On-Call Babysitting Services
Flexible, Trusted Care—Delivered by Professional Private-Duty Nannies
Kensington’s on-call nanny services provide professional, private-duty care for backup or short-term needs—trusted by families for their reliability and experience.
Flexible Babysitting Plans, Tailored for Your Routine
Whether it’s a school holiday, date night, or your regular caregiver is unavailable, Kensington offers flexible, professional on-call nanny services you can trust.
Book as needed or choose a Signature Sitting Plan for guaranteed sitter days and priority access. See below for details.
Standard On-Call Babysitting
Our Standard On-call Babysitting service is perfect for families who want occasional childcare on an as-needed basis. Whether it’s a last-minute dinner, a school holiday, or a backup nanny when regular care falls through, this flexible option gives you access to professional, vetted babysitters on a per diem basis.
Benefits include:
→ No contract or membership required
→ Pay only when you book
→ Ideal for travel, backup childcare, or occasional needs
→ Access to the same professional private-duty nannies we place in long-term homes
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Signature Sitting Service Plans
Our Signature Sitting Service Plans are designed for families who want reliable, year-round childcare support with a dedicated sitter and guaranteed availability. Each plan includes a set number of sitter days per year, priority access to our most experienced professional babysitters, and flexible features like rollover credits and reliable backups.
These plans are ideal for families with unpredictable routines. They provide flexible nanny care options and priority booking—so you’re always covered, even when needs change.
Choose the Plan That Fits Your Family
The Windsor Plan
24 days per year
Perfect for families who need occasional coverage while maintaining continuity with the same trusted caregiver.
(Approx. 2 sitter days per month.)
Includes:
One dedicated sitter whenever possible
Vetted backup available
First-priority booking
Rollover credits for unused days
Option to borrow from future months
Billed annually at the time of enrollment.
The Duchess Plan
48 days per year
Ideal for families needing frequent support or recurring care throughout the year.
(Approx. 4 sitter days per month.)
Includes:
One dedicated sitter
1–2 reliable backup sitters
First-priority booking
Rollover credits
Option to borrow from future months
Billed annually at the time of enrollment.
The Crown Plan
72 days per year
Best for families with travel, dynamic schedules, or layered care needs who rely on regular short-term or backup nanny support.
(Approx. 6 sitter days per month.)
Includes:
All Dutchess Plan benefits
Crown-level priority booking during peak times
Expanded sitter pool for multi-day or multi-child needs
Concierge support for coordinating sitter coverage around travel, school breaks, or rotating schedules
Billed annually at the time of enrollment.
Pricing at a Glance
Total Sitter Days: 24
Annual Rate: $1,176
Breaks down to $49 per booking (standard rate is $65)
Monthly Equivalent: $98
Savings Compared to Standard On-call Rate: $384/year
Total Sitter Days: 48
Annual Rate: $2,352
Breaks down to $49 per booking (standard rate is $65)
Monthly Equivalent: $196
Savings Compared to Standard On-call Rate: $768/year
Total Sitter Days: 72
Annual Rate: $3,528
Breaks down to $49 per booking (standard rate is $65)
Monthly Equivalent: $294
Savings Compared to Standard On-call Rate: $1,152/year
Rates and Payment
Kensington Nanny refers experienced, private-duty nannies for all babysitting services. These professionals are not employed by Kensington; they are referred to your family as fully-screened independent caregivers.
Families pay the nanny directly at the end of each booking. Hourly rates are based on the number of children in care:
South Florida
1 child: $30/hour
2 children: $32.50/hour
3 children: $35/hour
4 children: $40/hour
Dallas
1 child: $25/hour
2 children: $27.50/hour
3 children: $30/hour
4 children: $35/hour
All bookings require a four-hour minimum per shift, regardless of the plan selected.
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