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ACE Day Nursery

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Sept 2021)
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4.8(16 parent reviews) ·6A Priory Road, Cambridge, CB5 8HT · Cambridgeshire
Number of places
17 places
Age range
1–2 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2021
Local authority
Cambridgeshire

About this day nursery

ACE Day Nursery, located in Cambridge, provides a nurturing environment for children aged 1-3 years old. The nursery focuses on fostering individual development through a cooperative approach, actively involving parents in its community.

Established in 2004, it operates as a parent co-operative, valuing parental input in various aspects, from organising events to gardening. The curriculum is built around the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, offering a diverse array of activities across seven areas of learning.

Children enjoy ample free-flow play sessions, both indoors and in the supervised nursery garden, which features dedicated spaces for sand play, digging, art, and sensory activities. Emphasising health and nutrition, ACE Day Nursery is a nut-free, vegetarian setting, providing a morning snack, a freshly prepared hot lunch, and a substantial tea.

The nursery also offers a bursary fund to assist families with fees, supported by generous donations from local entities and individuals.

Our ethos

ACE Day Nursery operates as a parent co-operative, valuing parental input and building a community. Their curriculum is built around the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, incorporating free-flow play and diverse activities catering to all seven areas of learning.

What it's like

Babies and toddlers receive a wealth of excellent learning experiences and form exceptionally strong bonds with staff, helping them to feel safe and secure. They move confidently between play areas, make independent play choices and show high levels of engagement, preparing them well for the next stage of their education.

Parent CooperativeNut-Free Vegetarian MealsEarly Years Foundation Stage CurriculumBursary Fund Available

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

The nursery opens from Monday to Friday all year round except for two weeks in summer, one week at Easter and a week at Christmas. Sessions are from 8.30 to 5.30pm.

Food

Morning snack, hot lunch, and substantial tea provided. Nut-free vegetarian nursery.

Age range

1-3 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2004

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for ACE Day Nursery

Last inspected 16 September 2021 · Carly Mooney

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Babies and toddlers receive a wealth of excellent learning experiences and form exceptionally strong bonds with staff, helping them to feel safe and secure. They move confidently between play areas, make independent play choices and show high levels of engagement, preparing them well for the next stage of their education.

Inspector highlights

  • Outstanding quality of education and leadership.
  • Strong key-person system and tailored support for settling children.
  • Rich curriculum including community visits to local meadows for outdoor learning.
  • Excellent communication with parents (weekly updates, photographs, online meetings).
  • Freshly cooked, homemade meals and opportunities for children to be involved in food preparation.
Inspection #10113149 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children regularly use outdoor spaces, for example independently fetching water from a water butt to water plants or to make puddles to jump in. Staff also take children to local meadows for activities such as den building, bark rubbing and blackberry picking, and teach them how to be aware of their own safety there.

Parent Reviews of ACE Day Nursery

4.8
(16)
Ariana Rees Roberts
2 years ago

I was recommended ACE Day Nursery by a friend, and my son attended for two years. It was a wonderful setting for him - the staff were incredibly supportive, kind, and interested in him as an individual. The food provided was excellent, healthy food cooked daily on site by their own chef, and the sense of community attached to the nursery seems to be very unique. He loved it there, and as parents we made long-lasting friendships. I’ve recommended the nursery to several friends, who have all had excellent experiences.

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Angharad Walter
2 years ago

My daughter attended ACE Day Nursery and I cannot praise the nursery and the staff highly enough. They gave her the very best start that they could have, they gave her love, support, encouragement, she was very happy and confident in the setting. The feedback from the staff and management was excellent. My eldest daughter attended a different setting when she was young and there is no comparison between the two, I actually felt felt and feel guilty that my eldest didn't go to ACE as I can see how much better it would have been for her.

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winter kate
2 years ago

Our youngest went to Ace Day Nursery and we loved it. Very capable, caring and experienced staff, connected to Ace big nursery that our son was at- and so we were confident it would be positive experience for all. We liked the social events so that we could meet new families and friends and enjoyed being a small part of the running of the nursery through communal tasks like gardening and occasionally going in to help with a story session or play music. My sisters kids also have since been there- so highly recommended by us

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Sargon Groß-Thebing
2 years ago

I had the pleasure of enrolling my child in ACE Day Nursery. I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the moment we walked through the doors, I knew this was a special place for our little one to grow, learn, and thrive. The staff are exceptional, They are not just educators; they are caregivers who genuinely love and nurture each child as if they were their own. The warmth and dedication they show are beyond words. ACE Day Nursery truly stands out, and I highly recommend it to parents seeking an exceptional nursery for their little ones.

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Reg Myers
2 years ago

Excellent in every way! Well done to the staff for giving our daughter the very best start. Caring, nourishing, exciting and rewarding environment established by the top-class staff who take the the time to tailor their care to each individual child. Our daughter was a little fussy about food but, thanks to the time and attention devoted to her by the ACE team, now eats everything and anything. She’s absolutely thriving as she continues her development journey into ‘Big ACE’! Well done Hanna and team!

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Inspection history

Date: March 2011

  • September 2021Outstanding
  • May 2016Outstanding
  • March 2011Good

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