Melsmini
Childminder in Great Sutton (also available for babysitting)
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Member since Nov 2011 Last Updated Apr 2025 Last Login 13 May 2025
My Summary
About Me
EVENING BABYSITTING AVAILABLE AT PRESENT. I AM ALSO AN OFSTED REGISTERED NANNY.
My name is Mel and I have been childminding for 20 years. I have 3 grown children one is also a Childminder, one a Primary School Teacher and my youngest now works at the university he graduated from . I have 2 granddaughters aged 12 and 7 and a grandson born april24. I am Ofsted Registered and live in Great Sutton, I offer a relaxed homely environment where the children are well cared for stimulated and encouraged in all they do. Their learning is through play opportunities and experiences and I offer and support these daily. We spend a lot of time outside and we venture out most mornings to explore the local parks farms, zoo , blue planet , toddler sessions, woods play centres etc as social interaction outside their environment is really important and as a childminder I can offer this unlike a nursery setting. I am extremely flexible to support parents whatever their hours may be. I work closely with parents to encourage the best from their child, ensuring continuity of home routines where possible. I will keep you closely informed about progress and milestones with daily photos via WhatsApp and also welcome parents feedback and suggestions as this partnership is a very important part of successful childcare. I have lots of excellent parent references to show how settled and well cared for their children are and how pleased they are with the service and flexibility I provide.
I take to and collect from The Acorns Primary School.
I am fortunate to have 2 Emergency Childminder's available if I am ever ill or have appointments etc, (as long as they have space on the day)both would know the children as we go out together during the day to increase our safeguarding with 3 sets of eyes on the children allowing extra flexibility for toileting and individual interests. One is my daughter and the other an Ofsted Registered Childminder. My holidays are given out in November for the next year allowing parents plenty of time to make alternative arrangements.
I am a member of Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years (Pacey).
I am registered for Childcare Vouchers with several companies including care4, fidelty, computershare and sodexo and also the student childcare grant service. I could register with others if need be.
My Experience
Mum for 35 years and I have 2 granddaughters aged 12 and 7 and a grandson born April 24. A childminder for 20 years and I have looked after children mostly for long periods of time only leaving when going to High school , moving home or grand parents retiring and taking over childcare. I have a wealth of experience and knowledge and support parents with their child’s learning journey. Never had a child that hasn't settled well and been happy as part of my extended family. I keep upto date with all relevant training, and courses that I think will support any child with their learning journey and also all mandatory training. I am extremely flexible working late nights and early mornings to allow parents to work their shifts without worrying about childcare.
My Qualifications
NVQ3 Early Years and Education, Paediatric 1st aid and ST Johns Baby first aid certificate Food Hygiene ,Active Play, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Eyfs training speech and language development behaviour management plus numerous other childcare development courses.
My Availability
I can offer early starts and late finishes for shift workers spaces permitting. I also offer evening babysitting when time permits. Please contact me for my current availability and to discuss your individual requirements.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| After School | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no |
| Evening | no | no | yes | no | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 05/04/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Childminding from £6.00 per hour
- Babysitting from £12.50 per hour
Contact for details competitive rates include all trips out daily snacks and toast and fruit for after school children.Babysitting from £12 hour depending on days/times.
Daily rates available and depend on times.
My Local Schools
- I provide drop offs and pick ups at The Acorns Primary and Nursery School
My Ofsted Inspections
The inspection grades below have been obtained from the Ofsted website based upon the registration number the childminder has provided to us. You should verify this information yourself prior to using the childminder.
My Documents
- UK Driving Licence (added 03/12/2016)
- UK Passport (added 03/12/2016)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 03/12/2016)
- First Aid Certificate (added 01/04/2024)
- Exam Certificate (added 03/12/2016)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Latest reviews
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Mel is so amazing with my little boy and he’s gained so much confidence since starting with her. She takes him on days out to the zoo and the aquarium and his walking and talking has come on so much since being looked after by her. She’s a really caring and thoughtful childminder ☺️.
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Lucy
on 15/07/2024
Mel babysits our kids a more or less regular basis. She is great, absolutely lovely with them, but more importantly, she is a proper professional. Especially as our youngest is struggling with the language (coming from abroad), she always has valueable tips for us on how to support him. She is very flexible and open regarding their immediate needs.
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Max
on 30/01/2023
I have had Mel baby sit two times now, she is always on time friendly reliable and brilliant. I was really nervous to leave my young children but Mel put me at ease to leave them. Will only use Mel now xxx
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Meganl94
on 07/08/2022
I was very pleasantly surprised by Mel, who was prompt, pleasant and caring. My daughter is very shy and everyone comments on how she doesn't talk but there was no hesitation with Mel, who seemed to put her right at ease. I will definitely be hiring her again. Goes above and beyond. An expert at connecting with kids!
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Jac
on 30/05/2022
I’ve used Mel for a few years now absolutely fantastic! Teddy loves going to Mel’s she caters for all his needs. Made us comfortable from the start and great communication with regular updates on how he’s getting on throughout the day. Mel does so much with the children was amazing to see my son thrive and come on so much. Couldn’t recommend enough she’s one of the best. Thank you.
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AlexK
on 24/10/2019
Mel has looked after Oscar for one and half year and we have seen him develop so much in this time. Oscar come home happy and full of joy from interacting with the other children.
Mel creates our WhatsApp group and send us pics and videos throughout the day which gives us a little window into his world while he is away from us.
We have had to relocate back to Birmingham because of our work and having to gain trust in someone new to watch Oscar will be difficult because Mel is such a kind and trustworthy person who put the children first before anything.
We will miss Mel ourself and always remember how she looked after our baby boy and helped him mature into the cheeky 2 year old he is today.
Thanks Mel
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annanm
on 31/07/2019
My husband and I were looking for a weekend childminder for our 2 year old and we came across Mel's profile and we couldn't have asked for anyone more flexible, caring and totally passionate and dedicated to her job. Mel's contact with us when arranging dates to have our daughter is great, not to mention when she is in Mel's care, we are updated on how she is getting on throughout the day and photos to keep us at ease and make us smile knowing she is having such fun. We totally recommend Mel to anyone who needs full-time childcare, part-time childcare and unsociable childcare like ourselves. Mel is very down to earth, has a great energy and best of all, our daughter loves seeing her and we know she is looked after properly!
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Tilly168
on 10/07/2019
Mel helped us out when we initially moved to the area with some evening babysitting. She came recommended from a colleague and she was great! Reliable, flexible and we felt comfortable leaving our 3 year old with her.
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on 17/07/2018
Mel is an amazing childminder she has been looking after my son for nealy two years and i wouldnt want him to go to anyone else. would highly recommend to any one looking for a childminder my little boy loves going to Mel's i am able to relax knowing liam is happy and safe and being well looked after nothing is ever to much and always there to help. Being single parent is hard trying to work and fit around child care but Mel has been very accomodating and made it easier for me to be able to go to work. So greatful for all she has done to support and help me with Liam.
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kimberle
on 30/01/2017
My daughter if 4 has been going to Mel for a few months I took her out of a private nursery and decided to go with Mel.
My daughter has separation issues away from me but since she started with Mel that has all changed she wakes up in the morning at 6.30am asking if she can go which is brilliant news for me when I have to go work, I like knowing my daughter is happy and safe.
Mel is a lovely lady and the children she looks after a lovely very friendly and welcoming.
My daughter loves going, Mel does all sorts of activities with the children, has a very good variety of toys and takes them many places to interact with other children.
I would certainly recommend to anyone.
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on 20/09/2016
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