Melina's Reviews
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This childminder is highly praised for providing excellent care in a safe, loving environment. Parents consistently report their children's rapid development in speech, social skills, and independence. The childminder is described as dedicated, professional, and treating children like family. She offers structured learning activities, regular communication with parents, and a clean, well-equipped setting. Many families consider her an invaluable part of their lives.
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Below are the latest reviews for Melina. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
Melina has been looking after my daughter for the past two years or so and she has been just wonderful. My daughter loves going to ‘aunty’ (as she calls her ) because she feels safe and happy with her.
She’s truly dedicated to her children and their wellbeing is her priority.
My daughter speech and overall development has improved immensely. She become more independent and knowledgeable. I’m certain she is more than ready to start her reception year in September.
I truly recommend Melina and her childcare setting to any parent who needs a little extra help with their child care.
by agniesan on 15/07/2023
Melina has looked after our eldest daughter for 3.5 years and our youngest since she was 6 months old. I could not recommend Melina and her assistant enough to anyone needing childcare. Our children have flourished in this setting academically, physically and socially, however, what we love the most about sending our daughters here is how much they love Melina and how well she cares for them. They look forward to attending every morning and are always excited to tell us about the wonderful activities they do every day. The girls know her as family and we are so incredibly grateful for the love and support our children have received in the years they’ve spent here.
by JSP on 11/07/2023
Melina has looked after my boy (2 and a half) for over a year now. He absolutely adores her and she treats him like one of her own. I receive regular feedback and progress reports and I am updated with pictures and notes daily. Melina works so well with us as a family and helped through potty training. My son really enjoys his time here and is progressing really well. We are so lucky to have you!
by Danielle on 02/05/2023
Response by Melina on 06/05/2023:
We are so blessed to have your cute boy and lovely family. We continue to do our best. Thank you for your nice comments.
I can`t praise Melina and her team enough. She is professional, kind and caring - not to mention very experienced. I`m amazed how well my 16 months old daughter is developing in her care. She made the settling in process easy, my daughter loves going to `auntie` since week 2. I love that I can have a piece of mind that my baby is well cared for, she is in a clean, safe environment. She always leaves with a big smile on her face and that`s the most important thing!
by Dora on 31/10/2022
Response by Melina on 11/11/2022:
We are so blessed to have your little sweet and clever baby. Thank you
Melina looks after my 3 year old boy. He wasn't potty trained and his speech and vocabulary weren't great as he was looked after by nanny for the past 3 years. Melina has helped developed his speech and vocabulary. He also knows numbers and nursery rhymes after few months with her. Melina teaches him discipline and routines as well, she regularly communicates with us regarding his development and improvement. Although she has children in the house, it seems that you receive individualised one to one care as she knows each child by heart.
I would highly recommend Melina as your childminder!
by vany1088 on 05/08/2020
Response by Melina on 11/09/2020:
We all missed you and your child. Wish him all the best.
I have been using Melina for just over 7 years, my 7 year old son joined Melina at 8 months old, he was born 2 months premature and I was extremely worried about leaving him and returning to work. Melina put me at ease and my son settled in immediately. I could go to work and not have to worry at all. My son has been going to Melina's full time and when he started nursery and school she now does my school drop off/pick ups and knows most of the parents and teachers at St. URSULAS Infant & Junior school. My son is so happy when he is there, he enjoys and loves being at Melina's. She is amazing with teaching the early years curriculum and sets out topics throughout the year. My son is confident and very social and I believe thats all down to Melina.
I now have a 2 year old, and he also attends Melina's full time, since 8 months old.
She is very clean and disinfects her setting regularly.
I would not hesitate to recommend her, she has become part of my family and she is in one word AMAZING! (all the children love her) I would be lost without her.
by louisebe on 03/08/2020
Response by Melina on 11/09/2020:
My sweet memories belong to you and your boys.
Melina has been looking after my two boys (2 +3) for a year now and we truly couldn't be happier with her service. It's the perfect combination of a home from home service with all the structure and learning benefits of a nursery. From potty training to teaching the Phonics Melina has really done it all
by Lara Bia on 19/06/2020
Response by Melina on 19/06/2020:
Thank you Lara
Your boys are lovely and I am proud to look after them.
Melina offers great care, lessons and playtime to my kids (5) & (3).
She communicates on time, keeping me up to date with all developments when necessary. I always get photos as well which is great as I love knowing what the kids are up to during their day (and these photos will be great memories for when they grow up :) ). She is flexible and greatly accomodates my needs.
Thanks Melina for looking after my kids for the past 1 year.
We look forward to many years to come. xx
by Vicky on 17/06/2020
Response by Melina on 19/06/2020:
Dear Vicky
Thank you for your comments.
I have been lucky to look after your boys.
Melina took on my daughter during lockdown at short notice as my normal childminder could not continue. My daughter who is 1, settled quickly with Melina and is really happy there. Melina is very loving and warm and my daughter happily does drop off. Melina does lots of activities and keeps me updated with photos. Her home is spotless and she has a great range of toys and a large garden for both inside and outside play. We will miss her!
by Finn K on 15/06/2020
Response by Melina on 15/06/2020:
Thank you Fin for your kind Review.
It was such a privilege and pleasure to have your daughter and you and your family for that short time.
Wish you all the best
Miss you all
Melina has looked after my son Jacob for almost 3 years. She is absolutely amazing. She takes great care of the children, teaching them so many skills, games, songs, dances etc. Jacob displayed a confidence he had not had before within days of being with Melina. All the kids love her and affectionately call her Aunty. The children are fed a balanced diet and even my son, previously a vegetable hater, absolutely loves them. Melina is willing to adust her availability to meet parents needs and has come through when I need emergency child care. She is worth more than gold.
by Charlott on 10/07/2019
Response by Melina on 11/09/2020:
I have been lucky to have Jacob and all of you. You are in our heart!
Melina is a great childminder who has looked after my 2 children (Daniella - 9yrs and Isabella - 5yrs) for over 6yrs now. She is absolutely brilliant with them. One of the many great things about Melina is how she is with my children and also how they are with her, they absolutely love her and call her Aunty. She is very organised and provides a very safe environment for the kids. Melina works with the parents to ensure she understands the needs of the children and helps them in their journey from babies to toddlers, to pre-school, primary school, etc. She follows the early learning curriculum and monitors the progress of each child to ensure they are on the right path. She reads with them, takes them to playgroups, etc. She also provides constructive feedback for each child in her care. She is very reliable and extremely patient with the children. Unfortunately we have now moved away from the area and sincerely wish we could take her with us. My children still ask after her from time to time, especially Isabella (who she looked after as a baby) and insists on the occasional visit when we can because they miss her. Our experience with Melina and her family is an experience we will cherish because my children were very happy in her care.
by Parent on 29/10/2018
Response by Melina on 11/09/2020:
We all miss you and your daughters so much. Wish them all the best.
Melina has been a wonderful childminder for Nathanael and Nina. She is one of the few minders who care for children with passion and dedication. When i moved into the area, Melina was the only, and I mean the only childminder who was willing to sacrifice her sleep to helping me; due to my work starting time. She has been of tremendous help for the past one year and half, and She takes pride in her work, also she takes very good care of the children entrusted into her care. They feel rest assured in her care and simply calls her Aunty. She is very organised, She communicate effectively to parents and always gives feedback in anything relating to your child. Anyhow, we are extending our boundaries and we shall dearly miss her really much. As well as I have enjoyed her services, my children also have.
by Auka on 22/07/2018
My son has been cared for by Melina for the past five years and he loves going to her. Melina an excellent childminder and has developed with Jenson over the years, he calls her Aunty. Melina has provided us with reports and photos as well as keeping to the relevant curriculum. She is organised and thinks through activities that are engaging to all the children in her care. Her house has a great playroom and wonderful garden for the children to play in and arranges trips out/treats that he has always enjoyed. Not only has Jenson been welcomed in but so have we as a family. I would recommend Melina to anyone that asks with no hesitation. Just a genuinely lovely woman.
by Parent on 20/07/2018
Melina has been an excellent childminder for our son. She is very well organised and provides children with a calm and safe environment so they can thrive. She plans carefully to maximise progression and gives regular reports. In addition, she is kind, caring and friendly. I would not hesitate to recommend Melina to anybody - I know our son will miss her very much.
by Ruth on 17/07/2017
My 3 year old, Elise, started with Melina in April 2013 after I had a bad experience at another childcare provider. Melina provided the reassurance that I needed to leave Elise with her. She welcomes you into her home and makes you feel at ease and comfortable in her presence. Elise found herself in an environment that she thrived in. Melina provides the care and play experiences that children need and enjoy for them to develop. Due to a change in my circumstances Elise left in December 2013. This was an extremely sad time as it was something that I really did not want to do. Her loving warm nature made me feel so reassured that I had left Elise in the right place. Thank you so much for the time Elise spent with you. She really misses you.
by Parent on 31/01/2014
My son Alfie-James has completed a year in Melina's care. She is a very hands on and wonderful lady with an amazing family. Melina knows her children on a one to one basis and updates myself as the parent on the daily activities that took place. Melina worked with me and supported me with potty training my son and very quickly my son was out of nappies and using the toilet bu himself. My son now attends nursery and he settled very quickly thanks to the wonderful support from Melina. She helped Alfie develop the socialising skills that he needed for his future. I would highly recommend Melina to absolutely anyone and i would definitely be using her as my childminder again in the future when i expand my family. Melina and her family have become very good friends with myself and Alfie.
by Parent on 07/01/2013
My son kayden has been attending happy kids home for coming up to a year he is of age 2. Within this year I have seen a big improvement in my sons development and understanding. She is very hands on. Kayden has a very big bond with Melina and loves going to nursery on a daily bass. Her house is baby proof and also has a play room which all the kids love also with a garden. I would recommend Melina to anyone as kayden always has such a lovely day
by Parent on 21/11/2012
Melina has only been looking after my son Alfie-James for 3 months and already i have seen a vast improvement in his behaviour and development! She has a very well baby proofed home and has a huge varitey of facilities for the children including a play room, garden and downstairs bathroom so the children have no access to stairs
by Parent on 10/03/2012
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by Parent on 06/03/2012