Koru Kids connects families with vetted nannies for after-school and full-day childcare needs across the UK. The platform streamlines the search, messaging, and interview process for parents seeking flexible care solutions. Additionally, the service manages the legal employment aspects, including payroll and compliance, for families hiring a nanny.
Funding
$22.4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Many families struggle to find reliable and flexible childcare options that fit their specific needs and schedules. Traditional methods of finding and managing childcare can be time-consuming and administratively burdensome for parents. This can lead to stress and difficulty in balancing work and family responsibilities.
Solution
Koru Kids offers a platform that connects families with vetted nannies, providing personalized childcare solutions, including after-school and full-day care. The service streamlines the hiring process by handling contracts, background checks, insurance, and payroll. Koru Kids simplifies the process of finding, hiring, and managing a nanny, giving parents peace of mind and enabling them to balance their work and family lives more effectively. The platform provides employer support, taking care of HMRC registration and pension setup.
Target Audience
The primary target audience is families seeking flexible and reliable childcare solutions, including after-school care, full-day care, and nursery pick-up services.
Features
- Nanny profiles with detailed information and background checks
- Tools for messaging and scheduling interviews with potential nannies
- Automated contract generation and management
- Integrated payroll and tax management services
- Nanny public liability insurance
- Support for HMRC registration and pension contributions
- Ongoing training and support for nannies