Melissa

About Me

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Hello! My name is Melissa, British (born on the Isle of Wight) and I am 25 years old with 8 years of childcare experience (6 as a full time nanny). I am very mature and understand that working with children is a huge responsibility and I'm eager to take that responsibility. My age means I am full of energy and refreshing ideas for activities.

I live with my boyfriend of 5 years, he was born in Italy but has been living in London for the past 8 years and currently works for the Ministry of Justice. I am still in the process of learning Italian and have been having online lessons with a tutor.

I have always been a very caring person with a calm and nurturing persona. Ever since I can remember I have been drawn to working with children and I feel like it is my calling in life to encourage children to be the best they can be.

I adore working with children and believe they thrive on positive encouragement. Another belief of mine is that the outdoors and nature is very important and can really influence and inspire children, I love to have as much time outside playing and exploring, rain or shine!
I also believe children should have basic manners from the age of 2.5/ 3 years old, for example saying please and thank you, sitting nicely at a table when eating and putting their hand in front of their mouth when coughing; (I call it 'catching your cough') these are just some of the goals I can help your child to achieve.

Also from my experience working in schools, I can help prepare your child for school life; for example, in nursery your child will be able to thrive if they can already count to 10+, recognise the letters in the alphabet and their own name, plus basic skills like putting on shoes and zipping up coats. I do all this through play and creating fun and educational activities from an early age. (Your child won't even realise they are learning because they are having so much fun!)

Children learn through play and I am NOT afraid to get stuck in and messy!

Additionally, during my 6 years of nannying I have gathered a large abundance of healthy recipes that I have adapted for all of my charges to enjoy. I love to cook and really enjoy making food colourful and enjoyable for children.

Some of my hobbies outside of work include:
- horse riding (I have worked alongside BHS trained instructors to help teach children to ride)
- archery
- camping
- swimming
- reading
- painting
- writing
- exploring new places
- walking