Governesses/Governors

For families seeking an elevated standard of care combined with educational excellence, a governess offers the very best of both worlds — nurturing guidance alongside structured learning, cultural enrichment, and personal development in the comfort of your own home. Governesses will often follow on from nannies and will start to care for a child around 3 years old, here they will also start to put a focus on educational care as well as house hold care.

What We Offer

At Willow, we place highly educated, accomplished governesses who bring tradition, expertise, and warmth to their role. Beyond childcare, they inspire curiosity, cultivate good manners, and support academic progress — an ideal choice for families who value a holistic approach to a child’s upbringing.

✦ Educated & qualified professionals — many hold teaching degrees, Montessori diplomas, or specialist qualifications, chosen for subject knowledge and the ability to inspire confidence.

✦ Structured learning & daily routine — creates balance, continuity, and purpose, whether supporting schoolwork, delivering a bespoke curriculum, or preparing for entrance exams.

✦ Cultural & personal enrichment — language tuition, music, art, etiquette, and life skills woven naturally into daily life, nurturing character as well as intellect.

✦ International & travel-ready — experienced with life abroad, multilingual households, and accompanying families worldwide. Fully adaptable to different curricula and educational systems.

✦ Traditional values, modern care — discretion, respect, and impeccable standards paired with a kind, encouraging nature that builds confidence.