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The facility has age-specific rooms, including Ducklings for infants, Caterpillars for toddlers, Butterflies for exploration, and Explorers for preschoolers." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Babraham Nursery have outdoor space?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Babraham Nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor play and features a large garden. This space includes unique elements such as a polytunnel, sandpit, playhouse, and a secure wooded area, where children thoroughly enjoy spending time outdoors. Babies can even sleep peacefully outdoors." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does Babraham Nursery support children with SEND?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Babraham Nursery ensures children with special educational needs and/or disabilities thrive. Practitioners work closely with parents and other professionals to provide necessary support. Leaders effectively use additional funding to target specific developmental areas and reduce learning differences, fostering comprehensive development for all children." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do parents say about Babraham Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Parents report that practitioners at Babraham Nursery 'go above and beyond' to ensure their child's welfare is secured. This reflects the deep care and exceptional service provided, making sure children are well looked after and happy in their care." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I contact Babraham Nursery or arrange a visit?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can contact Babraham Nursery for details of fees or to arrange a visit by telephoning 01223 496200 or emailing babraham.nursery@babraham.ac.uk. 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Babraham Nursery # Babraham Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Feb 2022) · 17-18 The Close, Babraham, Cambridge, CB22 3AQ · Cambridgeshire Number of places 90 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2022 Local authority Cambridgeshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Babraham Nursery, situated on the periphery of Cambridge within the Babraham Institute grounds, offers an OFSTED-outstanding rated childcare setting for children ranging from six weeks to five years old. The nursery is accessible to both Institute employees and the wider community, providing a nurturing and secure environment where children can engage in learning, play, and personal development. A distinguishing feature is its dedicated and highly qualified staff, setting it apart by not relying on agency workers. This ensures a consistent and familiar care experience for children. The nursery maintains a higher staff-to-child ratio for two-year-olds (1:4) than the government-mandated 1:5, only adjusting for lunch breaks or in unavoidable circumstances. The facility is divided into age-specific rooms: Ducklings for infants (6 weeks to 15 months), Caterpillars for toddlers (15-24 months), Butterflies (22 months to preschool) for exploration, and Explorers for preschoolers transitioning to primary school. With a capacity for up to 90 children, the nursery emphasises outdoor play, featuring a large garden with unique elements like a polytunnel, sandpit, playhouse, and a secure wooded area. Learning is promoted through play, preparing children for school readiness. They offer year-round care with options for full-week or full-day attendance, and accommodate Early Years Funding for eligible children. What it's like Children are highly motivated and eager learners, demonstrating very good language skills. They behave exceptionally well, resolving differences amicably, and thrive in practitioners' nurturing care, forming strong attachments. OFSTED-outstanding rated No agency staff Higher staff-to-child ratio for 2-year-olds Emphasis on outdoor learning Accepts Early Years Funding ## Pricing & funding Fees are invoiced monthly in arrears by the Babraham Institute. Full fees are charged for bank holidays, sickness, and family holidays, but no fees are billed during the Christmas closure period. The nursery accepts Early Years funding, Tax-Free Childcare, and childcare vouchers. Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) - Waiting list fee £50 - Late pickup fee (first 10 minutes) £5 - Late pickup fee (every subsequent 5 minutes) £10 Good to know - Fees are invoiced monthly in arrears. - A £50 waiting list fee applies, which is waived if only accessing funded hours. - A deposit equivalent to four weeks of fees is required for non-Babraham Institute families. - Full fees are charged for sickness, family holidays, and bank holidays. - No fees are charged for the closure period between 25 December and 31 December. - Late collection fees apply starting at £5 for the first 10 minutes and £10 per 5 minutes thereafter. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Babraham Nursery Inspection date Feb 2022 Inspection no. 10113101 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50179890)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/221547) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://thenursery.babraham.org.uk) 17-18 The Close, Babraham, Cambridge, CB22 3AQ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.21053/52.13308/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Cambridge - [Day nurseries in Cambridge](/search?q=Cambridge) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=babraham-nursery-cb22-3aq-221547) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Thursday: 8:45 a.m. to 5:45 p.m., Friday: 8:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Session types Full-week, Full-day, Morning session (with EYE funding), Afternoon session (with EYE funding) Food All meals prepared and cooked on premises by a cook Age range 6 weeks to 5 years Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Babraham Nursery Last inspected 17 February 2022 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 Children are highly motivated and eager learners, demonstrating very good language skills. They behave exceptionally well, resolving differences amicably, and thrive in practitioners' nurturing care, forming strong attachments. Inspector highlights - Children are highly motivated and eager learners with very good language skills. - Children behave exceptionally well, resolving differences amicably. - Strong bonds with practitioners support children's well-being and learning. - Children thoroughly enjoy spending time outdoors, with babies sleeping peacefully outside. - Partnerships with parents are very well established, with parents reporting exceptional communication. Inspection #10113101 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50179890) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > They say that practitioners 'go above and beyond' to ensure that their child's welfare is secured. > Parents say this reflects how they care deeply for the children and how well looked after they are. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, thrive in all aspects of their development. Practitioners liaise very closely with parents and other professionals to ensure that each child receives the support they need. Leaders use additional funding to target specific areas of development for children and reduce any differences in their learning. Outdoor space Children thoroughly enjoy spending time outdoors. They explore the forest area, experiment with mud, play tunes on the musical wall or push themselves along on scooters to see how fast they can go. Babies sleep peacefully outdoors under a wooden gazebo, where they are protected from the elements. Inspection history Date: July 2004 - March 2022 Outstanding - February 2022 Outstanding - May 2016 Outstanding - April 2016 Outstanding - April 2011 Outstanding - April 2011 Outstanding - July 2007 Outstanding - July 2004 Good ## Frequently asked about Babraham Nursery ### Is Babraham Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Babraham Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Babraham Nursery cost? ### Does Babraham Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Babraham Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Babraham Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Babraham Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Babraham Nursery accept? ### Does Babraham Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Babraham Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Babraham Nursery? ### How do I contact Babraham Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Cambridge Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Babraham Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### The Old Station Nursery, Granta Park Cambridge · CB21 6GP 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/the-old-station-nursery-granta-park-cb21-6gp-259680) - [ Ofsted: Met 1.7 mi ### Abington Annexe Community Childcare Cambridge · CB21 6AE ](/nursery/abington-annexe-community-childcare-cb21-6ae-2747175) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Jigsaw Preschool Cambridge · CB22 3GB ](/nursery/jigsaw-preschool-cb22-3gb-ey479514) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.9 mi ### Sawston Nursery Cambridge · CB22 3UW 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/sawston-nursery-cb22-3uw-221629) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Rosebuds Nursery Hildersham · CB21 6DD 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/rosebuds-nursery-cb21-6dd-2793479) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Shelford Day Nursery Cambridge · CB22 5EQ 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/shelford-day-nursery-cb22-5eq-2666119) [See all nurseries in Cambridge →](/search?q=Cambridge) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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