Looking for some childcare inspiration? Let’s start with Hollywood!

1. Mary Poppins

This classic Disney movie mixes childcare with magic – in the most Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious way!

Disclaimer: We can’t guarantee that you will arrive to your host family by flying umbrella

2. Mary Poppins Returns

In this sequel to the original, Mary Poppins Returns is a modernised version of the well-loved story. Magical adventures to be expected!

3. Mrs Doubtfire

Robin Williams portrays a divorced man dressing up as a old female nanny called Mrs Doubtfire, in an attempt to spend more time with his kids!

Spoiler Alert: Things don’t quite go to plan

4. Nanny McPhee

A charming tale of seven mischievous children who chase away every nanny that tries to look after them…until they meet their match, the mysterious Nanny McPhee!

(Yes it may have helped that she has magic powers…but a kind, loving nature also works just fine!)

5. The Willoughbys

New to Netflix, this animated movie shows 4 siblings embarking on an adventure to find the true meaning of family, helped along by their new nanny

6. The Sound Of Music

Maria is sent to be a teacher and nanny for 7 children, and eventually wins their love with her caring personality, enthusiasm, and music…LOTS of music

DID YOU KNOW… this classic movie is based on a true story?

7. Daddy Day Care

This family comedy starring Eddy Murphy is about two men starting their own Day Care centre …and all the chaos that follows!

8. The Nanny Diaries

Scarlett Johansson plays a college student that takes a job as a Nanny for a wealthy family – and their spoiled son – in New York City!

9. Kindergarten Cop

Arnold Schwarzenegger stars in this action-comedy film as a detective, who goes undercover as a kindergarten teacher in order to catch a criminal

10. The Pacifier

A Navy SEAL gets a new assignment – to protect and look after 5 mischievous kids from some bad guys. Of course, he realizes childcare isn’t as easy as he thought…but then soon learns how rewarding it can be!

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