Before kindergarten and school
I help the children put their shoes on and get ready. I can also accompany them to school, on foot or by bus.
Personal childcare with Nadia
The closeness of a big sister.
The responsibility of a nanny.
I’m Nadia. As a nanny, I care for up to three children and help with everyday family life, including the journey to school and homework.
Get to know meHow I can help
A big sister for your family
Time for each child
Children need different things. Some need more help, while others already do a lot on their own.
I take time to get to know your children and understand what they need. I care for them in your home. Together, we talk about what I should keep in mind.
I care for no more than three children at a time, so I have time for each of them.
- 6 months to 12 years
- If your children are younger or older, we can talk about it.
- Up to 3 children
- I care for no more than three children at a time.
- By arrangement
- Monday to Friday, 7 am to 7 pm. Specific days by arrangement.
What our day could look like
Help with everyday routines
Getting ready in the morning or picking up the children later: we agree on which tasks I take on.
Mornings
Play and homework
We can cook or do crafts together. I also help with homework and spend time outdoors with the children.
Pick-ups and evenings
If your children attend a class, I can pick them up afterwards. In the evening, I can prepare their meal or stay while you go out.
These are examples. We agree on the tasks and hours together.
Hi, I’m Nadia!About me
How I came to childcare
Working with children has been something I wanted to do since I was a girl.
I now live in Buochs, Nidwalden.
I first trained in retail, where I worked for 13 years. I enjoyed working with people. My wish to work with children grew stronger, so I completed a second qualification: Fachfrau Betreuung EFZ, specialising in children. The training strengthened my decision to work with children.
I spent two years working as a nanny for a family. I cared for the children from morning until evening and cooked for them. I have also regularly looked after friends’ children. I have worked as a babysitter since I was 15.
I would like to work in that personal setting again. With one child or a small group, I can pay closer attention to each child.
In my free time, I enjoy painting and crafts, as well as being outdoors. I also enjoy sharing these activities with children.
My qualification: Fachfrau Betreuung EFZ, specialising in children
EFZ is the Swiss Federal Certificate of Competence. I qualified through the adult route under Article 32. It covers the same professional content as the three-year vocational programme and focuses on caring for children in everyday life and understanding their development.
The children’s specialisation includes caring for babies and toddlers and helping children settle into a new childcare setting. It also covers transitions during the day and supporting children in groups.
Another focus is observing what a child can already do and what interests them. This helps with planning suitable play and activities. Children should be able to take part in decisions and try things for themselves.
The programme also covers working with parents and respecting privacy. It includes meals and personal care, as well as responding to illness, accidents and emergencies.
What matters to me in childcare
Taking feelings seriously
Comforting a child who is sad is part of my job. When a child is happy, I enjoy laughing with them. I want to notice how your children are feeling and understand what they need.
That is also why I want to care for no more than three children at a time. It gives me time for each child.
Letting children try
Your children should be able to try things for themselves and have a say in everyday decisions. When we play or do crafts, I give them time and help when they need me.
I also carry responsibility as their carer. Their independence and my responsibility to keep them safe both matter.
Knowing your wishes
What matters to you as parents matters to me too. I want to discuss your children’s needs and the tasks I take on.
I hope you can come home and enjoy hearing about your children’s day. We talk together about what works for your family.
Respecting your privacy
As a nanny, I get to know your family’s daily life. Clear agreements and respect for your privacy are part of that.
By “big sister”, I mean a familiar person for the children. My work also means respecting personal boundaries and keeping our agreements.
What ages do you care for?
The childcare is intended for children from six months to twelve years. If your children are younger or older, we can talk about it.
Which languages do you speak with our children?
My mother tongue is Swiss German. I also speak Standard German and English with children.
Where can we ask you for childcare?
I live in Buochs, Nidwalden. You can ask me about childcare in Buochs and the surrounding area, as well as Ennetbürgen, Beckenried, Emmetten, Stans, Horw, Hergiswil, Kriens and Lucerne. We discuss travel to your home together.
When could childcare start?
I am available Monday to Friday from 7 am until 7 pm at the latest. I prefer agreed regular childcare days and am also open to occasional visits by arrangement. We discuss the specific days and hours in person.
Can we discuss the hours with you?
We can talk about whether I could arrive earlier or stay longer, taking into account your family’s needs and what I can offer.
Could you help us on a family trip?
I am open to that. We would need to discuss your needs and whether I can join you in advance.
Contact
Let’s talk about your children
Tell me about your daily routine and when you need support.
Use the form to tell me when you need support and how I can reach you. We then meet in person and discuss the childcare. I share my phone number at our first conversation.
Before childcare starts, I visit once or twice and spend time with your children. That gives us a chance to get to know each other before I take over their care.