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Energetic nannies & mannies to keep your kids moving

A nanny who can actually keep up — vetted, active carers for busy London families.

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A quick chat about your family's routine — no obligation. Matched shortlist delivered within 48 hours of your call.

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G5.0130+ Google reviews

Based in Twickenham, serving Greater London

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How it works

We keep this simple.

Richard Goodman and the Athlete Mannies & Nannies founding team at a table with tablets

Who you'll actually speak to

Every call is run by Richard or Ben, the co-founders. They interview every carer personally — no call centre, no account handlers. As featured in This Is Money, GQ and the Daily Mail.

  1. 01

    Free matching call

    Tell us about your family, your children's activities, and your schedule.

  2. 02

    Curated shortlist

    We introduce you to 2–3 vetted candidates who fit your family's needs.

  3. 03

    Trial placement

    Meet your matched nanny or mannie and confirm the fit before committing.

Membership & fees

Membership fees — frozen for 2026/27

Monthly, plus VAT. Four-month minimum, then rolling. Rates from £15–£20 gross per hour for your nanny, paid direct.

1 day per week

£50

+ VAT per month

Family Wallet included

2 days per week

£70

+ VAT per month

Family Wallet included

3 days per week

£80

+ VAT per month

Family Wallet included

4 days per week

£100

+ VAT per month

Family Wallet included

5 days per week

£120

+ VAT per month

Family Wallet included

6–7 days per week

£140

+ VAT per month

Family Wallet included

Every membership includes the Family Wallet

Your agreement, your nanny's CV and checks, your membership and guarantee — one private link, always up to date. No other London agency gives parents this.

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

  • The Family Wallet — your private parent login holding your nanny agreement, your nanny's CV, membership details, guarantee and everyday nanny tools. No other London agency gives you this
  • Payroll handled for you — we set up PAYE, NI and pension so you never touch the admin
  • Public Liability Insurance 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

4-month replacement guarantee

Full-time roles (over 20 hrs/week Mon–Fri) use a one-time 10% + VAT placement fee instead of membership — covered by a 4-month replacement guarantee. If it doesn't work out, we find a replacement at no extra charge.

Full fees breakdown & cost estimator

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.

Results

What changed for these families

Rated 5.0 across 130+ Google reviews.

“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.”

Daily park trips, better sleep, and the boys look forward to pick-up.

Screen time down, park time up
Sarah B. · Twickenham · After-school
“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.”

A vetted mannie stepped in the next morning and stayed for the full week.

Matched and placed within 48 hours
James & Priya · Clapham · Emergency cover
“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.”

Joined the local football group and now initiates play with classmates.

Confidence through sport and play
Emma R. · Hampstead · After-school
“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.”

Kids are fed, homework is complete, and the household is calm by 6pm.

Evening routine sorted by 6pm
David T. · Putney · Full-time after-school
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Ready to find your match?

Tell us about your family. We'll bring you nannies and mannies who can actually keep up.

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