Nanny Agency Singapore · For Expat Families

Nanny Agency Singapore, Vetted, Multilingual Career Nannies

Lumière is the private nanny agency trusted by expat families across Singapore, Orchard, Bukit Timah, Sentosa Cove, Tanglin, Holland Village and the East Coast. Live-in, live-out, rota, governess and maternity-nurse placements (distinct from confinement care). English, Mandarin, French and more. Fully vetted. Visa-supported.

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Singapore Nanny Service

Singapore Nanny Hiring, What Makes Lumière Different

Hiring a Singapore nanny demands cultural fluency and professional excellence. A Singapore nanny from Lumière is fluent in English, often multilingual, and experienced with international families navigating Singapore's unique expatriate landscape. Every Singapore nanny we place has been thoroughly vetted with verified references, understanding of Singapore's international schools, and proven experience across the island's premium neighborhoods from the East Coast to Bukit Timah and Orchard.

Private Childcare for Singapore's Expat Families

Singapore attracts ambitious international professionals seeking excellent education, financial opportunity, and multicultural community. Families relocating to Singapore require childcare professionals who understand expat dynamics, support international education, speak English fluently and often Mandarin Chinese, and navigate Singapore's dynamic lifestyle. Our personalised approach connects Singapore's neighborhoods with professionally vetted childcare specialists.

Childcare for Singapore's International Families

International families in Singapore require childcare professionals who understand their unique circumstances. Our nannies are experienced with international family dynamics, familiar with Singapore's top international schools (SAS, Tanglin, OFS, TASS, ACS), and comfortable navigating the blend of English and Mandarin education.

We serve families in Singapore's premium neighborhoods including Sentosa, Bukit Timah, Holland Village, Orchard, Tanglin, River Valley, Marine Parade, and throughout the island. Each neighborhood has distinct community characteristics, and our nannies understand local expat networks, schools, and lifestyle expectations.

Bilingual Childcare: English & Mandarin

  • Fluent English-Mandarin bilingual nannies for balanced language development
  • Support for international school English-based curricula
  • Mandarin Chinese exposure during critical developmental years
  • Cultural integration with international perspective preservation
  • Understanding of Chinese cultural celebrations and values
  • Professional communication with Chinese-speaking family members
  • Ability to navigate Singapore's trilingual environment (English, Mandarin, Malay)
  • Support for bilingual fluency that strengthens cognitive development
Our Process

How We Match Your Family

Matching nannies with Singapore families requires understanding the expat experience and Singapore's unique childcare landscape. We invest time understanding your family's background, children's schools, language preferences, and lifestyle expectations in this dynamic city-state.

1

Comprehensive Screening

Background checks, reference verification, credential review, and assessment of international experience ensure professional qualifications and cultural competency for expat families.

2

Language Assessment

Evaluation of bilingual proficiency, accent clarity, educational approach, and ability to support children in both English and Mandarin contexts within Singapore's multicultural setting.

3

Family Consultation

We understand your children's school, language goals, cultural values, neighborhood community, and expectations for international education support in Singapore.

4

Personality Matching

We assess compatibility with your family dynamics, expat background, lifestyle, and values to ensure genuine cultural and personal fit in Singapore's community.

Premium Neighborhoods

Serving Singapore's Finest Residential Communities

Sentosa & Bukit Timah

Singapore's most exclusive residential areas. Families here often maintain international careers and seek nannies with sophisticated childcare expertise. Our nannies are familiar with these premium neighborhoods' exclusive communities and their focus on international education.

Holland Village & Orchard

Vibrant neighborhoods popular with younger expat professionals and families. These areas offer excellent schools, community activities, and family-oriented amenities. Our nannies in these areas understand the balance between sophisticated urban living and professional childcare standards.

Tanglin, River Valley & Marine Parade

Diverse neighborhoods attracting international families with varying needs. Our nannies here are experienced with Singapore's diverse expat communities and understand neighborhood-specific dynamics, school options, and lifestyle expectations across the island.

International Education Support

Supporting Singapore's International Schools

Singapore is home to some of Asia's premier international schools. Our nannies understand the academic demands, curriculum systems, and expectations of Singapore's leading institutions, providing seamless educational support alongside professional childcare.

International School Expertise

Our nannies are familiar with Singapore's top international schools including Singapore American School (SAS), Tanglin Trust School, Overseas Family School (OFS), Stamford American International School, Anglo-Chinese School (International), and many others.

They understand the curriculum frameworks (International Baccalaureate, Cambridge, American systems), can assist with homework, manage after-school enrichment activities, and communicate effectively with teachers about child progress and academic expectations.

Bilingual Educational Development

  • Support for English-based international school curricula
  • Mandarin Chinese learning to develop balanced bilingual proficiency
  • Understanding of child development psychology and learning stages
  • Ability to facilitate transitions between international and Chinese education
  • Homework support and educational enrichment activities
  • Communication with international school teachers and staff
  • Experience with gifted or special needs students
  • Preparation for examinations and academic transitions

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is bilingual childcare essential in Singapore?
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Singapore is a multilingual melting pot where children benefit from exposure to English and Mandarin Chinese during critical developmental years. Our bilingual nannies provide authentic language development while supporting international school curricula and helping children navigate Singapore's multicultural society. This early exposure strengthens cognitive development and positions children well for future bilingual fluency and cultural understanding.
What international schools does Lumière serve in Singapore?
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We serve families with children in Singapore's top international schools including Singapore American School (SAS), Tanglin Trust School, Overseas Family School (OFS), Perse School, Stamford American International School, Anglo-Chinese School (International), and many others. Our nannies understand international curricula and can support homework, academic enrichment, and communication with teachers.
How does Lumière match nannies with Singapore expat families?
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We conduct comprehensive consultations understanding your family's international background, children's school, language goals, and neighborhood preferences. We then match candidates based on bilingual proficiency, international school knowledge, understanding of Singapore's expat community dynamics, and compatibility with your family values and lifestyle. This personalized approach ensures successful long-term placements.
What qualifications do nannies in Singapore have?
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Our nannies hold formal childcare training credentials, CPR and first aid certification, extensive experience with international families, fluent bilingual English-Mandarin proficiency, understanding of international school systems, and strong references from previous Singapore-based families. Many have additional qualifications in special education, Montessori methods, or specific child development expertise.
Which neighborhoods does Lumière serve in Singapore?
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We serve premium residential areas including Sentosa, Bukit Timah, Holland Village, Orchard, Tanglin, River Valley, Marine Parade, Clementi, and other expat-friendly neighborhoods throughout Singapore. Our nannies understand each area's community dynamics, international school presence, and lifestyle characteristics. We can match candidates familiar with your specific neighborhood and community.
Do nannies in Singapore speak both English and Mandarin?
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Many of our nannies are fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese, providing balanced language exposure during childhood development. This bilingual capability strengthens cognitive development and positions children well for success in Singapore's multilingual environment. We can match monolingual or bilingual nannies based on your family's language preferences and goals.
How do nannies support international school students?
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Our nannies understand international school curricula (International Baccalaureate, Cambridge, American systems), can assist with homework, manage after-school activities, liaise with teachers regarding child progress, and understand academic expectations. They provide continuity between international education at school and bilingual development at home, supporting the development of truly bilingual, bicultural children.
What support does Lumière provide during relocation to Singapore?
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We provide continuity during your family's transition to Singapore. Our nannies help children acclimate to their new environment, understand local contexts, navigate cultural differences, and establish routines while parents establish professional and social lives in Singapore's dynamic expat community. This support is invaluable during the critical adjustment period of international relocation.

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Vetting & compliance

How Lumière nannies are vetted for Singapore families

Singapore career-nanny placements, distinct from confinement nanny and FDW arrangements, run under Employment Pass / S Pass and MOM compliance.

Employment Pass / S Pass

Lumière places professional Western career nannies under Employment Pass or S Pass, distinct from the FDW work permit. Employer-sponsored, declared employment from day one.

MOM compliance

Singapore Ministry of Manpower compliance: weekly rest day, declared salary, IPA letter, work pass card. Lumière supports families through the application.

Criminal record + reference verification

Home-country criminal record clearance plus reference verification with prior private-household employers.

Paediatric first aid + CPR

Current Singapore Heart Foundation or Red Cross paediatric first aid + CPR certification.

Mandarin / school-curriculum matching

Mandarin-speaking career nannies placed alongside English fluency, matched to the child's school: SAS, Tanglin Trust, UWCSEA, Dulwich, Chatsworth, Stamford American.

Confinement-nanny distinction

Lumière does not place confinement nannies, for the first weeks of a newborn's life see /services/maternity-nurse. Career nannies cover ongoing live-in or live-out placements.

Declared employment. All Singapore placements run under Employment Pass or S Pass with MOM compliance. Lumière does not place undeclared nannies.

The Lumière difference

Founded by a working career nanny, not a recruiter

"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 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 French Riviera-based boutique placement agency, placing across Monaco, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Cannes, Saint-Tropez and Nice, and worldwide, founded and led by an active working career nanny.

Why families choose Lumière

Based
French Riviera
Founder
Hanna, working career nanny
Approach
Families understood from the inside, the right nanny for the right family
Qualifications
Norland, CACHE, NNEB, Montessori
Vetting
References verified, DBS where applicable
Employment
Declared, full contracts
Reach
17 cities · 3 continents
Specialisms
Live-in, rota, governess, maternity, yacht, travel
Every Lumière nanny completes our Training & Standards Programme, founder-led by a working career nanny, not a corporate recruiter. Over 100 nannies placed, with a free re-match in the first three months.