Melanie's Reviews
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5 out of 5
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Mel and Lee have had my son since he was 4 months old and finding them has been a complete blessing. I was very nervous leaving him with anyone but as soon as I met Mel and Lee I was filled with confidence. I work shifts and they have been very flexible with extra hours etc. Luca smiles from ear to ear when we get to their house and that is exactly what any parent wants when trusting someone else with their child. We can’t thank them enough and will miss them a great deal.
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indiaks
on 24/10/2024
We have been using Mel and Lee for the last 7 years. They have been very accommodating when needed and my children have loved going there.
The children go on many different trips including soft play, the park and various walks in different locations. I would definitely recommend.
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Caru
on 03/09/2024
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melanie
on 05/09/2024:
Hi Caru’s
We wish you and Matt the very best in the future, Emma and Ellis are are credit to you, and we wish them the very best for the future, and thank you for placing your children with us and look forward to seeing them in their future roles.
I am beyond grateful for the exceptional care Mel & Lee have provided for my three-year-old over the past year. Their dedication, warmth, and professionalism have made a profound impact on my child's development and happiness. Every day, Mel & Lee created a nurturing and stimulating environment, filled with fun activities, educational play, and loving guidance. My daughter eagerly looked forward to spending time with them and it was clear how much they genuinely cared for each child in their care. As my little one transitions to full-time school, I can't thank Mel & Lee enough. I wholeheartedly recommend them to any parent seeking a compassionate and trustworthy caregiver. They are truly a gem!
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Rachel
on 18/07/2024
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melanie
on 24/07/2024:
Thank you so much for your kind words, it’s been a pleasure to care for Nova and wish her well in full time school
We have been with Mel for 6 years for wrap around care for our two children at the start and end of school days, which involves drop-off and collection from school. There has always been good, clear communication and Mel has worked hard not only to keep them safe, but also happy and entertained. There is regular feedback about our children and their day at pick-up time. The environment is calm, warm and comfortable. The children enjoy the garden in the summer and trips to the park. Our 2 always enjoy the food and look forward to their favourites every week! We are very lucky to have found a childminder so reliable, trustworthy and enthusiastic to look after our two children.
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Caroline
on 18/07/2023
My son has attended mels for a year, she welcomed him into her home, my son has enjoyed his time with Mel. She goes above and beyond, she keeps me updated on what they have been doing and what my son has eaten.
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Ffion
on 28/06/2023
My 5 year old has been taken care of by Mel and Lee for over 2 years. Originally they provided wrap around care going into school drop offs when we moved to full time school. I honestly could not recommend them enough, my daughter is a very shy child who had separation issues when first placed into childcare - Mel and Lee dealt with the situation amazingly. I could have asked for more from a childminders it felt as though a member of the family was taking care of her. They have always kept me fully up to date with her progress and how her days has gone even if it’s just to let me know she has made it to school. I recommend them as childminders to a close friend of ours as I was confident that all children would fit in well here.
My daughter and I are very sad to leave but due to a house move we are changing school so no longer in their area. Mel and Lee changed our opinion of childminders and we can’t thank them enough for taking care of our daughter like she was part of their family.
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l walter
on 27/04/2021
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melanie
on 04/05/2021:
Thank you so much for your kind words.
We will miss you all, and wish you all the best for the future.
They have looked after my twins for the last couple of years. They have helped with toileting and the logistics of school runs with my eldest. The girls have thoroughly enjoyed their time with mel and Lee and we couldn't have found better childminders. They are very sad to be leaving to start full time school and we will definitely miss mel and lee and all their friends. The girls have enjoyed going on outings, arts and crafts, soft plays and park visits. They have always kept me well informed and let me know how they have got on. Its nice to know i have been able to leave them and go to work without any worries. Best childcare we have ever had.
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Sam
on 26/08/2020
we have used Mel & Lees services for the last three years,my daughter started full time school and our young son remained,he has enjoyed his time with them and he thinks he is part of their family as they treat him so good,he has made lots of friends and enjoys all the activities arrange by them,we are very sorry to be leaving their services only due to relocation,we wish them all the best for the future and will keep in touch.
thank you for being our childminders.
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apple01
on 27/02/2019
Mel and Lee have looked after my two daughters for the last 3 years. They have been brilliant with both of them, supporting the girls through potty training, weaning my youngest onto solid foods, taking them on lots of outings and adventures and doing lots of craft which the girls use to bring home regularly! The girls have had an amazing time with Mel and Lee and will really miss going to them everyday!
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on 19/08/2018
Mel and Lee looked after my little girl for a year before she started school. They are kind and compassionate and made my daughter feel so welcome in their home. They do lots of day trips and interesting things at home. My daughter loved going to them and loved them both equally. I felt really reassured that she was having a lovely time while I was in work and regular picture updates were brilliant. I always found Mel and Lee very flexible with days and their house is immaculate. As a teacher, it's hard to find childminders who don't charge over the holidays but Mel and Lee are perfect childminders for teachers! I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone.
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on 23/07/2018
Mel and lee looked after my son for 2 years and provided excellent care .
By the time Ben left he was potty trained and liked different types of food that he would never attempt to eat at home.
He had formed a good relationship with Mel and lee and was sorry to leave. He still talks about them now.
Highly recommended 👍
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Emma
on 30/04/2018
Mel and Lee look after my 2 boys and cannot reccomemend then enough. They send pictures of their activities like soft play and the park, this cheers me up at work! And bring craft my things they have made Home. My boys are always tired at the end of the day, always a good sign that they have done plenty to engage them throughout the day.
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Julia
on 27/04/2018
MEL AND LEE LOOKED AFTER OUR DAUGHTER,FOR OVER A YEAR TILL SHE STARTED FULL-TIME SCHOOL,SHE IS VERY QUIET BUT SETTLED ALMOST IMMEDIATELY, WE WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THEM, THEY VISIT LOCAL SOFT-PLAYS AND MY DAUGHTER LIKES VISITING THE LIBRARY. WE STILL USE THEIR SERVICES FOR INSET DAYS AND HOLIDAYS.
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apple01
on 08/02/2018
My Owen has been with Mel and Lee for around 7 months and is finishing with them today as he starts full time school in september.
I cannot recommend Mel and Lee enough, they have been absolutely fabulous with Owen. Owen has loved being with them and they treat all the kids as their own. They go out places and do things normal nurseries wouldn't be able to do.
Mel is very flexible and is always keeping me updated and sending me photos of things they've done or places they've been.
I know Owen will miss being with them and I can't thank them enough for everything, I would recommend them to anyone. Never meet such a lovely friendly happy couple. Just wish I'd found them way before i did.
Thank you for everything.
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on 11/07/2017
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melanie
on 29/07/2017:
thank you Adelle,we will miss OWEN and wish him all the best in full time education.
I have been using Mel & Lee for the past year to look after my son while im at work. He settled in instantly with them both, they are very friendly and welcoming, always stop for a chat and and to update me on my sons day. He loves the play room they have specifically for the kids. they are very often taking them all out on trips, soft play when its cold, farms, beaches and parks in warmer weather. Mel & Lee always go above and beyond to help me out when i need them. Thank you both so much! xxx
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Laura27
on 28/02/2017
My children have always enjoyed their experience with Mel, the whole family was very welcoming from day 1 and it took a weight off my shoulders knowing my children would be collected from school and looked after well in their care.
Always accommodating if plans change, flexible for collection time and always willing to drop the children home if necessary. Lovely set up, lovely people and the children really do feel part of a family alongside Mel's other clients. Thank you Mel, to both you and your family.x
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on 28/06/2016
Melanie and lee are very professional childminders, they have look after my little girl for many years, and she has now moved to full time school, we still use their services in holiday periods, i would recommend them to anyone.i have always had complete piece of mind as they treat all children in their care as their own. THANK YOU.
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on 25/09/2015
Mel and Lee are wonderful childminders. Very kind and helpful. I Couldnt ask for more! My children love going there and I cannot recommend them enough.
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on 15/09/2015
Mel has been a complete life saver to us in dropping our little girl to school every morning.
Anyone who works full time will appreciate how stressful mornings can be!
Our daughter was always happy to go to Mel's house in the mornings and I was able to drive to work knowing our daughter was being looked after well whilst having fun.
My daughter has recently moved to a new school and the only real thing she is missing is going to Mel's in the mornings!
Even though we no longer need her service I will always consider her for INSET days and other holidays.
We thoroughly recommend Mel. We think she's fab!
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on 08/02/2015
Mel picks up my 3 year old from school and drops off to crèche. Mel is always on time, very reliable, organised and flexible. My son took to Mel quickly and is happy in her care, if only for a short time at the moment. Mel is easily contactable, which is important, as I do tend to be a bit of a worrier.
I met Mel by chance in the local park and we got chatting. I mentioned I was unable to get my child to school and continue working due to the awkward timings and Mel said she would be able to help. Mel was so nice and friendly and I saw how she was with the two children in her care on the day, that I got in touch. I am very grateful to have Mel helping me out, as it means I am able to stay in the job I am in.
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on 13/01/2015
Mel began to be our childminder in September 2011. Firstly, she looked after our older son, after school. We were so pleased with Mel caring approach to all the children she look after, that even before our younger son was born, we asked Mel if she could look after him when I go back to work. That made returning to work much more comfortable, since I knew that I'm leaving my baby with somebody I can trust.
Our boys enjoy going to Mel and love all the various activities she provides. There is always something on the agenda, picnic in the park, trip to soft play or library, etc.
Most of all we love Mel because she treats our children as a part of her family and we know that our boys are in good and professional hands. We hope that she will care for our boys for a few more years.
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on 11/01/2015
We cannot recommend Mel highly enough. Our daughter was in Mel's care for aprox two years.
Mel was reliable, caring and treated our daughter like part of the family.
I loved the fact that our daughter was always so active in Mel's care, Soft play, parks, and the library were frequent trips.
Our Daughter was so sorry to leave Mel to start school.
I would always recommend Mel to friends and family. I trust her care and judgement. A lovely childminder and lovely lady.
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on 08/01/2015
I have been using mel and lee for almost three years , they are great my 3 and a half year old son ieuan loves going to mels house to play , and also enjoys there many outings and activities . They are very helpful and flexible to help you out whenever they can .they are highly recommended and ieuan and myself will miss them when he starts full time school in September
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on 07/01/2015
Melanie has been our childminder for over 6 years and looks after our daughter before and after school. Mel provides a happy, safe environment in which the children can play, relax, and interact with other children. A home from home atmosphere we wanted from the start. The best measure by far of the wonderful service Mel provides, is that our daughter is so happy being with Mel and her family, which is the most important aspect for us as parents. I would recommend Mel to anyone.
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on 06/01/2015
I've been using Mel for about 15 months for my now 4 year old daughter and have never had any problems. My daughter loves going to Mels house and playing in the designated play room and also loves it when Mel takes her out to soft play. Mel now picks her up from nursery and is always really flexible if I ever need to change a day or time. We'll all be really sad when my daughter starts reception and won't need Mel any longer x
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on 06/01/2015
