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Lumière is the private nanny agency trusted by London families across Kensington, Chelsea, Mayfair, Belgravia, Notting Hill and Knightsbridge. Live-in, live-out, rota, governess and maternity-nurse placements. Fully DBS-checked. Multilingual. Matched for language, routine and values.
Find Your NannyA London nanny placement demands more than DBS checks and a CV. Whether your family lives in Mayfair, Kensington, Belgravia, Notting Hill or Richmond, the London nanny we match to your household is bilingual, career-trained, and discreet by default. Every London nanny on Lumière's books has been personally vetted, with verified references and full right-to-work compliance.
Lumière is the trusted nanny placement agency for families in London. We combine world-class international standards with deep understanding of London's unique family culture, its wonderful neighbourhoods, and the distinct needs of busy professional families.
Lumière specializes in matching carefully selected nannies with families across London. Our placement team understands the needs of household management in wonderful neighborhoods like Kensington, Chelsea, Mayfair and Knightsbridge. We don't simply connect families with childcare providers, we create thoughtful, lasting partnerships based on shared values and compatible lifestyles.
Every placement reflects our commitment to excellence. We work exclusively with nannies who bring not only professional qualifications but also warmth, discretion, and genuine passion for child development. Our nannies understand what London families need, from managing school runs to international travel with confidence.
Lumière places all types of professional childcare specialists throughout London. Whether you need full-time live-in care, part-time live-out support, specialized expertise, or flexible arrangements, we have experienced nannies ready to join your family.
Live-in nannies reside in your London home and provide dedicated childcare with flexible availability for your family's needs. This arrangement works well for families with demanding professional schedules, multiple children across different age groups, or those who travel frequently. Live-in nannies become part of your household, managing daily routines while maintaining professional boundaries and personal time.
Our London live-in nannies bring experience managing busy households, coordinating with tutors and activity providers, and maintaining high standards of child safety and development. They're particularly valued by international families and those with complex scheduling requirements.
Lumière places experienced nannies throughout London's wonderful neighborhoods. We understand the distinct character, lifestyle, and childcare needs of each area, from the elegant townhouses of Belgravia to the village feel of Hampstead and Richmond.
Home to accomplished families, Kensington combines excellent schools, cultural institutions, and leafy residential streets. We place experienced nannies who understand the neighborhood's social landscape and educational expectations. South Kensington's proximity to museums and international community requires nannies with cultural awareness and language capabilities.
Chelsea families value style, culture, and professional excellence. We match nannies who understand Chelsea's character, appreciate the neighborhood's vibrant community, and can manage households balancing professional life with active family time. Chelsea nannies typically work with families maintaining international connections and who enjoy social events.
Mayfair is home to families who value privacy and discretion. Our Mayfair placements prioritize professional warmth, cultural awareness, and complete reliability. Mayfair nannies work with families, business leaders, and international clients who value exceptional service and confidentiality. These placements often involve complex household coordination and entertaining.
Knightsbridge families often have international backgrounds and connections across London's institutions. We place multilingual nannies comfortable managing households with diverse backgrounds and global perspectives. Knightsbridge's location near excellent schools and cultural attractions makes it appealing to busy professionals.
Hampstead attracts families who value education, community, and London's village atmosphere. Hampstead nannies typically work with families who care deeply about learning, outdoor activities on the Heath, and creative play. We place nannies who appreciate Hampstead's cultural character and can support children's learning.
These neighborhoods appeal to creative families and those valuing vibrant community. Notting Hill and Holland Park families appreciate nannies who understand London's contemporary culture, navigate diverse communities easily, and support children's exposure to arts and activities. These placements often value flexibility and creative thinking.
Belgravia is home to international families and those who value privacy. Belgravia placements require nannies with complete discretion, professional warmth, and experience managing complex household needs. These nannies often work with families traveling internationally, maintaining multiple homes, and hosting events.
Richmond families often prioritize space, community, and excellent schools while staying connected to London. Richmond nannies work comfortably in spacious homes, supporting outdoor activities and education coordination. These placements suit nannies seeking a more relaxed pace while maintaining high professional standards and easy London access.
Every nanny in our London network has undergone thorough vetting including DBS clearance, professional qualifications verification, and reference checks. We ensure families can trust their children with complete confidence.
Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance, criminal background verification, and safeguarding checks ensure every nanny meets UK legal requirements.
We confirm childcare qualifications, CPR/first aid certifications, and educational credentials. Reference checks with previous London employers verify childcare experience and professional competence.
Personal interviews assess childcare philosophy, communication skills, experience with different age groups, and professional maturity. We evaluate reliability, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit.
We consult deeply with your family to understand values, lifestyle, expectations, and specific needs. We match based on compatibility, ensuring genuine fit across all important dimensions.
All nannies working in the UK must comply with current childcare regulations and standards. We ensure every placement meets or exceeds these requirements, giving families confidence in their nanny's qualifications and professionalism.
Nannies working in the UK should hold relevant childcare qualifications, typically Level 3 Childcare and Education or equivalent. All must maintain current CPR and first aid certifications, specifically Paediatric First Aid. Many professional nannies hold additional qualifications in child psychology, Montessori education, or special needs support.
We prioritize nannies who demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development, continuing education, and staying current with best practices in child development and safeguarding. Many of our nannies hold advanced qualifications and specialized training beyond minimum requirements.
Enhanced DBS clearance is legally required for nannies working in UK households. This screening ensures nannies have no criminal history or safeguarding concerns. All nannies must adhere to UK child protection legislation and understand current safeguarding best practices.
Our team is ready to understand your family's unique needs and connect you with a wonderful nanny who becomes an important part of your London home and children's lives.
Start the ProcessWorldwide Service
While Lumière is based in Monaco and serves the French Riviera, we place professional nannies throughout the world. Whether you need childcare in London, Paris, Geneva, Dubai, New York, Hong Kong, or any international destination, our global network ensures the perfect match for your family.
Our Promise
Every London nanny is carefully selected, DBS-cleared and reference-checked
Every London family deserves to feel confident in their childcare. Every nanny in our network has been through thorough reference checks, qualification validation, enhanced DBS verification and security screening. We take time to get it right, so you can relax from day one.
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Vetting & compliance
Every nanny placed with a London family clears the compliance bar that UK private households expect. Lumière handles the paperwork — families brief once and we deliver candidates pre-cleared.
Every London-bound candidate holds a current Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance, refreshed at placement or covered by the DBS Update Service.
Lumière prioritises career nannies qualified through NNEB, CACHE Level 3 Childcare, or Norland College — the three qualifications London families consistently ask for.
Current Ofsted-compliant paediatric first aid certification (12-hour course), refreshed every three years. Includes CPR for infants and choking response.
Right-to-Work documentation verified before placement — settled/pre-settled status, Skilled Worker Visa, or British/Irish passport. Lumière supports families through visa sponsorship where required.
Lumière works with HMRC-registered nanny payroll providers (Nannytax, Stafftax) so every placement is run as declared PAYE employment with Employer's National Insurance and pension auto-enrolment.
For families using Tax-Free Childcare or Universal Credit, Lumière flags Ofsted-registered candidates on the Voluntary Childcare Register.
Declared employment. All London placements are run under UK PAYE with declared employment. Lumière does not place cash-in-hand or undeclared nannies.
The Lumière difference
"I founded Lumière because the families I worked for kept asking the same question: where do we find another nanny like you? I still take private placements. Every nanny I place is one I would work alongside."
Hanna founded Lumière Placements in Monaco in 2024 after years inside private households as a career nanny. She continues to take selected private placements alongside leading the agency — a working-nanny perspective that shapes every shortlist Lumière puts forward. Lumière is the only Monaco-headquartered boutique placement agency founded and led by an active working career nanny.