Kindred Cambourne Nursery and Pre-School is a setting nursery with a big family feel. Our approach centres on ensuring our children learn through exciting and diverse experiences. We love fostering creativity through movement, and you'll often find us dancing, dressing up, or bringing the whole nursery together for engaging activities.
Each of our rooms offers free-flow access to our garden which is fully equipped with climbing frames and a variety of loose parts, to encourage imaginative play and problem-solving skills.
We deeply value family partnerships and actively include parents in nursery life as much as possible. We encourage engagement through family craft days, regular updates via our app, or inviting our parents in to share their culture and celebrations with the children.
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We offer fees that are simple, transparent, and all-inclusive. We proudly accept all childcare funding schemes. Any extra hours of care beyond your funded hours are simply charged at our standard fee rate.
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | ||
| 3 days £284 |
4 days £654 |
5 days £1,025 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | ||
| 5 days £103 |
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Consumables charge per month
Under 3 years old: Food £31.50, Non-Food £10.50, Activities £10.50
Over 3 years old: Food £59.00, Non-Food £7.00, Activities £25.00
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | |||
| 2 days £327 |
3 days £698 |
4 days £1,068 |
5 days £1,439 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | |||
| 3 days £148 |
4 days £342 |
5 days £535 |
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Consumables charge per month
Over 3 years old: Food £29.50, Non-Food £3.50, Activities £12.50
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | ||||
| 1 day £371 |
2 days £742 |
3 days £1,112 |
4 days £1,482 |
5 days £1,853 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | ||||
| 1 day £194 |
2 days £387 |
3 days £581 |
4 days £774 |
5 days £968 |
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We are located in the heart of Cambourne, near Cambridge. We are around a 25-minute drive to central Cambridge. We are a 3-minute walk from De La Warr Way with bus routes to Cambridge Centre.
Danielle Main
Nursery Manager
A little about me...
My favourite season is spring because I love seeing the changes in the environment. It is a wonderful time for learning, as children can explore growing plants, new life, and life cycles through hands-on experiences and discovery.
What is one of the most important things you should know about us? That’s easy: our fabulous teams! Pure and simple.
Dedicated to being the best that a family could ask for, our team are constantly developing themselves through our training program run by childcare and EYFS experts.
It is not just our little ones who are the passionate lifelong learners here at Kindred! It’s all a testament to their love of what they do, and what makes Kindred the incredible, loving place that it is.
Our doors open from 08:00, where you and your little one will be greeted by a member of our friendly team who will strive to ensure that the transition from home to nursery is a smooth and happy one. Wave ‘see you soon!’ to your child in the knowledge that they will be safe, well cared for and having endless amounts of fun as they settle in for the day ahead.
Our children start their day off correctly with a healthy range of options to choose from, such as cereals, fruit and toast for breakfast. For weaning babies at all mealtimes, a specially curated weaning menu is prepared by our trained chef and can be mashed, chopped or pureed depending on your child's individual needs.
We come together for our daily outdoor music and movement time before beginning a morning filled with exciting opportunities for learning and discovery. Fuelled with a yummy breakfast, children enjoy a range of enrichment activities, adult-led learning linked to focus topics and child-led play experiences. From loose parts exploration and sensory activities to creative arts, imaginative role play and cosy reading corners, there is truly something for every child to enjoy. Outdoor play also forms an important part of the morning, allowing children to build confidence, develop physical skills and explore through active play. A healthy snack is available from 10:00 to keep everyone energised throughout their busy morning.
From 11:30, we enjoy lunch, freshly prepared by our on-site chef. Mealtimes provide a wonderful opportunity to socialise with friends, develop independence and explore a variety of flavours and textures. Our seasonal menus offer plenty of choice and are carefully adapted to accommodate individual dietary requirements and preferences.
Following lunch, our younger children can enjoy a well-earned nap or quiet time. For our little sleepers, we create a calm and comforting atmosphere using soft lighting, soothing music and cosy bedding to support rest and relaxation. Children who are not sleeping can enjoy quiet indoor activities, stories and gentle play, helping to create a peaceful transition into the afternoon.
Children continue their learning journey through a balance of indoor and outdoor experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and independence. Whether exploring open-ended resources, engaging in imaginative play or enjoying active time outdoors, every afternoon offers opportunities for discovery and development.
To keep little ones fuelled and ready for all the awe and wonder their days hold, we offer a healthy mid-afternoon snack, including fresh fruit and vegetables alongside other nutritious options. From 15:30, our children enjoy a delicious evening meal before settling into a relaxed period of child-led play, giving them time to unwind and enjoy activities of their own choosing.
As the day draws to a close, children enjoy relaxed play with their friends before being collected throughout the evening. Families are kept up to date through Satchel during the day, and at collection time your child's key person will share highlights of their learning, achievements and wellbeing, along with any important information. Nursery closes at 18:00, when we wave our final goodbyes and wish everyone a safe journey home.
This is just an example day that the nursery follows, each day is subject to variation depending on activities and the needs of the children.
We love getting the children out and about in Cambourne. We go on weekly woodland walks where they can explore nature.
We have our own private car park, so you can drop off and pick up your child safely and easily.
We are one big family. We’re a loud, busy, and energetic team that loves to have fun; you’ll often find us dancing, dressing up, and coming together as a whole nursery as much as possible. We support each other every day, and we really, really love cake!
We keep you updated constantly through our app with photos and news. We also love to get families involved through craft days and donation drives, like bringing in veg to make soup together. We are a very diverse nursery, and we encourage our parents to share their own celebrations and cultures with us so we can all learn from each other.
We work closely with the Cambourne Children’s Centre, where we often donate our toys to help other families. We also organise foodbank collections for the local community through our links with the local church.
We believe that providing children with rich and varied learning opportunities from an early age supports their overall development and helps them to thrive. Each week, children will enjoy a thoughtfully planned programme of enrichment activities designed to enhance their nursery experience, spark curiosity, nurture a love of learning and create memorable moments. These additional experiences encourage creativity, support holistic development and provide wonderful learning opportunities that broaden children’s experiences and help them discover more about the world around them.
Hear what our families think on daynurseries.co.uk, the UK's most trusted nursery directory with ratings based on reviews from verified parents.
"All the staff are fantastic and dedicated to looking after the children and making their day fun. The children are busy doing messy/water play outside, baking, cooking, dancing, singing and so much more. The nursery celebrates festivals of all cultures and teaches the children the meanings of each of them. Our daughter is always looking forward to her nursery days and spending time with her friends."
"My son has been going to Kindred Cambourne for three years and he absolutely loves it. The staff have been brilliant with him at every stage - kind, supportive and dedicated. They do such a great range of activities and lots of outdoor and active time, and have really helped support his development, particularly as he approaches the transition to primary school. I can't rate them highly enough."
“The staff are nothing short of remarkable. Their energy is boundless, and they seem to effortlessly create inspiring activities day in, day out. Whether it's creative messy play, outdoor adventures, or brilliant sensory setups, the care and thought they put into her development is obvious. They are more than just a childcare provider, they feel like an extension of our family. The staff genuinely know her, celebrate her milestones, and support her individuality.”
