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London Governess provided exactly the support we needed. The Governess brought structure, consistency and calm into our home from day one.
Amelia
London
The process was smooth and very personal. We were given strong options, and the Governess we chose has been reliable, organised and wonderful with our children.
Layla
London
The Governess fit into our family immediately. She manages routines perfectly and we feel completely confident leaving everything in her care.
Sophie
London
I needed support at short notice and everything was handled quickly and professionally. My child was safe, happy and well cared for at all times.
Isabelle
London
Professional, responsive and easy to work with. We were presented with excellent candidates and found the right fit for our family.
Elena
London
The Governess has brought real stability to our home. Everything is structured, consistent and handled with care — exactly what we needed.
Rohit Haldania
London
TESTIMONIALS
Families trust London Governess for reliable nanny governess placements that bring structure, stability and peace of mind.
A professional nanny governess provides structured daily care, emotional support and consistent supervision, ensuring your child is supported at all times.
Full-Time Care
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Consistent routines, school coordination and disciplined daily schedules.
Stable guidance, trust-building and age-appropriate emotional support.
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Daily organisation, staff coordination and smooth family operations.
Independence, discipline and positive social development.
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A nanny governess is ideal for families needing consistent childcare, structured routines and reliable supervision when parents have demanding schedules.
Our nanny governess placements provide structured daily care and consistency. For families needing full responsibility, our proxy parenting service delivers complete oversight of routines, decisions and daily life in your absence.
Full-Time Support
Proxy Parenting
For families who require complete day-to-day responsibility for their child, our proxy parenting service provides total oversight - from decisions and routines to welfare and development.
Complete decision-making authority over your child's daily life, welfare and schedule while you are absent or unavailable.
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Designated proxy authority to act on your behalf in school, medical and emergency situations, with full documentation provided.
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Direct communication with school staff, activity coordinators and household teams to ensure everything is taken care of.
Structured daily or weekly updates to keep you fully informed - no matter where in the world you are.
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Our nanny governess placements support families across London’s most prestigious areas including Mayfair, Kensington, Knightsbridge, Chelsea, Richmond, Notting Hill and Hampstead. Proxy parenting options are available for families requiring full responsibility and discretion.
Trusted Across London
Established Since 2011
Vetted Governess Candidates
London Families Placed
Work with a trusted nanny governess who provides daily care, structure and dependable support tailored to your family’s needs.
Start with a free confidential consultation — phone or video. We'll listen, ask the right questions, and only present candidates we're confident are the right fit for your family.
Start with a free confidential consultation — phone or video. We'll listen, ask the right questions, and only present candidates we're confident are the right fit for your family.
All candidates undergo rigorous screening: enhanced DBS checks, right-to-work verification, reference checks (including past families and schools), qualification verification (teaching degrees, PGCE or Montessori) and in-depth interviews. We prioritise experienced professionals with proven track records in elite London private education settings for complete peace of mind.
We specialise in prep, primary and secondary school children. Our governesses excel in homework assistance, 7+/8+/11+ GSCE and A levels preparation, Common Entrance coaching, catch-up after absences and extension for gifted learners perfect for families at top independents schools.
It starts with a confidential consultation (phone or video) to understand your child's needs, school, schedule and preferences. We then present 2-4 carefully matched governess profiles. You interview shortlisted candidates and we handle contracts, trial periods (if requested) and ongoing support. Most families secure a placement within 1-2 weeks.
We offer transparent, competitive placement fees based on role type. There are no hidden costs; families pay a one-time introduction fee upon successful placement. Governess salaries are negotiated directly. We can provide guidance on UK tax via trusted partners.
Discretion is paramount for our high-profile clients. All consultations and candidate details are handled confidentially under strict GDPR compliance. We never share information without explicit consent and our website/forms use secure encryption.
Absolutely, many of our governesses are bilingual (including French and Spanish) or experienced with international schools (IB, bilingual programs). We frequently match for families with global lifestyles or those preparing for overseas moves while maintaining UK private school standards.
We are able to source and deliver a suitable candidate within 1 to 2 days.
Most families secure their placement within 1-2 weeks. Candidates available within 48 hours for urgent requirements.
Our Registration is free — tell us about your family and we'll do the rest.
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