Number 5: knowing how to help children with homework
When one needs a nanny every day, one of the parents' priorities is to make sure that once homework is done, homework is done.
The parents interviewed told us that for them, a nanny was not only there to check that the children brushed their teeth before going to bed, but to keep an eye on their work. As a kind of school monitoring that reassures both children and parents elsewhere.
Number 4: good sense of course!
This may seem obvious, but common sense is part of the TOP 5 qualities sought in a nanny. Common sense means "discernment" and not IQ ... For example, knowing how to be firm in this or that situation, like letting go a little of the ballast on another. In short, to have common sense is to spread your authority.
Number 3: the sweetness
Yes, sweetness has its place on the podium!
It is not about the inability to set limits and be too lax, but to impose on children with diplomacy and tact.
Thousands of families entrust us with their children, and their children need to be mentored gently. Who says nanny does not say Scrooge!
Number 2: reliability
So important that everyone expected. Reliability is the assurance that the nanny is punctual out of school, that she is confident and that she ensures the safety of children.
Many families have told us how comfortable it is to know that their nanny is a reliable everyday support to rely on. On which children can count.
Number 1: privileged relationship with children
And the winning quality is that of the relationship. Children are the ones who are most of the time with the nanny. Being punctual, reliable is essential, but knowing how to develop a relationship with children is such an important element!
Many families have insisted that their nanny is part of the family, that it represents an important presence for children. When benefits are based on a trusting and fulfilling relationship, it is natural for children to be more attentive to their nanny.
