Melissa
Childminder in Smethwick
My Summary
About Me
Hi my names Melissa, I have over 13 years of childcare experience from being a childminders assistant and 3 children of my own. I live in the Bearwood area. Our home has lots of space to play and a large enclosed garden for the children to enjoy. We have lots of toys and activities to suit all age ranges. Im am passionate about outdoor play and getting the child out into the community. I will offer lots of days out such as parks, playgroups, and soft plays that will run on a weekly basis. We also will do daily messy play activities with the children.
We also use the Baby Days app, so you kept up to date with what your little ones are doing throughout the day, including nap times, nappy changing, meal times, pictures, and observations.
We are all non-smokers and have no pets. Any additional information, do not hesitate to ask.
My Experience
11 years childcare experience working as an assistant childminder, taking care of children from 3 months to 12 years.
2 years experience as a childminder
3 children of my own aged 1, 6 and 10
My Qualifications
-Childminding course
-paediatric first aid
-Food hygiene
-safeguarding
-Planning and observation course
-ofsted registered
My Availability
Monday-Friday 7;30am-5pm
School drop offs and pick ups to Abbey infant and junior school
My Fees
- Childminding from £5.00 per hour
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at St Peter's CofE Primary School
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at Abbey Infant School
My Documents
- Childminding Agency Certificate (added 27/04/2023)
Reviews
4.56 out of 5
Parents say
This childminder receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents. She is described as caring, attentive, and professional, providing a safe, nurturing environment for children. Parents appreciate her flexibility, communication, and ability to create engaging routines. Children reportedly thrive in her care, developing new skills and forming strong bonds. The childminder is highly recommended for her exceptional service.
Summary generated by AI from the text of recent member reviews
Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Melissa. 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.
Melissa has been an absolute gem! As a first-time mom, I was nervous about leaving my daughter with anyone. Meeting Melissa has been the best decision ever. My daughter has thrived in her care. She provides a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment that makes my daughter feel safe and loved. We started 4 months ago, and I have only positive things to say. My daughter is very vocal about things she likes and doesn’t like. She’s 23 months old, and I can tell she’s always happy to be in her care. Her ability to create a daily routine that is both fun and educational is impressive, and she always keeps me informed about my child's daily activities, meals, and milestones. She’s always willing to accommodate our needs. I feel incredibly fortunate to have found Melissa and highly recommend her to any family seeking a trustworthy, experienced, and caring childminder.
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Oy Uzzi
on 30/01/2025
I was lucky enough to find Melissa in this website, she lovely and my baby been with her since the last 4 months he’s been enjoying himself she always keep me updated with him and he’s been doing the first meeting was great I’m nervous first mum who’s been having a lot anxiety starting a new job .
It’s been great meeting her and her little set up we had meeting and everything went well my work kept changing my schedule!! But Melissa was easy to talk to and accommodating with the changes that been happening he start with one day and now it’s been increased.
She even ask if baby could eat with kids meal rather than me bring meals and I just told her about he’s need and she been very helpful with her having busy schedule and set hours when I was struggling with work time she offered to take him early while she doing school runs which helped me immensely.
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Ayan
on 14/01/2025
Melissa is my 14 month olds childminder, she found me and honestly it was like fate. She is absolutely amazing with my daughter and the way they have bonded, as soon as my daughter sees her she throws her arms wide open and completely forgets about me at the door 😅 she's come along so much in her speech, movement and personality. She was getting so bored whilst being stuck in the house whilst I worked from home and Melissa was a godsend.
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Rebecka
on 12/01/2025
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