Hire a Nanny
Options for every family
Kensington applies the highest standards to modern childcare, matching highly vetted nannies to your family’s needs and expectations.
Scroll below to review our plans and pricing. Or, start your search with the Family Application.
What to Expect From the Placement Process
Every successful placement begins with a clear understanding of your family’s needs. Kensington guides you through each stage of the search, from defining the position to welcoming your new nanny into your home.
Understanding Your Family
We begin by learning about your household routines, priorities, and the type of support your family is seeking.
Defining the Position
Together, we define the schedule, responsibilities, compensation, and expectations for the role. This helps us present the opportunity clearly and attract qualified candidates who align with your needs.
Finding the Right Candidates
Our team recruits, evaluates, and carefully vets candidates for experience, professionalism, and compatibility. Only those who meet Kensington’s standards and appear well suited to your household are presented for consideration.
Meeting Your Candidates
You will meet selected candidates and may arrange paid trial days to see how each nanny interacts with your children and fits into your household’s routine.
Welcoming Your New Nanny
Once you select your nanny, Kensington provides guidance throughout the hiring process, prepares a customized Day One Work Schedule, and supports a smooth transition into your home. Continued placement support is provided according to the plan you select.
Our Happy Families
“As a first-time mom, I have never had a nanny or used a nanny agency and was completely blown away by Kensington Nanny after finding them through online searches. They were super responsive, easy to work with, and most importantly…found my 9-month daughter an incredible nanny who she loved and who I felt comfortable leaving her with. I cannot recommend Kensington Nanny enough and would 100% use them again.”
– Mrs. Lauren B.
Choose Your Plan
You’re in Control of the Process
We offer several plans that reflect how involved you want Kensington to be in guiding and managing the hiring process. Every option provides professional oversight and peace of mind, offering a level of structure not found through apps or informal referrals.
Professional Plan – Designed for families who want a guided, team-led hiring process with thoughtfully prepared nanny introductions and professional support through each step of the search. See below.
Executive Concierge Plan – Ideal for families who want a dedicated expert to curate the search, refine the role, and guide interviews and trials until the right match is identified. See below.
Private Client Plan – Built for families with complex households, travel demands, or multiple hires who want a fully managed placement experience with ongoing advisory support. See below.
Read the details of each plan below.
Read: Why Kensington Doesn’t Charge a Percentage → Learn why Kensington uses flat placement fees instead of commission-based pricing, and how this keeps incentives aligned with your family’s needs.
Professional Plan
You want guided support throughout the search
For families who want thoughtfully introduced, vetted nanny candidates with professional guidance throughout the hiring process.
You meet the candidates we recommend, with the confidence that each introduction meets Kensington’s screening, preparation, and role-alignment standards.
Recruiting from Our Vetted Network
You get access to top nannies and/or educators that are already vetted and ready to be hired.
Comprehensive Pre-Vetting
All candidates undergo behavioral-based interviews and child development evaluations tailored to your children’s ages.
Verified Professional References
Each candidate’s references are thoroughly vetted prior to introduction.
Background & Driving Checks
All background checks and driving records are reviewed and must meet our high standards for safety and professionalism.
Pay Package Negotiation
We handle pay package negotiations to ensure all parties are happy from the start.
Work Agreement and Signature Management
We assist with creating a detailed work agreement to help formalize your nanny’s role and responsibilities for clarity from day one.
Day One Work Schedule
A Day One Work Schedule that clearly defines the nanny’s daily responsibilities and structure.
Hiring & Onboarding Resources
We equip families with tools and best practices to support a successful, lasting hire.
Discounted Payroll Setup
We connect you with a proven third-party payroll provider offering discounted, dedicated support.
Replacement Policy
90
Days
Backup Babysitting
Not
Included
Search Window
45 Days
Placement Fee
(per hire)
$7,495
Set Up
$649
Executive Concierge Plan
Curated Selection with Concierge Guidance
For families who want a dedicated expert who coordinates and supports your search.
Your concierge helps to define expectations, shape the job description, and calibrate the search through interviews and trials as priorities become clearer.
You meet the carefully curated short-list of nannies that your concierge identifies.
Everything in the Professional Plan, plus:
Dedicated Placement Consultant
Your single point of contact throughout the process.
Custom Job Description Creation
Built around your household, CareStyle, and priorities.
Candidate Narrowing & Interview Coordination
We select which candidates move forward and coordinate interviews and trials on your behalf.
Onboarding Preparation
So your nanny is ready from day one.
Replacement Policy
9
Months
Backup Babysitting
30
Days
Search Window
45
Days
Placement Fee
(per hire)
$9,495
Set Up
$649
Private Client Plan
Hiring Is Handled for You
Designed for families with complex staffing needs, schedules, and multiple residences and hires.
This option provides a fully managed placement experience with ongoing advisory support.
Everything in the Executive Concierge Plan, plus:
Exclusive Private Client Consulting Team
Ongoing advisory support for estate, travel, and multi-home care needs.
Extended Search Window
Designed for complex or multi-role placements.
365-Day Replacement Policy
365-Day Replacement Policy
Custom Job Description Creation
We craft a personalized job description that reflects your family’s unique needs, schedule, and expectations.
Interview and Trial Coordination on the Family’s Behalf
We handle scheduling, logistics, and communication for interviews and trial days, making the process seamless and efficient.
Search Window
90
Days
Replacement Policy
365
Days
Backup Babysitting
30
Days
Placement Fee
Upon Consultation
Not Sure Which Plan to Choose?
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