Ava

My Summary

My Experience

I have 4 years of experience working with children aged 18 months to 11 years, including roles at St Augustine's Priory and St Benedict's — two well-regarded private schools in West London. Through these roles I gained hands-on experience delivering early years education, supporting children's development through phonics, reading and EYFS-based learning.
A key part of my approach is that every child learns differently. I take time to understand each child's individual needs, personality and learning style, and tailor everything I do around them specifically. No two children get the same experience — it's genuinely personalised 1:1 education rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
I've worked with children across a wide range of ages and needs, managing full days independently, planning age-appropriate activities, handling routines, and providing a nurturing, stimulating environment.
Alongside my school experience I have worked privately with families, caring for children from toddler age through to upper primary. I hold an Enhanced DBS certificate and a Paediatric First Aid certificate.

My Qualifications

I hold an Enhanced DBS certificate and a Paediatric First Aid certificate, both of which are current. Whilst I do not hold a formal childcare qualification, my 4 years of practical experience working within two private school settings has given me a strong working knowledge of the EYFS framework, early phonics and child development.
I am currently in the process of enrolling onto a Level 3 Cache Award in Childcare & Education on a part-time basis, which will formalise the experience and knowledge I have built up over the years.
I am also looking to complete a certified Phonics teaching course and a Forest School Level 1 qualification in the coming months to further strengthen the programme I offer to families.

My Availability

I am available from mid-July 2026 and currently accepting enquiries from families looking for a start around that time. I am available Monday to Friday and open to discussing arrangements that work for your family, whether that is full daytime care for little ones not yet in school, before and after school care, or a combination of both. I work up to 4 days per week and am flexible on hours — happy to chat through what you need.

My Fees

• Nannying from £25.00 per hour (gross)

My fees start from £25 per hour, reflecting the level of care and education I provide which goes significantly beyond standard nanny services.
Every family receives a fully personalised 1:1 early years programme for their child — including phonics, reading, EYFS-based learning and forest school activities — all planned and resourced by me at no extra cost to the family. I bring my own materials and resources and tailor everything specifically to your child's needs, pace and learning style.
For context, full-time nursery in London typically costs families £1,200–£2,000 per month in a group setting with limited individual attention. What I offer is the equivalent — and more — on a completely 1:1 basis in the comfort and security of your own home.
I am running this as a professional service and am fully committed to the families I work with. My rate reflects my experience, my dedication, the resources I provide, and the genuine difference I aim to make to every child in my care.