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The Cygnets Milton Pre-School # The Cygnets Milton Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2023) · Humphries Way, Milton, CAMBRIDGE, CB24 6DL · Cambridgeshire Number of places 45 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 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 Cygnets Milton Pre-School offers a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can develop independence, self-confidence, and good manners. Understanding that starting pre-school is a significant milestone, Cygnets prioritises the safety, welfare, and development of each child. The pre-school provides a secure and happy setting, fostering growth in a supportive atmosphere. They offer term-time provision and accept funded hours for children aged two and above. Parents are encouraged to apply via an online form or request a printable version by contacting the office. Cygnets is situated on the Milton Primary School site in Cambridge and operates as a registered charity, committed to providing quality early years education. What it's like Children arrive happy and are eager to start their day, enthusiastically greeting staff and settling quickly into chosen activities. They confidently access resources to investigate a range of stimulating experiences planned by staff, such as creating sensory dough with herbs. Children behave well, follow instructions, and enjoy responsibilities like watering the garden, demonstrating independence by self-serving snacks and tidying up. Term-time provision ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 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.cygnets.org.uk/copy-of-fees-and-funding) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 9.05am to 3.05pm Age range from 2 years old Term time / All Year Term Time Session types term time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Cygnets Milton Pre-School Last inspected 27 September 2023 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 Children arrive happy and are eager to start their day, enthusiastically greeting staff and settling quickly into chosen activities. They confidently access resources to investigate a range of stimulating experiences planned by staff, such as creating sensory dough with herbs. Children behave well, follow instructions, and enjoy responsibilities like watering the garden, demonstrating independence by self-serving snacks and tidying up. Inspector highlights - Staff have a good understanding of each child's individual needs, with flexible settling-in arrangements ensuring strong attachments with key persons. - Staff celebrate children's culture and family backgrounds, exploring a range of festivals and celebrations, which prepares children for life in modern Britain. - Staff support children's communication and language well, engaging in conversations, repeating sentences for clarity, and introducing new words. - Staff are good role models, encouraging manners and persistence, and incorporating strategies like sand timers and waiting lists to support patience and turn-taking. - Partnerships with parents are good, with parents expressing satisfaction with support and communication from staff and management. Areas to develop - 1 improve the organisation of group times and adult-led activities to ensure that all children are highly engaged and focused. Inspection #10295250 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50231773) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Cygnets Milton Pre-School Inspection date Sept 2023 Inspection no. 10295250 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50231773)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY491073) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-cygnets-milton-pre-school-cb24-6dl-ey491073) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work closely with other professionals to plan targeted support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The manager makes good use of extra funding so that children receive any additional support and resources they need. Outdoor space Children thoroughly enjoy playing outside and have ample opportunity to gain increasing control of their physical movements. For example, they confidently use climbing equipment under staff's supervision and develop their skills as they negotiate space on balance bicycles. Inspection history Date: December 2017 - September 2023 Good - December 2017 Good ## Frequently asked about The Cygnets Milton Pre-School ### Does The Cygnets Milton Pre-School take babies? ### What do parents say about the nursery? ### What is the nursery working on improving? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### How did The Cygnets Milton Pre-School do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### Which area does The Cygnets Milton Pre-School serve? ## Nearby day nurseries in CAMBRIDGE Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Cygnets Milton Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Bright Horizons Cambridge Science Park Day Nursery and Preschool Cambridge · CB4 0WG 4.9(9 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-horizons-cambridge-science-park-day-nursery-and-preschool-cb4-0wg-221633) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Peek A Boo Nursery Cambridge · CB4 1RU ](/nursery/peek-a-boo-nursery-cb4-1ru-ey501656) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.6 mi ### Beach Babies Cambridge · CB25 9FD 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/beach-babies-cb25-9fd-ey285216) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.7 mi ### The Wendy House Day Nursery Impington Cambridge · CB24 9PJ ](/nursery/the-wendy-house-day-nursery-impington-cb24-9pj-2541385) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Chestnut@Chesterton Cambridge · CB4 1RW 4.4(8 reviews) ](/nursery/chestnut-chesterton-cb4-1rw-ey467388) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Clarence House Cambridge Cambridge · CB4 1RW 4.8(38 reviews) ](/nursery/clarence-house-cambridge-cb4-1rw-ey478404) [See all nurseries in CAMBRIDGE →](/search?q=CAMBRIDGE) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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