Nanny Training Day
​​We are committed to organizing one Training Day annually in Zurich and Geneva.
This event offers a series of short training sessions led by industry experts, designed to introduce nannies to key topics relevant to their profession.
We structure the day with enough time for networking, as we believe that learning together as a community enhances professional growth.
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To make training accessible to everyone, we keep the participation cost as low as possible, thanks to the generosity of our trainers, who volunteer their time to support the nanny community.​​
2025 Zurich & Geneva
Guests Speakers in Geneva:
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Counselor and author of Screen Children, Meltem Küskü will discuss how digital screens impact children’s development and share practical strategies for healthier screen habits.
Montessori educator and founder of Montessori School Geneva, Joëlle will introduce the power of the Montessori approach and share practical ways to apply its principles at home.
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Rachel will lead this Potty Training Workshop to equip nannies with the knowledge and strategies to support toddlers (18 months and older) on their journey from nappies to using the potty.
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During this session, we will put ourselves at the centre, listen to our bodies, and allow our minds to be calm. We will learn self-care techniques and practices that will be useful in times when you feel less calm, think through ways to care for yourself while caring for others, and discuss how to integrate these practices into your daily life
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Led by Catherine Watt, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, this workshop will equip nannies with essential knowledge on infant feeding and supporting breastfeeding mothers. Learn how to create a breastfeeding-friendly environment, assist parents in achieving their feeding goals, and provide reassurance when challenges arise. Gain practical insights to help families navigate feeding routines with confidence and ensure a nurturing start for their baby.
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Guests Speakers in Zurich:
Valérie Martin
Osteopath and craniosacral therapist, Valérie specializes in gentle care for newborns and young children. She will discuss when to seek osteopathic help, improving sleep routines, managing reflux, and reducing sensory stimuli to support infant well-being.​
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Join Annasole, an experienced nanny and certified child nutrition specialist, for a practical workshop on fostering healthy eating habits in children. Learn how to balance meals, avoid common pitfalls like sugar dependence, and create a stress-free mealtime routine that supports growth and development. Perfect for nannies looking to enhance their knowledge and confidently guide families in raising healthy eaters!
Join Nadine-Johanna, a highly experienced newborn care specialist, for an insightful session on what it takes to specialize in newborn care and the opportunities available in this growing field.
This session will explore the key skills and knowledge needed to specialize, the various career paths available—from integrating newborn care into a nanny role to becoming a full-time specialist—as well as the training, certifications, and professional positioning that can help you succeed in this rewarding field.
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This interactive workshop will equip nannies with gentle parenting techniques to handle common challenges, with children aged 4 to 11 years old, like tantrums, separation anxiety, sibling rivalry, discipline, and puberty. Through case studies, role-play, and discussions, participants will learn how to set firm but kind boundaries, foster positive behavior, and build strong, respectful connections with children.
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Empathy & Respect: Foundations of gentle parenting.
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Handling Tantrums & Anxiety: Calm, validating approaches.
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Setting Boundaries & Positive Discipline: Firm, kind strategies.
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Sibling Rivalry & Early Puberty: Conflict resolution & support.
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Interactive Exercises: Role-plays & case studies for practical learning.
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Understanding Childhood Development & Behavior: The role of Sensory Play in a child's life
Young children experience rapid development and big emotions, often expressing themselves in ways that can be challenging to navigate. Understanding their growth, behaviors, and needs is key to fostering healthy emotional regulation and strong connections. This session will explore childhood development, effective communication strategies, and how play-based learning - sensory play - enhances cognitive, social, and motor skills.
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Why toddlers experience big emotions and how to support them
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Communicating in a way that makes children feel heard and valued
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The power of play in early childhood development
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Engaging activities using props (scarves, shakers, balloons) to boost learning
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Creating meaningful play experiences that foster independence and connection
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Balancing structured activities with free play to maximize growth
This session is perfect for nannies looking to build deeper connections, support emotional development, and create enriching play experiences for their little ones.
2023 Zurich
Take care of your back!
Health and Sport Scientist.​
Nannies do a lot of repetitive and heavy work - lifting, pushing, carrying. In this workshop you will hear about how you can better protect yourself. Avoid injury and build your fitness - gentle exercise included.
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Songs and Poetry
Jessica Scrimes
Elkiblumenau​
Fun and learning together, bringing more songs, poems and joy into your nanny work.​
2023 Geneva
​Sophrology
Sophie Tissot​​
Sophie will teach you how to deal with children's emotions, help them return to calm, feel confident, and clearly express their needs.
Additionally, she will also provide tools for nannies to help them recover from a lack of energy through relaxation exercises.
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Montesorri
Prémila Sejor Pierre
We hear a lot about Montessori pedagogy, but especially about Montessori materials. But what are the foundations of this approach?
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Supporting neuro diversity.
Alison Wallace
Under my Umbrella ​
A workshop designed to help and assist nannies to detect, give guidance and become aware of the differences in looking after neuro diverse children including developmental delays, sensory processing and medical conditions.
2022 Zurich
​Baby carrying and bonding
Svenja Mänl
Fundamentals of comfortable and healthy Carrying
Bonding
What does it need?
How can we support?
Baby’s signs
How can we help when baby has stress?
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Montesorri
Jessica Scrimes
Elkiblumenau​
The Montessori view of child development and ten tips for freedom and discipline from a Montessori perspective.​​​
2018 Geneva
The Baby-led Weaning approach
Betina Ricci ​
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Positive Discipline- tools on how to limit screen time
Izumi Takase
iPostiveLINC​
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What is reading and how to teach it
Kathryn Naegeli
Kensington English
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Healthy food habits for families
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Being a nanny the Montessori way
2017 Geneva
​​Positive communication with employers​
Paul & Becky Luedtke
Link - The Au Pair Connection​
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Working with babies: safer sleep and changing a nappy
Polly Pupulin
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Am I legally employed? Important facts about Swiss domestic labour law
Simon Moser
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How to cook healthy for babies and children
Recycling what’s at home​
Zuzana & David Ooms
Julian’s Kitchen​​​
Supporting early literacy as a nanny
Ann Lloyd
​Being INA's Nanny of the Year and the importance of Nannypalooza
Helen McCarthy
INA Nanny of the Year 2016
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Uplift your productivity: key strategies to maximize time and optimize your life
Motivational Coach
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Let the games begin! When children are having fun, they develop, grow, and learn
Nicola Fehlmann
kiddieclub
Whenever possible, if the date does not fall within the Easter holidays, we align our Training Day with National Nanny Training Day (NNTD), a worldwide initiative that brings nannies together for a shared learning experience.
National Nanny Training Day started in 2012 by Nanny Care Hub creator Lora Brawley. NNTD has grown to include many international partners and is now being called International Nanny Training Day because so many passionate and wonderful nannies believe in this mission and decided to organise worldwide events. We could not be happier to be a part of this community.