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Au Pair vs Nanny vs Day Care
Are you thinking of hosting an au pair? See all the benefits of selecting a EurAupair au pair compared to other child care services!
- Affordable, with a low average weekly cost.
- Reliable, with on-going support and EurAupair's 12-Month Au Pair Commitment.
- Flexible, allowing you to create your own schedule and to deal with the unexpected.
- All this combined with Cultural Exchange, as you and your child(ren) learn about another country.
| Comparing Child Care Options | |||
| Au Pair | Nanny | Day Care | |
| Cost | Roughly $361/week. Per family, not per child! | Average $700/week. Cost depends on number of children, geographic region, etc | Average $900/week. Cost depends on number of children, geographic region, etc |
| Flexibility | Create your own child care schedule: Au pair is available during sick/snow days and emergency situations | Lack of night or weekend coverage | Inflexible schedules, set hours; no child care when children are sick |
| Cultural Exchange | Host family learns about au pair's culture, home country and language | Varies | Varies. Family is most likely not exposed to different culture |
| Assistance with Household Chores | Help with childrens' laundry, meal preparation, tidying childrens' rooms | Household chores may be included in nanny's duties for additional fees | NO |
| Year-long Support | Ongoing support through local community Counselor & 24/7 emergency phone service | NO | NO |
