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CuroHelp Norland Nanny - Excellence in Childcare. Anywhere in the World.

 

At CuroHelp, we proudly offer a Norland Nanny service — placing world-class childcare professionals with discerning families across the UK, London and beyond.

Trained at the prestigious Norland College in Bath, England, our Norland Nannies represent the highest calibre of childcare expertise, professionalism, and discretion. They are trusted by royal households, UHNW families, and high-profile clients for their deep knowledge of child development, gentle authority, and impeccable standards.

 

Our Philosophy

Every family deserves peace of mind.
Our Norland Nanny service is built on trust, discretion, and excellence, ensuring your child receives exceptional care and guidance — wherever life takes you.

We understand the demands of global living and the importance of seamless continuity for your family. Whether you’re based in London, Monaco, New York, Dubai, or Geneva, your CuroHelp Norland Nanny integrates effortlessly into your home life and travel routines.

 

What Defines a Norland Nanny

A Norland Nanny is not simply a caregiver — they are an educated childcare professional trained to the highest international standards.

Every Norland Nanny brings:

  • A Norland Diploma or Degree in Early Years Development & Education.
  • Training in Paediatric First Aid, Child Psychology, Behaviour Management, and Safeguarding.
  • A proven ability to nurture children’s emotional and educational growth.
  • Professionalism, adaptability, and complete confidentiality.

Our nannies provide structure, warmth, and stability — ensuring your child thrives in a secure, stimulating environment both at home and abroad.

 

Why Choose a Norland Nanny from CuroHelp

Every Norland Nanny presented by CuroHelp has been:

  • Fully vetted and reference-checked.
  • Verified for Norland qualification and DBS status.
  • Matched specifically for personality, experience, and family values.
  • Discretion & Security – Complete confidentiality for UHNW and VIP clients.
  • Supported by CuroHelp’s ongoing care, replacement coverage, household integration guidance and confidentiality agreements.

 

A Legacy of Excellence

For over a century, Norland Nannies have set the gold standard in private childcare.
At CuroHelp, we honour that legacy by connecting families with exceptional professionals who bring the same timeless care, grace, and professionalism — wherever in the world you call home.

Types of Norland Nanny

 

Every Norland Nanny is a highly trained childcare expert educated at the world-renowned Norland College in Bath, England.
While each nanny upholds Norland’s standards of excellence, there are different types of Norland professionals, depending on experience, specialism, and family requirements.

 

Norland Nanny (Qualified)

Fully qualified with a Norland Diploma or Degree and several years’ professional experience in private households.
They provide a complete blend of educational care, structure, and emotional support for children from newborn to school age.

Ideal for:
Families seeking an experienced professional for long-term placements, live-in or live-out.

Typical duties:

  • Daily care, routines, and early learning activities.
  • Supporting developmental milestones and emotional wellbeing.
  • Travel with the family as required.
  • Liaising with schools, tutors, and healthcare professionals.

 

Norland Maternity Nanny / Maternity Practitioner

Specialised in newborn and postnatal care, these nannies often hold additional qualifications in maternity nursing or newborn management.
They support both mother and baby through the early weeks, establishing routines and confidence.

Ideal for:
New parents, high-travel families, or postnatal support requirements.

Typical duties:

  • 24-hour newborn care.
  • Breastfeeding and sleep routine guidance.
  • Night nannying and postnatal recovery support.
  • Travel or rotational maternity placements (2–12 weeks).

 

Norland Travel Nanny

An experienced Norland Nanny accustomed to international travel with UHNW and VIP families.
They ensure consistency in childcare and routines across multiple homes and time zones.

Ideal for:
Families with multi-residence lifestyles or frequent international travel.

Typical duties:

  • Managing travel logistics for children (packing, scheduling, adaptation).
  • Coordinating with household teams abroad.
  • Supporting educational and emotional continuity during transitions.

 

Norland Governess / Educational Nanny

A senior Norland-trained professional focusing on academic, behavioural, and personal development.
They often work alongside tutors or homeschooling systems and support etiquette and social learning.

Ideal for:
School-age children and families prioritising structured education and manners.

Typical duties:

  • Private tutoring and homework support.
  • Educational planning, cultural outings, and developmental milestones.
  • Social etiquette and communication development.
  • Coordination with teachers and specialists.

 

Norland SEN Nanny

Specially trained or experienced in supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) — such as ASD, ADHD, or learning differences — while maintaining the Norland ethos of structure, compassion, and calm.

Ideal for:
Families seeking dedicated care for neurodiverse children in a safe, nurturing setting.

Typical duties:

  • One-to-one SEN care.
  • Collaboration with therapists and educational specialists.
  • Behavioural and sensory support.
  • Adapted learning and communication approaches.

 

Norland Head Nanny / Senior Norland Nanny

A highly experienced Norland professional who may manage or supervise other household nannies or childcare staff.
They ensure consistency across multiple children or residences and often report directly to the Chief of Staff or Principal.

Ideal for:
Large households or families with multiple residences and staff teams.

Typical duties:

  • Oversight of childcare operations and junior staff.
  • Training and mentoring of assistant nannies.
  • Coordination with estate or family office.
  • High-level family liaison and travel support.

 

Norland Temporary / Rotational Nanny

Available for short-term or rotational contracts, ensuring consistent care through shared schedules or seasonal placements.
Rotational Norland Nannies often work in two-weeks-on / two-weeks-off or similar patterns for continuous coverage.

Ideal for:
Families requiring 24/7 care coverage, travel flexibility, or temporary maternity cover.

Typical duties:

  • Continuous care during principal’s travel or absence.
  • Transition support during family relocations.
  • Temporary relief for permanent staff.

Norland Nanny Duties

 

Childcare & Daily Routine

  • Provide attentive, loving, and professional care for children of all ages (typically newborn to school age).
  • Establish and manage consistent daily routines including meals, naps, school runs, and bedtime.
  • Maintain a safe, calm, and structured environment at all times.
  • Respond sensitively to the child’s emotional and physical needs.
  • Encourage positive behaviour, manners, and independence.

 

Educational & Developmental Support

  • Plan and deliver age-appropriate learning activities, creative play, and developmental exercises.
  • Support language, cognitive, and motor skill development.
  • Liaise with teachers, tutors, and therapists to align with educational goals.
  • Foster curiosity, confidence, and social awareness.
  • Encourage reading, music, and imaginative play.

 

Health, Nutrition & Wellbeing

  • Prepare and serve healthy, balanced meals and snacks for children.
  • Maintain hygiene standards in all childcare and meal areas.
  • Administer basic first aid when necessary.
  • Monitor health, growth, and wellbeing; report any concerns to parents.
  • Promote outdoor activity, sports, and good sleep habits.

 

Household & Organisational Support

  • Manage children’s laundry, wardrobe, and belongings.
  • Keep nurseries, bedrooms, and play areas organised and clean.
  • Pack and prepare for holidays, travel, and school events.
  • Coordinate with other household staff (housekeepers, chefs, drivers, tutors).
  • Respect household routines, values, and privacy protocols.

 

Family Liaison & Communication

  • Communicate daily with parents regarding progress, milestones, and routines.
  • Provide regular updates, reports, or journals if requested.
  • Maintain discretion, trust, and loyalty at all times.
  • Represent the family and CuroHelp with professionalism in all interactions.

 

Travel & Lifestyle Flexibility

  • Accompany the family on domestic or international travel, adapting to changing schedules and environments.
  • Ensure routine and stability for the children while travelling.
  • Manage logistics such as packing, childcare items, and travel documentation.
  • Confidently care for children in new or unfamiliar settings.

 

Safety, Safeguarding & Confidentiality

  • Maintain the highest standards of child safety and safeguarding.
  • Keep full confidentiality regarding family matters, travel, and household details.
  • Adhere to CuroHelp’s Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Addendum, and NDA.
  • Ensure all activities and environments comply with health and safety best practices.

 

Additional Specialist Duties (as applicable)

Depending on family requirements, a Norland Nanny may also:

  • Provide newborn and maternity support (feeding, sleep training, postnatal recovery).
  • Work alongside therapists or educational specialists for children with SEN needs.
  • Manage rotational schedules across multi-residence households.
  • Support with etiquette, cultural awareness, and social education.

Core Skills of a Norland Nanny

 

Child Development Expertise

  • Profound understanding of early years education and developmental milestones.
  • Skilled in applying the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework.
  • Ability to identify and respond to developmental, emotional, and behavioural needs.
  • Experienced in supporting children from newborn through to school age.

 

Educational & Creative Enrichment

  • Designs structured, age-appropriate activities that encourage curiosity and learning.
  • Incorporates play, art, music, reading, and outdoor exploration into daily routines.
  • Encourages early literacy, numeracy, and social development.
  • Balances fun, discipline, and independence through gentle, guided learning.

 

Emotional Intelligence & Behavioural Management

  • Nurtures emotional wellbeing through empathy, patience, and positive reinforcement.
  • Implements calm, consistent behaviour strategies.
  • Supports confidence, resilience, and social skills.
  • Builds trusting relationships with both children and parents.

 

Health, Nutrition & Hygiene

  • Knowledge of child nutrition and balanced meal planning.
  • Ensures high standards of cleanliness and safety at all times.
  • Recognises signs of illness or distress and acts promptly.
  • Fully trained in Paediatric First Aid and safeguarding procedures.

 

Organisation & Household Management

  • Manages children’s wardrobes, belongings, and schedules with precision.
  • Coordinates school runs, appointments, and extracurricular activities.
  • Maintains children’s spaces — tidy, organised, and nurturing.
  • Works collaboratively within staffed households, ensuring seamless coordination.

 

Travel & Multi-Residence Adaptability

  • Experienced in international travel and multi-location childcare.
  • Maintains consistency in routines and structure across different time zones.
  • Prepares travel logistics — packing, documentation, and childcare essentials.
  • Culturally aware, flexible, and calm in dynamic environments.

 

Safeguarding, Discretion & Professional Conduct

  • Comprehensive understanding of child protection protocols and confidentiality.
  • Trained in ethical, non-intrusive childcare practices.
  • Maintains absolute discretion within UHNW and VIP households.
  • Adheres to CuroHelp’s Code of Conduct and Confidentiality Addendum.

 

Specialist Skills (as applicable)

Many Norland Nannies also hold specialist experience or certifications in:

  • Newborn and maternity care (sleep routines, lactation, postnatal support).
  • SEN (Special Educational Needs) childcare and behaviour support.
  • Bilingual or multilingual education.
  • Swimming, driving, or travel logistics for international families.

Norland Nanny Qualifications

 

The Norland College Curriculum

The Norland training programme combines academic study with practical childcare experience, ensuring every graduate is fully prepared for the demands of elite family life.

Norland students undertake a three-year full-time degree followed by a practical probationary year in a private household, known as the Nanny Diploma year.

 

Degree in Early Years Development and Learning (BA Hons)

  • Delivered in partnership with the University of Gloucestershire.
  • Focuses on child psychology, early education, health, nutrition, and behaviour.
  • Teaches theory-based childcare grounded in research and best practice.
  • Provides academic depth in safeguarding, inclusion, and family partnerships.

 

Norland Diploma (Level 6 Qualification)

  • The hallmark of a fully qualified Norland Nanny.
  • Achieved after successful completion of the practical fourth year in employment.
  • Includes modules in:
    • Advanced childcare techniques.
    • Behaviour management and emotional intelligence.
    • Household and family communication.
    • Travel and etiquette within private service environments.
    • Professionalism, discretion, and child safeguarding.

 

Specialist Training

In addition to the core qualifications, Norland Nannies receive enhanced professional instruction in:

  • Paediatric First Aid & Emergency Response
  • Advanced Safeguarding & Child Protection
  • Infant Sleep Training & Feeding Support
  • Defensive Driving & Security Awareness
  • Early Years Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support
  • Professional Conduct & Confidentiality in Private Service

 

This training prepares Norland Nannies to handle every aspect of childcare — from everyday routines to emergencies and global travel logistics — with precision and calm authority.

 

Practical Experience

Before graduation, Norland students complete extensive placements in nurseries, schools, and private households.
These placements give them first-hand experience in:

  • Newborn and infant care.
  • Managing multiple children and age groups.
  • Collaborating with parents, teachers, and healthcare professionals.
  • Balancing structure, learning, and play.

 

Professional Standards & Accreditation

All qualified Norland Nannies are:

  • DBS Enhanced Checked (UK criminal background clearance).
  • Paediatric First Aid Certified.
  • Bound by the Norland Code of Professional Responsibilities.
  • Expected to uphold confidentiality, discretion, and loyalty within UHNW and VIP households.
  • Supported by the Norland Agency and recognised internationally for their credentials.

 

Ongoing Professional Development

Many Norland graduates continue to expand their expertise with further qualifications, such as:

  • SEN (Special Educational Needs) certification.
  • Child Psychology and Development diplomas.
  • Montessori or Early Years Education courses.
  • Maternity Practitioner or Postnatal Care training.

 

CuroHelp encourages all our Norland professionals to continue their learning, ensuring each nanny maintains modern, evidence-based childcare practices alongside timeless Norland values.

Norland Nanny – Live-In or Live-Out

 

Our Norland Nannies are available on both live-in and live-out arrangements, ensuring a perfect balance of privacy, consistency, and care that complements your household’s rhythm and expectations.

Whether you reside in London, the Home Counties, or abroad, CuroHelp will advise and match you with a Norland professional whose living arrangement and personality fit seamlessly into your family environment.

 

Live-In Norland Nanny

Discreet, Dedicated, and Always Present

A live-in Norland Nanny resides within the family home or in separate on-site accommodation.
This arrangement provides maximum flexibility and continuity of care, particularly for families with demanding schedules, frequent travel, or multiple residences.

Ideal for:

  • Families seeking consistent, 24-hour childcare support.
  • Parents who travel frequently or have unpredictable working hours.
  • Households with young children, newborns, or multiple children.

Typical benefits:

  • Immediate availability for day or night assistance.
  • Strong family bond and stability for children.
  • Support during travel, weekends, and special events.
  • Dedicated accommodation ensuring privacy for both family and nanny.

 

Accommodation expectations:
CuroHelp recommends a private bedroom with ensuite (or self-contained annex/flat), Wi-Fi, and access to household amenities — ensuring comfort and discretion for your nanny.

 

Live-Out Norland Nanny

Professional Childcare, Balanced with Family Privacy

A live-out Norland Nanny commutes daily to your home, offering professional, structured childcare during agreed working hours.
This option is ideal for families who prefer privacy outside of core care hours or who have well-established daily routines.

Ideal for:

  • Families based in central London or nearby.
  • Households with clear daily schedules and consistent hours.
  • Parents seeking professional daytime support with home privacy in the evenings.

Typical benefits:

  • Defined working hours and clear boundaries.
  • Reduced household footprint for private residences.
  • Seamless professional care integrated into daily life.
  • Excellent balance between formality and warmth.

 

CuroHelp Guidance

Whether live-in or live-out, all CuroHelp Norland Nannies share the same values:

  • Discretion and professionalism within UHNW households.
  • Warmth and empathy in daily interaction.
  • Flexibility for family travel and scheduling.
  • Commitment to long-term, stable relationships.

 

Our consultants will work with you to determine the most suitable arrangement based on:

  • Household layout and privacy requirements.
  • Travel frequency and work-life balance.
  • Children’s ages and stage of development.
  • Cultural expectations and family lifestyle.

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