About

Meet Fiona

Hi, I am Fiona.

I qualified at The Princess Christian College, Manchester as a nursery nurse in 1981.

I’ve spent the past 40+ years in numerous settings, all within childcare. From being employed as a nanny or maternity nurse to a childcare practitioner in school nurseries and day nurseries.

I have set up and managed holiday clubs, a nursery in The Boltons (London), a creche at a golf and country club in East Lothian and was fortunate enough to be childcare manager at Martinhal; an award winning 5 star resort in Algarve, Portugal.

For your peace of mind I am experienced in looking after babies up to children aged 12. I am also experienced looking after children who have additional needs. I hold a paediatric first aid certificate and am a member of the PVG scheme. I hold excellent refrences and am fully insured.

Testimonials

  • Jackie

    Fiona looked after 4 children including our son and daughter at our wedding last month. She was absolutely fantastic. She hadn’t been to the venue before and ensured she visited and checked it out beforehand so she knew the space. Fiona brought lots of toys, crafts and jewellery activities to keep them occupied. It was reassuring to know that there was a fun corner that the children could escape to, especially during the speeches and meal. Fiona was enthusiastic and engaging with the children (and adults!) and we could relax and enjoy our wedding knowing they were in safe hands. I’d highly recommend using Fiona’s services, she was professional, reliable and lovely to deal with. She even sent some pic’s of us and the kids playing at the wedding.

  • Scott & Claire

    Planning our wedding we thought we would be able to manage our three kids, including one-year-old twins between ourselves and family, however the nearer the wedding got we realised this wouldn’t be the best idea. I searched for wedding nannies and soon found Top Notch event Nanny on Facebook, it looked to be a good professional business with some good recommendations. It was short notice, but I sent them an enquiry message. Fiona was quick to reply and outline the options she could offer along with the price. After some discussion around requirements I was happy to go ahead with Fiona, only one nanny was required and it was a reasonable priced quote.

    Communication leading to the wedding was great with Fiona replying to any queries promptly and was ready for the wedding. She had a comprehensive registration form on her site outlining necessary contact and medical info etc.

    Fiona arrived on time at the venue and immediately put me at ease. She was well presented, professional and cheery. Upon her first interaction with the children it was clear that she had plenty of experience and managed them with ease. She listened to what their needs were and what our routines with them were. I was entirely happy leaving our kids in her care.

    Fiona’s service was great and she coped admirably with my own kids as well as other guests children at the wedding. She allowed me to enjoy the entirety of my wedding without any worry or stress about the children. It is the best money I spent for the whole wedding and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anybody requiring childcare. I’ve gone on about it ever since and I’m so thankful we found her.

  • Steve Mears

    Fiona and Top Notch Event Nanny Service are brilliant. Fiona took great care of our infant son during our wedding ceremony. Allowing us to fully enjoy the event without requiring a family member to be on baby duty. I would recommend Fiona without hesitation and will look to book her again should we every need nannying services in the future.

  • Sophie Dale

    Fiona looked after my very active 20 month old and 2 nieces (4 and 2) in addition to several primary school aged children at a family wedding. She arrived armed with toys and a big smile, she was a complete life saver. She also looked after the girls at home late that evening so we could enjoy the party. Couldn’t recommend Fiona and Lauren highly enough.

  • Philli Thorne

    With over 30 children at our wedding we wanted to offer some form of childcare during the day/ reception and then in the evening so that parents could relax and enjoy the party. I could not recommend Top Notch Event Nanny Service enough. Fiona and her wonderful team of ladies (3 during the day and 4 in the evening) arrived with toys, books and games in hand and provided what i can only describe as incredible childcare. They played games, sang songs and became firm friends with many by the time the night was up.

  • Alex Wootten

    I cannot believe our luck in finding Fiona and having her look after our two girls over a long wedding weekend. They absolutely adored her from the first moment, and my husband and I were able to fully relax and enjoy all the celebrations knowing that they were in the safest and most caring hands. In fact, my 18 month old has never been put to bed by anyone apart from me, but happily went to bed for Fiona which I think speaks for the love and care she gives the children she is looking after. I would not hesitate to sing Fiona’s praises from the rooftops!

  • Miranda Hogg

    Fiona is just wonderful, she has looked after my 6, 3 & 1 year old. She has helped me at weddings and at home. Fiona is always cheery and kind, all my children adore her.

  • Amy Shepherd

    We would highly recommend Fiona and her group of ladies if you are having a wedding with lots of children! They really put in the effort to help look after and entertain children of a variety of ages. They brought loads of toys, played with the children and sang songs. It allowed us to enjoy the reception drinks and dinner without worrying about the kids being bored or screaming! Thanks again.

We always have a good time

Looking after children has been my passion for over 40 years. It’s brought be great joy to me to be part of some of the biggest and most memorable moments in my client’s lives.

From their big wedding day, to a birthday party, or just to babysit so mum and dad can have a date night. I make sure your little one’s are always safe, happy, and having the most entertaining of times.

I understand it can be a big decision to get a nanny onboard. So take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions and get in touch so we can see if I am the right fit for your family.