Share the child’s real routine
Explain meals, allergies, sleep, school, play, comfort, behaviour guidance and who is authorised to collect or visit the child.
Walk through the home together
Identify medicines, cleaning products, water areas, balconies, gates, cooking risks and emergency exits. Provide working contacts and explain when to call for help.
Agree on communication and privacy
Set expectations for photographs, social media, devices, outings and updates. A nanny should never need to guess the household’s safety rules.