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Chestnut @ Cottenham # Chestnut @ Cottenham Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jul 2023) · Cottenham Nursery, Lambs Lane, Cambridge, CB24 8TA · Cambridgeshire Number of places 51 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 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 Chestnut Nursery Schools, established in 2002 by Steven Davies and David Saunders, is dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education across its network of nurseries in London, Norwich, and Cambridgeshire. With a strong emphasis on fostering intellectual, emotional, and personal development through an engaging blend of learning and play, the nursery group is committed to giving children an excellent foundation for life. Their core curriculum integrates elements like a Forest School ethos and cooking classes, delivered within a secure, welcoming, and loving environment. The team, composed of diverse and highly qualified professionals, undergoes a rigorous selection process and continuous development, ensuring exceptional care and a personalised approach to each child's growth. Chestnut Nursery Schools prides itself on its over two decades of experience, with staff collectively bringing over 80 years of professional expertise to childcare. The institution consistently receives high ratings for its provision, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence and supportive environments for young learners. What it's like Children flourish in this extremely welcoming nursery. The dedicated and committed management team have created a highly stimulating environment. They have thoughtfully planned the playrooms to encourage cooperative play and enhance children's language and social skills. High quality early education Forest School ethos Cooking classes Experienced and diverse team ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 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 Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6.30pm, all year round Term time / All Year All Year Established 2021 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating Last inspected 20 July 2023 · Jacqui Oliver 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 flourish in this extremely welcoming nursery. The dedicated and committed management team have created a highly stimulating environment. They have thoughtfully planned the playrooms to encourage cooperative play and enhance children's language and social skills. Inspector highlights - Children flourish in a highly stimulating environment. - Staff use high-quality interaction to support children to become highly confident and independent learners. - Children benefit from an extremely exciting and ambitious curriculum, based on stories. - Staff give children's emotional well-being their highest priority by creating a culture where children can freely discuss their feelings. - Children quickly become independent and show high levels of perseverance. Inspection #10295778 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226734) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Chestnut @ Cottenham Inspection date Jul 2023 Inspection no. 10295778 Lead inspector Jacqui Oliver Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226734)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2645545) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=chestnut-cottenham-cb24-8ta-2645545) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "Parents are extremely complimentary about the nursery and the exceptional progress their children are making." > "Parents appreciate the excellent support they receive when seeking interventions for children with SEND." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff provide highly effective support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They attend specific training, and work closely with parents and other professionals to ensure that children receive tailored, individual programmes of support. The manager makes excellent use of additional funding to enhance individual children's nursery experiences. Inspection history Most recent inspection 20 July 2023 Outstanding Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226734) ## Frequently asked about Chestnut @ Cottenham ### What is the Ofsted rating of Chestnut @ Cottenham? ### What stands out about Chestnut @ Cottenham? ### How does the settling-in process work at Chestnut @ Cottenham? ### Which funded hours does Chestnut @ Cottenham accept? ### How many places does Chestnut @ Cottenham have? ## Nearby day nurseries in Cambridge Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Chestnut @ Cottenham. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.1 mi ### Busy Bees at Cambridge Westwick Cambridge · CB24 3AR 4.7(21 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-at-cambridge-westwick-cb24-3ar-ey294872) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.2 mi ### Beach Babies Cambridge · CB25 9FD 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/beach-babies-cb25-9fd-ey285216) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 2.3 mi ### Northstowe Nursery Cambridge · CB24 1DJ 3.6(13 reviews) ](/nursery/northstowe-nursery-cb24-1dj-2818415) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.8 mi ### Little Owls Cambridge · CB24 9LL ](/nursery/little-owls-cb24-9ll-2530904) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.1 mi ### The Wendy House Day Nursery Impington Cambridge · CB24 9PJ ](/nursery/the-wendy-house-day-nursery-impington-cb24-9pj-2541385) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Kindred Girton Cambridge · CB3 0QH 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/kindred-girton-cb3-0qh-ey447888) [See all nurseries in Cambridge →](/search?q=Cambridge) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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