British Au Pair Agencies Association brings increased peace of mind to UK Parents

The BAPAA is the only UK association to set standards for British au pair agencies. The Association sets guidelines for support for both families and au pairs to ensure the best possible placement. These greatly reduce the risk of mis-match and rejection and avoid potentially disappointing situations such as au pairs entering the country under false pretences.

BAPAA is recognised by the Home Office and liases with Government officials to improve the process of UK visa applications for those countries where a visa is needed. BAPAA members work with reputable partner agencies abroad to ensure that prospective au pairs are suitable candidates for a visa.

Families using BAPAA agencies are safe is the knowledge that the agency is financially sound. They will receive guidance on how to welcome their au pair, provide ongoing support for them and their au pairs. In accordance with the au pair description, they will not allow au pairs to have sole charge of a child under two years old.

For further information and details of member agencies see www.bapaa.org.uk or write to British Au Pair Agencies Association, Lower Ground Floor (LC&C), 10/11 Gray's Inn Square, London WC1R 5JD.