When we were ready to enroll our son into daycare, we learned there was more than a year-long waiting list for the daycares in our area. We needed a solution and began asking around for what other families were doing and were recommended hosting an au pair. We had the space for it, so decided to try and see if it could work. It was far better than we were expecting as our au pair fit in right away and our son quickly became attached. She was calm, patient, and kind and also helped him learn English words alongside our German. We were grateful for this experience and are looking forward to our next au pair arriving soon!
We loved having an au pair because it was the best way to have flexibility with our childcare. My husband and I both travel regularly for work so our schedules often shift each week, so regular daycare hours didn’t always make sense for us. Having a consistent person for our girls to keep a routine and normalcy for them was so important for us. She would help them with activities in the afternoons and sometimes even prep dinner which was a great help.
I am German, but my husband is Canadian and we wanted to bring up our daughter in an international environment as it is something we love about our own family. Hosting an au pair allows us to introduce her to another culture while also giving us a solution to childcare. Marie loves to spend her afternoons with our au pair as she gets her full undivided attention while we finish our busy work days. It allows us the time to be more present with our daughter when we are finished with work.
We were very happy welcoming an au pair into our household! We were unsure if it was the right decision for us initially, but when daycares became too full and costly we decided to take the leap as our neighbor had also had au pairs before. It was so worth it for us as our daughter had a regular person she knew and trusted to spend her days with, and we had a new person in our home that quickly became like family. The flexibility, trust, and connection we gained from the au pair program was invaluable to us.
Hi! We are the au pair agency of Nina.care. What kind of au pairs do we select? We choose our au pairs very carefully. We only want reliable, sparkly people who really love and adore children.
We guide you and your au pair in every step throughout the au pair stay, so you don’t have to worry about a thing. We get in touch with our au pairs and make sure we have all the right documents, to ensure they are well prepared for the au pair program.
We screen our possible au pairs carefully and support you throughout the whole au pair program.
Au pair trainings
Our in-house au pair academy offers relevant training courses, a first aid course and a pedagogic beginners course so your au pair will feel empowered and motivated in their role as child carer. We have matched more than 500 au pairs already, so we know what we’re talking about!
We take our screening very seriously. We follow all au pair requirements including asking for a background check, legalized birth certificate, and a medical examination, and we ask each potential au pair everything about their home situation, experience with children, ambitions, and everything necessary to really get to know them. That way, we can guarantee the best match for your family.
We are a recognized sponsor in the Netherlands, which means that our au pair agency must ensure that all administration is in order and that the au pair laws and regulations set by the government are complied with. This is a big task because the regulations are complex. In addition, we draw up the necessary contracts, check the documents provided (e.g. payslips) and submit the au pair application.
All of this gives us a big advantage, of course, because we really know our way around the big regulation jungle, which also benefits all our host families in other countries, such as Germany.
Once your au pair has arrived, we ensure all au pair arrangements are made and help in applying for health insurance, setting up bank accounts, and getting settled in their new communities. We also offer regular evaluation points throughout the au pair stay to identify room for improvement and ensure everyone is happy during the year.
An au pair is between 18-26 years old and comes from another country to partake in a rewarding cultural exchange program. They come and live at your house and help you take care of your kids and the household.
First and foremost, you should see it as a cultural exchange and as a wonderful experience for your kids. Secondly, it’s a flexible and affordable way of daycare. The best of both worlds!
In addition to the one-time agency fee of €950, the monthly pocket money for au pairs in Germany is €280.
The host family should also expect the following monthly costs:
An optional cost of rematch insurance of €29 monthly is also advisable.
Our au pairs come from all over the world! They one thing all have in common is that they love children and speak German at at least A1 level (if they want to go to Germany). Most of the au pairs also speak quite a bit of English, so communication won’t be a problem!
Based on the thought of joining a cultural exchange, an au pair is generally entitled to free board and lodging in exchange for doing childcare and light housework. On top of this, they receive monthly pocket money, to enable them to get to know the culture of their host country.
Each country has its own au pair regulations. Here you can find a detailed overview of the rules in your country.
Au pairs in Germany can stay between 6 and 12 months with a host family.
As part of the au pair program, au pairs are entitled to all meals and housing from the host family. They must live in the same house as their host family and should have a private room with a door, window, bed, wardrobe, and desk as well as access to a bathroom. Their food and living quarters are included if they become sick or are on holiday time.
We are a full-service agency, which means that we will accompany you on your au pair journey from start to finish. This means that we support you with advice and get to know your family really well so that we can suggest suitable au pair candidates for you. We help with all official things, e.g. the visa application and look after you and your au pair during the entire stay.
Hi future host family! My name is Cameron and I come all the way from New Zealand. I am responsible, proactive, and warm as a babysitter. I have 5 yea
Hello! I am Magandang Araw (25) from the Filipines 🌞. I have a lot of childcare experiences before and my genuine loved and care for the childrens
Caitlin here! (24 from South Africa) I didn't have any previous Au Pair experience before this year but I have worked with children in the past. I am
Au pairing in the UK is an exciting adventure as the United Kingdom offers an abundance of rich history, arts and culture events, and scenic landscapes to explore. While you will find roots in your local area with your host family, it is fun to spend your free hours and holiday time exploring what the…
Au pairing in the UK is an exciting adventure as the United Kingdom offers an abundance of rich history, arts and culture events, and scenic landscapes to explore. While you will find roots in your local area with your host family, it is fun to spend your free hours and holiday time exploring what the…
