London Nanny Agency
Energetic nannies & mannies to keep your kids moving
We match active, sports-minded families in London with nannies and mannies who have genuine athletic backgrounds — so your children get a carer who can actually keep up, not just keep watch.
A quick chat about your family's routine, your children's activities, and what you need — no obligation. Matched shortlist delivered within 48 hours of your call.
Based in Twickenham, serving Greater London
Who we're for
Athlete Mannies & Nannies is built for busy, professional families who need childcare that keeps up with their lives — from demanding work schedules and packed diaries to school runs, sports, clubs and everything in between. Whether you're juggling work and family life, managing it all as a single parent, or new to London, we provide active, reliable nannies who make family life that little bit easier.
If you need a carer who can keep up with the pace — the clubs, the early starts, the last-minute changes — you're exactly who we built this for.
- Busy, professional families juggling work and family life
- Single parents managing it all on their own
- Families new to London who need reliable cover fast
- Kids with bundles of energy and busy school schedules
What makes us different
Every nanny and mannie in our network loves being active, bringing energy, play and encouragement to the hours that usually disappear into screens.
Active role models
Carers who genuinely love being on the move, whether that’s football in the park, races in the garden, or a splash at the pool.
Play that gets them moving
Less screen time, more games, activities and outdoor adventure — after-school hours built around fun that just happens to be active.
Reliable, vetted people
Enhanced DBS, First Aid, verified references and a face-to-face interview before anyone meets your family.
They've lived it
Carers who understand what raising an active kid actually takes.
Our commitment
Less screen time, more play
We do not park children in front of tablets. Our carers plan the hours around movement, games and real-world activities so your children come home tired, happy and ready for the evening — not glued to a screen.
Movement first
Every afternoon is planned around play, games and physical activity before screens are considered.
Real-world engagement
Parks, gardens, sports, crafts and friends — not endless tablet or TV time.
Parents kept in the loop
Clear updates on what happened, how the children ate, and what they enjoyed most.
Flexible to your family
We adapt the routine to your household, school clubs and children’s energy levels.
A typical after-school day
A balanced routine with more responsibility, sport, and structured homework time.
- 3:30pm
School pick-up
Meet at the school gate or agreed collection point with a quick check-in on the day.
- 4:00pm
Play & sport time
Park, garden games, a kickabout, a swim or simply running around — movement first.
- 5:00pm
After-school activities
Clubs, playdates or structured sessions dropped off and picked up on time.
- 6:00pm
Homework
Quiet table time with support and encouragement, not screens as the default.
- 6:45pm
Dinner
A simple, balanced meal prepared or served alongside the children.
- 7:15pm
Household tidy & other duties
Lunchboxes, uniforms, toys away and the kitchen reset — ready for tomorrow.
Timings are a guide and are tailored to each family, school and child.
Our services
From after-school cover to coaches and emergency help
Every placement is matched to your family's schedule, sports and personality. Tap any service to see what's included and what it costs.
Guaranteed replacement cover
If your regular nanny is away or calls in sick, we activate our emergency nanny pool straight away — matched profiles, a quick intro call, and cover in place the same day where needed.
How it works
We keep this simple.
- 01
Free matching call
Tell us about your family, your children's activities, and your schedule.
- 02
Curated shortlist
We introduce you to 2–3 vetted candidates who fit your family's needs.
- 03
Trial placement
Meet your matched nanny or mannie and confirm the fit before committing.
Membership & fees
Membership fees — frozen for 2026/27
After-school nanny membership is based on a 4-month minimum sign-up, then continues on a rolling monthly basis. Rates below are per month, plus VAT.
1 day per week
£50
+ VAT per month
2 days per week
£70
+ VAT per month
3 days per week
£80
+ VAT per month
4 days per week
£100
+ VAT per month
5 days per week
£120
+ VAT per month
6–7 days per week
£140
+ VAT per month
Ad hoc, emergency, holiday & placement fees
- Ad hoc / emergency — 1–4 hours£15 + VAT / day
- Ad hoc / emergency — 4+ hours£20 + VAT / day
- Holiday or longer bookings — over 1 week£150 + VAT / week
- Placement fee — over 20 hours/week Mon–Fri10% + VAT of annual nanny pay
What's included
- Guaranteed backup care — if your nanny is sick or unavailable, we find cover fast
- Ongoing placement support long after the first day
- WhatsApp support, 7 days a week
- Fully vetted nannies and mannies — Enhanced DBS, references, ID and Right to Work checks
- Transparent, honest pricing — no hidden fees, no surprises
- Access to holiday care, babysitters, weekend cover and SEN-aware carers
Hourly rate estimator
Pick an experience level and care pattern to see a guide hourly rate, the fee that applies and what your cover includes.
Based on 3 days per week: £80 + VAT / month
Confident with routines, school runs, meal prep, active play and multiple children.
- 4-month minimum sign-up, then rolling monthly — frozen for 2026/27.
- Guaranteed backup cover if your nanny is sick or unavailable.
- Ongoing placement support and WhatsApp support, 7 days a week.
This is a guide only — final rates depend on hours, duties, qualifications and specific family requirements.
4-month replacement guarantee
For roles over 20 hours per week (Mon–Fri) that use our one-time placement fee, your placement is covered by a 4-month replacement guarantee. If the nanny leaves, the role does not work out, or you are unsatisfied for a genuine reason within that period, we will find one replacement candidate at no extra charge.
- Valid for 4 months from start date
- One replacement placement at no additional fee
- Applies to permanent Mon–Fri placements over 20 hours/week
- Terms and exclusions apply
Membership fees are separate from your nanny's pay. We recommend £15–£18 gross per hour as an entry-level range, in line with the London Living Wage, rising to up to £20 gross per hour for more experienced nannies.
Every candidate is vetted, reference-checked and DBS-verified before you meet them.
Questions & answers
Fees explained
Everything you need to know about tiers, the estimator, membership and holiday fees before you book your free matching call.
Results
What changed for these families
Rated 5.0 across 130+ Google reviews. Read them on Google
“After two weeks with our Athlete Manny, my two boys were actually asking to go to the park instead of reaching for the iPad. The energy and structure he brings to pick-up has changed our whole routine.”Screen time down, park time up
“We needed someone reliable who could handle the school run and keep up with our daughter's non-stop movement. The shortlist arrived within a day and the fit was immediate.”Matched and placed within 48 hours
“Our son was nervous about new clubs and social situations. The team matched us with someone who built his confidence through football and games — now he looks forward to Tuesdays.”Confidence through sport and play
“As a single parent juggling work and two kids, I needed more than a sitter. The after-school routine they designed means homework, dinner and prep are handled before I'm home.”Evening routine sorted by 6pm
Real families, real results
The problem
The Hargreaves family had two high-energy boys, ages 7 and 9, with no structure after school and constant battles over screen time.
The match
We placed James, a former county-level swimmer and football coach, as their after-school mannie.
The result
Within the first month, both boys were doing daily outdoor activity, screen time dropped by more than half on weekdays, and bedtime battles eased because the kids were finally tired in the good way.
"James has been a game-changer for our boys — they ask when he's coming back on his days off."
Ready to find your match?
Tell us about your family. We'll bring you nannies and mannies who can actually keep up.
Book a free 15-minute matching callMatched shortlist delivered within 48 hours of your call.
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