British and bilingual Governesses are in high demand, particularly among families living overseas.

A Governess is a highly qualified teacher and educator who works within the family home, focusing on the education, social development, and cultural awareness of school-age children. Most Governesses hold a degree in Education, along with a minimum of five years’ teaching experience and formal teaching qualifications.

Families may choose a Governess with specialist skills in areas such as languages, music, sport, or the arts, depending on their children’s needs. A Governess can supplement subjects not covered at school, provide additional tuition where support is needed, or even deliver full home-schooling for families who travel extensively.

Relocation to a new country often brings language and curriculum challenges. In these situations, a Governess can offer vital continuity and guidance, helping children adapt smoothly to different educational systems while easing the transition for parents.

Older children preparing for exams or seeking entry into competitive schools and colleges also benefit greatly from one-to-one tuition with an experienced Governess.

Bilingual Governesses are frequently asked to teach a second language - such as Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, or Mandarin - enriching a child’s education and cultural understanding.

While they may work alongside a nanny, a Governess’s role is purely educational, with no household duties expected.

Recognised Qualifications include:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher status)

• Teacher Training Certificate

• PGCE (Post Graduate Certificate in Education)

• EYFS (Early Years Professional Status)

• MA in Education

• BA in Education

• TEFL Certificate (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)