We have had the privilege of having two of our children grow up with Melina and are so sad to be leaving her (due to our starting school).

From the day we came to view her setting the kids cried as we were leaving and were desperate to come back as soon as possible.

We felt at ease because seeing her and how the other children interact with her is not something you can manufacture. Looking after children is truly something that Melina is gifted at and it shows in her commitment and tenacity towards the children.

My kids literally run in and jump on Melina when she opens the door! Having an unfortunately sad experience with a nursery before meeting Melina, this was so refreshing.

Melina potty trained our youngest child, we just supported the routine that Melina suggest and within 4 days she was potty trained. She really knows what she’s talking about but is also flexible enough to adapt her routine to meet the needs of each individual child. My two girls were very different but both absolutely adore Melina.

She’s honestly part of the family, so much so that the kids have never referred to her as Melina - it’s always been Aunty Melina.

Her setting is clean and very spacious. She has a dedicated outhouse for childminding and the kids love it. We get regular reports and updates and pictures daily of all the things they get up to. They go on trips together sometimes too and they LOVE a good reason to celebrate. Every festival and holiday they will come home with crafts and presents and work. It’s so lovely to see them being exposed to lots of cultures.

Bella’s speech and pattern recognition has developed massively since being with Melina. She started when she was just 8 months and now at 3.5 years old we’re so sad to be leaving.

I couldn’t recommend her highly enough.

Thank you Melina for all you have done and continue to do for the kids in your care.

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