Our host families come from a wide variety of backgrounds and faiths. Some celebrate Christmas, some Chanukah some Kwanzaa and some celebrate more than one of those or none of the above!

Both Host Families and Au pairs enjoy the cultural exchange aspect of our program. The holidays are a joyous way to embrace each others traditions.

Au pairs from Austria, Brazil, Czech Republic, Colombia, Costa Rica, Germany, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Namibia, Netherlands, Poland, South Africa, Spain and UK all celebrated the holidays together this evening. We sang each others songs, played International games, ate and had a blast together!

Education is an important component of the Au pair program.
Here in Fairfield County, Au pairs can choose from many outstanding colleges and coursework.
Some may choose ESL to improve their English. Others may select math, chemistry, psychology or photography.
The options here are plentiful. Au Pairs on the standard program complete 6 credits or 80 hours.
Fairfield County Au Pairs took a prestigious tour of Yale University today.
Many took in a Yale vs Princeton game following the tour. It was a fabulous day in New Haven!

Au pairs from our group came together for pumpkin carving on the beach!
A lot of creativity shown and then shared with host families.
Important tips discussed on staying safe with the children on Halloween.

“More than words – Courage against bullying”
Westport Arts Center presented works from around the globe that generated dialogue on anti-bullying.
Au pairs viewed the artists work meant to inspire courage, resilience and empowerment in the face of bullying.

Many Au pairs arrive over the summer.
Its a nice time for family bonding and spending quality time outdoors.

Recognition for outstanding, above and beyond loving care for her host family!

Our group enjoying summer at the beach!

Au pairs from Fairfield County enjoying a hike at Lake Mohican.

March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day –    In New York City, the St Patricks Parade starts at 44th Street at 11 am and is held every March 17th, except when March 17th falls on a Sunday, it is celebrated the day before, Saturday the 16th because of religious observances.
The parade marches up Fifth Avenue past St. Patrick’s Cathedral at 50th Street all the way up past the American Irish Historical Society at 83rd and the Metropolitan Museum of Art at 83rd Street to 86th Street, where the parade finishes around 4:30 – 5:00 pm