Our Story

Where Cultural Exchange Feels Like Home

Since 2012, we've been connecting families and au pairs across the Netherlands with care, transparency, and a personal touch.

The Sunshine Au Pair team
Serving families since 2012
Sunshine Au Pairs - Our Team
Our Global Family

The People Behind Sunshine

A passionate, international team spread across the Netherlands and beyond, united by a shared mission to make every Host Family and Au Pair experience a success.

Lucy
Founder

Lucy

"Every placement should feel protected and genuinely supportive."
Sally
CEO

Sally

"Open communication, grounded in empathy, is key."
Barbara
Info Desk

Barbara

"I'm happy to help with any questions you may have."
Elske
Compliance Assistant

Elske

"The details matter — getting them right gives everyone peace of mind."
Program Management Team
Carolina
Carolina
Senior Program Manager
Benjie
Benjie
Senior Program Manager
Jade
Jade
Program Manager
Jenny
Jenny
Program Manager
Juliana
Juliana
Program Manager
Peter
Peter
Program Manager
Documents, Visa & Pre-departure Team
Maia
Maia
Compliance Manager
Lovely
Lovely
Docs Coordinator
Jeravem
Jeravem
Docs Coordinator
Blessi
Blessi
Docs & Visa Coordinator
Minerva
Minerva
Docs & Visa Coordinator
Exchange Participants Team
Grace
Grace
EP Manager
Ai
Ai
EP Coordinator
Chelo
Chelo
EP Coordinator
Francis
Francis
EP Coordinator
Jovanna
Jovanna
EP Coordinator
Ruth
Ruth
EP Coordinator
Bruna
EP Coordinator
Follow-up Team
Mona
Mona
Follow-up Lead
Ilanie
Ilanie
Program Coordinator
Zanel
Zanel
Program Coordinator
Lizaan
Lizaan
Program Coordinator
Tamlynn
Tamlynn
Program Coordinator
Marketing & Social Media
Maniella
Marketing Lead
Russell
Russell
Social Media Coordinator
Anli
Anli
Projects & Events Coordinator

Our Mission

To make cultural exchange a positive and enriching experience for both au pairs and host families — through structured guidance, clear communication, and legal compliance.

Au pair cultural exchange experience

What We Do

We handle the complexities so you can focus on the connection.

1

Full Guidance

We guide host families through every step of the process.

2

Personal Review

We select every Au Pair personally.

3

End-to-End Support

We support both parties before arrival and during the entire stay.

4

Community Events

We organize social and cultural events to help au pairs make friends.

5

Legal Peace of Mind

We ensure strict compliance with all IND regulations.

Why Choose Us

Trusted by families and au pairs across the Netherlands.

For Host Families

  • Transparent, honest advice
  • Clear support with paperwork
  • Ongoing support — not just until arrival
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For Au Pairs

  • Welcoming and personal conversations
  • Help understanding visas and expectations
  • Real events, friendships, and connection
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Recognized Sponsor by the IND

Sunshine Au Pair is listed on the IND's public register of recognized au pair sponsors in the Netherlands.

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