Agency: yes or no

[Momof4]

I think you have come up with a great plan. Since the first year is always really difficult you will have the agency behind you to get you established. Personally, I wouldn't want to go with any agency because that means I would not be self-employed, making my own rules and choosing who can stay and who must go if the rules aren't followed. Maybe the year with the agency will be exactly the transition time you need. Good luck!