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need advice re finding a nanny

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LaSchtroumpfette · 30/08/2009 03:32

We have been looking for a part time nanny mainly to help our 2 years old son with his English (he is bilingual but his English is not developing well as we do not speak English at home). 2 different agencies (each has good reputation in Hampshire, where we live) are looking for someone for us at the moment but we have interviewed only 4 nannies yet. They haven't been able to find us a suitable person for months now. Isn't that a long time to find a nanny? One of the agencies said a nanny with their own child would be a better option to improve his language skills but we have don't feel comfortable with that. The other one said mother's help might be better but I won't feel comfortable with a not fully qualified person either I believe.
I just need ideas and advice re what to do. Please help .

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limonchik · 31/08/2009 17:02

I've worked with bilingual children and agree with Anna - children are clever little things, and if they suspect you understand their mothertongue there's no reason for them to try to speak English with you!

LaSchtroumpfette · 01/09/2009 10:31

We have already recieved 3 responses to the gumtree ad. It is going well it seems.
You are right, we need someone who is able to communicate with my son in English only.

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