Melh
Nanny in Colchester
Usually responds within 24 hours
Female Member since Aug 2019 Last Updated Nov 2025 Last Login 07 Dec 2025
My Summary
About Me
I am a qualified Early Years Teacher who has been working in the childcare sector for the last 17 years. I am mother to 3 young adult children, an animal lover and extremely flexible, open-minded with a great sense of humor. I love being outdoors and believe that children learn best through play and exploring. My speciality is SEN Nannying for Under 10's.
My Experience
I worked as as a Key Person and then a Preschool Leader from 2006-2016, a Nursery Deputy Manager from 2016-2018 and as an Early Years Quality Manager from 2018-2019. Private Nanny September 2019- present. Finalist U.K. Nanny of the Year 2024. Nanny conference guest speaker 2025.
My Qualifications
I have a BA Hons in English Literature and Language and a Post Graduate Early Years Teacher qualification, Early Language Lead, Makaton 1-3, Paediatric First Aid, SEND experience and advanced Safeguarding for Early Years. I have 17 years of Early Years experience and have raised three now-adult children, who all have ADHD/ASD
My Availability
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My Fees
- Nannying from £17.50 per hour (gross)
£17.50
Evening Babysitting £16.00 an hour
My Documents
- UK Driving Licence (added 11/08/2025)
- UK Passport (added 11/08/2025)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 26/04/2024)
- DBS Check (added 07/05/2023)
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5 out of 5
Parents say
The nanny is highly praised for her exceptional care of children with diverse needs, including those with special requirements. Parents consistently commend her ability to engage, support, and enrich their children's lives through various activities and personalized attention. Her professionalism, adaptability, and genuine love for the children have made her an invaluable part of many families, easing parents' anxieties and exceeding expectations.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for MelH. 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.
Mel has been incredible with our two boys both with SEN needs aged 5&9. Having had a nanny previously for 5 years it was a big move for us all and one I wasn’t sure we would manage but she has found her role with us and made a truly special relationship with both boys over the last year. They ask ‘when is it a Mel day?’ now and look forward to seeing her, telling her about their week and events.
She has listened and adapted to their individual and different needs and managed to juggle both of their individual requirements, (one sensory seeking and the other often overwhelmed) during her time with them afterschool when they are often at their most heightened.
Both feel able to talk to her and share their emotions and worries and she helps them (and me) work through them.
She manages their meals, school work, medications and bath to ensure they are settled for the evening before I get home.
She has also been a huge support in applying for DLA and generally navigating the system and battles with school, noticing and reassuring me that as their mum I am right and suggesting things she has tried or thinks might help, but always in a respectful and helpful manner.
Always here with a new plan or adventure on offer or an activity she thinks they will enjoy, but equally happy to abandon the plan if their needs dictate otherwise and to act on the moment to manage their needs.
Somehow she manages to make the most hated tasks fun for them and gets them done without upset and anxiety. Mary poppins for SEN children
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Emma
on 18/06/2025
Mel, We want to thank you for your utmost care, compassion and professionalism with working with my child. We never thought we would be in a position where we had to seek extra help! You completely ease our apprehension and anxieties, and you embraced us, and my son with so much kindness and grace!
My son had such a wonderful time working with you. Honestly seeing his face light up when seeing you always melted my heart! I am sure he misses you! He enjoyed when you brought over your own toys and even sang such lovely nursery songs to him.
I really hope we get to use you again! It was such a wonderful, amazing,
FANTASTIC experience! Thank you ever so much!
The Millard’s
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FMillard
on 09/01/2024
Wow. What can I say. I was so anxious to hire a nanny, to trust someone with my 7 month old was huge. But from the very first interview I was blown away by Mel. She is a natural; so kind, so knowledgable and so full of love. I get sent constant photos and updates; along with all fresh food made for my baby weekly. Mel helped me so much with weaning and advice too! The way she loves my daughter is indescribable. I couldn’t recommend this nanny enough! She’s a huge part of our family.
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Jodie
on 14/08/2023
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