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[quote=Anonymous]We had two nannies (not at the same time) who had a child close in age to one of our DC.  Both ended up quitting due to school issues.  One decided to apply to private shortly after our oldest started at a private school.  We helped her navigate the admissions process, gave her time off to do tours, etc.  It was a big disappointment for her when he wasn't accepted.  We helped her with the public school lottery and he was accepted to a good school, but she decided to move out of DC for better schools and could no longer work for us in DC due to commute.

The other nanny applied to a private school outside of DC which cost much less. When her DC was accepted she asked for a significant raise and modified hours - within 3 months of working for us.  My DH and I were very clear on the schedule requirements when we hired her and couldn't meet her demands.

I believe the OP's post is real - who wouldn't want to provide for their own child what the kids in their care are receiving?  However, private school is a luxury when you have good public schools as an alternative.  Both of our nannies drove newer/nicer cars and had more expensive cell phones than my DH and I.  Their kids had expensive bday parties at bowling alleys, etc. while we were having them at the park or at home. A lot of people strive to live beyond their means - not just nannies.  But they don't make for very desirable employees - at work or at home.

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