vetted for multi-year references and placed to stay — with post-placement support and a free three-month re-match.
→Rota Nannies — 24/7 Cover
Two senior nannies, two weeks on / two weeks off. Round-the-clock continuity for multi-residence and travelling households.
→Maternity Nurses
Certified newborn care specialists for the first 6–12 weeks — day-and-night or night-only, singletons and twins.
→Global Placements
Where We Place
We connect families with trusted nannies across 15 major cities worldwide, with dedicated local expertise in each market.
Monaco
French Riviera
Cannes
Saint-Tropez
Paris
London
Geneva
Zurich
Milan
Rome
Marbella
Dubai
Abu Dhabi
New York
Florida
Los Angeles
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Frequently Asked Questions
Finding a Nanny in Monaco
To find a private nanny in Monaco, it is recommended to work with a specialist placement agency like Lumière. We rigorously verify every candidate: references, background checks, qualifications and experience with discerning families. A placement through an agency also ensures full legal compliance with Monégasque and French domestic employment laws.
The cost of a nanny in Monaco varies depending on the type of service: a full-time live-in nanny, a governess, a maternity nurse, or a bilingual nanny each have different rates. In Monaco and on the French Riviera, salaries reflect the high cost of living and the expectations of families. Lumière helps you establish a realistic budget that includes salary, taxes, and benefits.
A nanny in Monaco focuses primarily on childcare and the daily wellbeing of children. A governess has a more educational role: supporting schooling, teaching foreign languages and etiquette. In Monaco, many families seek a bilingual or trilingual governess capable of providing comprehensive educational support in French, English and sometimes Russian.
Unlike online platforms such as Care.com or Yoopies, a nanny agency in Monaco like Lumière conducts rigorous and personalised screening. We carefully screen every candidate, verify references thoroughly and ensure complete legal compliance. Our support continues after placement with regular check-ins during the first months.
No, while based on the French Riviera, Lumière places nannies, governesses and maternity nurses throughout the French Riviera (Nice, Cannes, Saint-Tropez, Cap Ferrat, Antibes) as well as internationally: London, Paris, Geneva, Dubai, New York and many other destinations. We also offer travel nannies and yacht nannies for families who relocate frequently.
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