Nurturing Nannies

Nurturing Nannies Nurturing Nannies provides weekly educational Nanny and Baby/Toddler classes or playgroup at select venues around Johannesburg and Durban.

NURTURING NANNIES offers a weekly group session, providing Nanny and Child with directed age appropriate activities and exploratory play ideas, which can be continued at home. Each 1.5 hour long session is based on a different theme and incorporates the main areas of your baby’s early learning and development:
fine motor control
gross motor control
sensory and perceptual development. Consideration

is also given to encourage early literacy, problem solving, creative development, personal, social, health and emotional well-being. It is important that nannies are afforded the essential knowledge as to why various activities are introduced providing them with the motivation to continue practising and expanding on these back home with your baby: equipping them with an insight into child development and a toolkit of activities to refer to when playing with your baby at home. During the 1.5 hour long session, nannies are encouraged to take advantage of the various materials and equipment that you may have at home and turn them into creative developmental toys - perhaps with a few sparkly bits thrown in! The idea is to highlight that "there is a learning experience in some unexpected places. It is just a case of knowing how to take advantage of it". So get your mums group together and contact us with a day and time that best suits the needs of you, your nanny and your baby.

Looking for indoor activities during this freezing cold week? A few indoor favourites for your nanny and little one to e...
10/08/2026

Looking for indoor activities during this freezing cold week? A few indoor favourites for your nanny and little one to enjoy together xx

Happy Father’s Day dads!We thank you for the constant support, showing up, loving us and just being awesome!
21/06/2026

Happy Father’s Day dads!

We thank you for the constant support, showing up, loving us and just being awesome!

5 Essential First Aid Tips for you and your Nannies! Including important emergency contact numbers.Ensure you have a cle...
17/06/2026

5 Essential First Aid Tips for you and your Nannies! Including important emergency contact numbers.

Ensure you have a clear list of emergency contact numbers in at least 3 places in your homes, along with your physical address. This will be important in an emergency if a person visiting your home is unsure of your address.


Structured Play vs Free Play – Why Children Need Both! Did you know that some of the most important learning happens thr...
03/06/2026

Structured Play vs Free Play – Why Children Need Both!

Did you know that some of the most important learning happens through play?

🎯 Structured play helps children develop specific skills, follow instructions, build focus and gain confidence.

🌈 Free play encourages creativity, curiosity, problem-solving and independence.

The magic happens when children experience a healthy balance of both! Together, these two types of play help children learn, grow, explore and thrive.

At Nurturing Nannies, our classes are designed to support both guided learning and child-led discovery, giving children the best of both worlds in the presence of a loving nanny. 💕👶

Because every child deserves opportunities to learn, imagine, create and flourish.

🌐 www.nurturingnannies.co.za

Is Your Nanny Part of Your Family?In many South African homes, a nanny becomes so much more than an employee. She is oft...
29/05/2026

Is Your Nanny Part of Your Family?

In many South African homes, a nanny becomes so much more than an employee. She is often the person who greets your child each morning, wipes away tears, celebrates milestones, reads bedtime stories, and provides comfort when you cannot be there. Over time, a relationship built on trust, care, and shared experiences naturally grows into something deeper.

For many families, a nanny becomes an extension of the family unit. She witnesses first steps, first words, and countless everyday moments that help shape a child's life. Children often form strong emotional bonds with their nanny, seeing her as a trusted and loving caregiver.

At the same time, it is important to remember that while a nanny may feel like family, she is also a professional who deserves respect, fair treatment, and appreciation for the important role she plays. A healthy nanny-family relationship balances warmth and connection with clear communication and mutual respect.

South Africa has a long tradition of nannies playing a significant role in family life. Many adults fondly remember caregivers who helped raise them and remained part of their lives for years, sometimes even generations.

So, is your nanny part of your family? For many South African families, the answer is yes. Family is not always defined by blood alone. Sometimes it is defined by the people who show up every day with love, patience, and care, helping to nurture the children we cherish most.


✨ Learning through play is one of the most powerful ways children grow and develop!Through hands-on play experiences, li...
27/05/2026

✨ Learning through play is one of the most powerful ways children grow and develop!

Through hands-on play experiences, little ones build confidence, creativity, communication skills and problem-solving abilities — all while having fun and feeling loved and supported. 💛

At Nurturing Nannies, our classes equip nannies with the guidance, ideas and confidence to facilitate meaningful play activities that encourage learning every single day. From sensory play to fine motor activities, our nannies learn how to gently support and nurture each child’s development through play-based learning. 🌈🧩🎨

Because when children play, they are not “just playing” — they are learning about the world around them. ✨

www.nurturingnannies.co.za

💕 A strong connection between a nanny and child creates a foundation of trust, happiness, confidence, and love. When chi...
22/05/2026

💕 A strong connection between a nanny and child creates a foundation of trust, happiness, confidence, and love. When children feel safe, seen, and genuinely connected, they thrive emotionally and socially.

At Nurturing Nannies, attending classes together gives nannies and little ones the opportunity to laugh, learn, play, and grow side by side — building meaningful bonds and creating joyful memories that last a lifetime. 💖✨


19/05/2026

Nurturing Nannies offering exciting weekly educational classes for nannies and babies/toddlers! Social interaction, weekly homework, fine motor activities, sensory play and more!
Venues in Johannesburg and Durban

13/05/2026

Nurturing Nannies Fourways spending some time with Rouges Radio Station. What a fabulous experience!

Join a trial class today: [email protected]

Nurturing Nannies Fourways on air! Amy recently visited Rouges Radio Station and shared information about her classes in...
13/05/2026

Nurturing Nannies Fourways on air! Amy recently visited Rouges Radio Station and shared information about her classes in Fourways. What an exciting opportunity.
Get in touch for more info and class times [email protected]

Watch out for the real live interviews to follow!



Address

Johannesburg
2021

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+27714928892

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