--- title: "Little Birches in Great Wilbraham Day Nursery, Cambridge" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-birches-in-great-wilbraham-cb21-5jq-ey482459 description: "Little Birches in Great Wilbraham, a day nursery in Cambridge — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Little Birches in Great Wilbraham Ofsted: Good (Apr 2022) · 5.0 (6 Google reviews) · 31 Church Street, Great Wilbraham, Cambridge, CB21 5JQ · Cambridgeshire Number of places 41 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2022 Local authority Cambridgeshire ## About this day nursery Little Birches Nursery in Great Wilbraham offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, focusing on connecting them with nature through diverse learning experiences. The dedicated team of skilled teachers provides first-class care, aiming to foster each child's talents and promote their growth through tailored activities. The day nursery prioritises a child's self-esteem and happiness, believing these are crucial for thriving. They offer a full-day session, operating 52 weeks a year, with highly nutritious meals provided. The curriculum strictly adheres to Ofsted's key development areas. Parents consistently praise the warm, welcoming atmosphere, the variety of extra-curricular activities, and the genuine care and support provided by the staff, making it a highly recommended choice for families seeking a nature-focused and supportive nursery. Our ethos Little Birches Nursery aims to foster children's talents and growth by connecting them with nature through diverse learning experiences in a nurturing and stimulating environment. They prioritise self-esteem and happiness, believing these are crucial for a child's development, and adhere to Ofsted's key development areas within their curriculum. What it's like Children are very happy and settled in this 'family feel' nursery. Babies confidently practise their growing physical skills and feel safe and secure. Toddlers show growing independence and increasing ability to use number language, while older children demonstrate a good understanding of letters, sounds, reasoning, and logic. Nature-focused learning Highly nutritious meals Diverse learning experiences Dedicated and caring team Ofsted-aligned curriculum ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. Request pricing → (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21kc2VUQTRhemgwV2tKdmExSTVVRGQwVEdkUlZsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe5f6d703fafee42c!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmdseTA4azh0WkJva1I5UDd0TGdRVlE%7C0cyC07Mb0k0%7C?hl=en-US) ## Key facts Opening hours 7:30am - 6:00pm, Monday to Friday, 52 weeks a year (excluding bank holidays and between Christmas and New Year). Food Highly nutritious, varied and delicious meals are provided throughout the day. Age range 3 months to 60 months Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full day Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Birches in Great Wilbraham Last inspected 7 April 2022 · Anna Davies Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - The nursery has a clear set of aims and values that underpin all that the staff do. - Staff have good communication with parents, ensuring they are fully aware of children's experiences outside of the nursery. - Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is very good. - The manager and deputy manager are clear about what they want children to learn and have clear plans for continuous improvement. - Feedback from parents is very positive, and they felt well supported during the COVID-19 pandemic. Areas to develop - 1 give children a wide range of opportunities to learn about, and appreciate, their own and other's diverse backgrounds, languages and cultures - 2 re-establish previously successful partnerships with other providers, to share information and promote consistency for children who attend more than one provision. Inspection #10219443 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50183643) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > It's great to see a lockdown toddler so full of confidence and well socialised. > I wouldn't change it for the world > I would never send my child anywhere else. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is very good. Staff who take a lead in this support are very knowledgeable about children's individual needs and manage these in a positive and effective way. Outdoor space Toddlers readily demonstrate their growing independence as they put on their own coats to go outside. The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. ## Google Reviews of Little Birches in Great Wilbraham 5.0 (6 Google reviews) Natalie Dosanjh 4 months ago Our two-year-old has absolutely thrived at Little Birches Nursery. The amount of love, patience, and genuine care the staff give to the children is lovely. Our child comes home happy, confident, and full of new experiences. We’ve noticed such positive growth in communication, independence, and social skills since joining. The environment feels safe, nurturing, and thoughtfully set up for learning through play. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend Little Birches to any parent looking for a wonderful start for their child. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21KVFJVUkVOMWxxUzBWTmNrZEhWMFJ6Y0ZOSlNHYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d86f6b2182baf1:0x2ea8593cc94653c8) Louise Selby 3 months ago My son has attended Little Birches (previously known as First Steps nursery) since 2022, and he is now 4. He has flourished in his time there and he loves going to play at nursery every day. we have loved being part of seeing him at nursery as parents during the parent participation days and stay and plays. My youngest son is starting there shortly too! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xWNFQwcERSa3BaV0hkcFQyVjFlVVUwTm1SekxXYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d86f6b2182baf1:0x2ea8593cc94653c8) Tammy Macdonald 3 months ago Our little 3yr old thrives at Little Birches. The staff are outstanding, loving, caring, I could go on. Very organised with lots of fun activities structured and independent. An encouraging environment that is helping our little one grow and develop. I would highly recommend Little Birches Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT205elRITlRPVlJUTTJsU1JFRkpiR1J2WlV4UU1XYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d86f6b2182baf1:0x2ea8593cc94653c8) Sophie Jamieson 8 months ago Our experience of Little Birches Great Wilbraham has been fantastic. They have such creative, well planned and engaging activities every day. Such a kind, welcoming and nurturing team/environment. Thank you! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25sUVFqWnhOVlJGWDJOVVExcGtUVkJEVm1saVRHYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d86f6b2182baf1:0x2ea8593cc94653c8) Rachael Stanley 8 months ago My daughter has such an amazing time there. I feel so comfortable with them in her charge. I love the full breakdown we get at every pick up and the photos of their activities. I love how much they work to help her learn while also giving her the freedom to be herself if she wants to participate in the guided activity or not. I feel that they care about her almost as much as I do. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2psV1lVODFUSHBwV2sxRlpUQlJaMFpwTnpFd05tYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d86f6b2182baf1:0x2ea8593cc94653c8) Reviews from Google for Little Birches in Great Wilbraham. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=3362035239441814472&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: August 2016 - April 2022 Good - August 2016 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Birches in Great Wilbraham ### How did Little Birches in Great Wilbraham do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What were the main strengths noted for Little Birches in Great Wilbraham? ### What do parents say about Little Birches in Great Wilbraham? ### How can Little Birches in Great Wilbraham be contacted? ### Does Little Birches in Great Wilbraham take babies? ### What type of early years setting is Little Birches in Great Wilbraham? ## Nearby day nurseries in Cambridge Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Birches in Great Wilbraham. - Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Bright Horizons Fulbourn Day Nursery & Preschool Cambridge · CB21 5XG 5.0(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-fulbourn-day-nursery-preschool-cb21-5xg-ey475707 - Ofsted: Good 3.8 mi ### Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Marleigh Cambridge · CB5 8UW 4.3(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/monkey-puzzle-day-nursery-marleigh-cb5-8uw-2710005 - Awaiting first inspection 4.2 mi ### Oaks Nursery Cambridge · CB1 8DW https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/oaks-nursery-cb1-8dw-2868640 - Ofsted: Outstanding 4.8 mi ### Babraham Nursery Cambridge · CB22 3AQ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/babraham-nursery-cb22-3aq-221547 - Ofsted: Good 4.9 mi ### Patacake Day Nursery Cambridge · CB1 3LW 4.7(24 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/patacake-day-nursery-cb1-3lw-2496788 See all nurseries in Cambridge →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Cambridge ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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