The British Nanny System
The British nanny institution dates back centuries and has gone through a number of incarnations. Today's British nanny is a thoroughly modern being; warm, loving, professional and pragmatic, with a core belief in the importance of structure, routine and boundaries for raising healthy, happy, confident children. British nannies are as essential today as ever, sharing their skills with families from a range of backgrounds around the world.
Professional education lies at the heart of the British nanny system. A Qualified British Nanny has graduated from an institution of higher education with a two-year, full-time degree in the care of children aged 0-7 years. These programs equip nannies with deep knowledge of the physical, intellectual, social and emotional needs of different ages. Other subjects of study include first aid and learning how to interact with parents and with other childcare professionals. Internships with hospitals, preschools and families are an integral stage of earning the final degree.
British nannies often go on to get further specialized training in newborn care via an accredited maternity nursing program. These programs cover all aspects of newborn and post-natal mother care, including breastfeeding, sleep training, post-natal depression and care of multiples.