Our bespoke agency, headquartered in Mayfair, London, proudly supports families—including high-profile individuals—across the San Francisco Bay Area’s most prestigious neighbourhoods, such as Pacific Heights, Atherton, Palo Alto, Marin County, Sausalito, Menlo Park, Hillsborough, Tiburon, and Los Altos Hills, with the recruitment of exceptional private staff.
We specialise in placing highly experienced Nannies, Governesses, Maternity Nurses, Homeschool Teachers, Tutors, and other elite household professionals with discerning families throughout the region.
We understand the refined lifestyle, cultural expectations, and international standards upheld by families in the Bay Area’s most sought-after communities. Our approach is highly personalised: we take the time to understand your specific needs, household structure, travel routines, and educational philosophies to ensure we deliver the perfect match.
Each placement is handled with the utmost discretion and care. Our commitment extends well beyond recruitment—we provide trusted, ongoing support at every stage of your staffing journey to ensure long-term success and satisfaction.
In the San Francisco Bay Area, we offer a distinguished selection of childcare and educational professionals tailored to meet the individual needs of each family. Whether based in Pacific Heights, Atherton, Palo Alto, Marin County, Menlo Park, Hillsborough, Tiburon, or Los Altos Hills, we ensure the perfect match for your household—whether you’re seeking a traditional nanny or a specialised role such as a bilingual travel nanny, manny, governess, governor, tutor, or homeschool teacher.
Our services extend well beyond basic care. Our professionals provide enriching, developmentally appropriate, and culturally sensitive experiences that reflect the high standards and refined expectations of families in the Bay Area.
We work with candidates trained in internationally recognised educational methods—including Montessori, RIE, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia, and more—allowing families to select an approach that best aligns with their values and preferred learning styles.
With an unwavering focus on safety, discretion, and professionalism, each candidate is thoroughly vetted through a rigorous screening and interview process. We also provide ongoing support to both families and candidates, ensuring a smooth and successful placement from start to finish.
Nanny & Governess is a premier household staffing agency headquartered in Mayfair, London, proudly supporting families across the San Francisco Bay Area with world-class childcare and private household professionals. We specialise in placing highly qualified nannies, governesses, maternity nurses, and household staff with families residing in prestigious locations such as Pacific Heights, Atherton, Palo Alto, Marin County, Menlo Park, Hillsborough, Tiburon, and Los Altos Hills.
Whether you are a high-net-worth individual, busy professional, expatriate, or a distinguished household, we provide discreet and tailored staffing solutions to meet the unique requirements of family life in the Bay Area.
Expertise & Experience
With years of industry knowledge and a deep understanding of the refined lifestyles and diverse cultural expectations in the Bay Area, we ensure each placement aligns perfectly with your family’s lifestyle, values, and expectations.
Tailored Approach
Every family is unique. We take the time to understand your household structure, routines, travel needs, and parenting philosophy to ensure a seamless and personalised match.
Extensive Candidate Vetting
Our candidates undergo a comprehensive vetting process—including in-depth interviews, verified references, background checks, and qualification assessments—to guarantee only the most trustworthy and experienced professionals.
Global Talent Network
We recruit from a trusted network of elite professionals from the UK, Europe, and worldwide—many with prior experience working in international and high-net-worth households—ensuring you have access to outstanding global talent.
Ongoing Support
Our commitment goes beyond placement. We provide ongoing guidance to ensure smooth integration and long-term success for both families and candidates.
Nannies & Governesses: Highly qualified professionals with expertise in childcare, education, and developmental support—many trained in Montessori, British EYFS, and international schooling systems.
Maternity Nurses & Night Nannies: Specialists in newborn care, sleep routines, and postnatal recovery, offering both temporary and long-term solutions.
Private Tutors & Homeschool Teachers: Experienced educators supporting your child’s academic journey, including IB, British Curriculum, and American systems.
Household Staff: Including experienced housekeepers, butlers, chauffeurs, and personal assistants familiar with the high standards of Bay Area homes.
Temporary & Emergency Placements: Fast, reliable staffing solutions for travel needs, short-term cover, or urgent requirements.
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