At Kindred Hauxton Nursery and Pre-School, we believe in the power of outdoor learning. Our children benefit from free-flow access to the garden throughout the day, giving them the independence to choose where they want to learn and play. We ensure that our activities outside mirror those inside, guaranteeing a consistent learning experience wherever your child wishes to explore.
Our commitment to nature-based learning is furthered by our interactive Forest School. These sessions offer our children guided learning fully immersed in the natural environment, allowing them to develop key skills, independence, and a lasting connection with nature.
We build strong relationships with our parents through regular communication. You'll stay connected to your child's journey via our parent newsletter sent through our parent app, weekly updates on our enrichment activities, and engaging family events throughout the year.
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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 £279 |
4 days £644 |
5 days £1,008 |
| 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 £66.00, Non-Food £7.50, Activities £36.50
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | |||
| 2 days £322 |
3 days £686 |
4 days £1,051 |
5 days £1,415 |
| 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 £33.00, Non-Food £3.75, Activities £18.25
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | ||||
| 1 day £365 |
2 days £729 |
3 days £1,094 |
4 days £1,458 |
5 days £1,823 |
| 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 Hauxton, around a 15-minute drive to Addenbrooke's Hospital. We are close to other Cambridgeshire villages such as Great Shelford, Little Shelford and Harston.
Georgia White
Nursery Manager
A little about me...
My favourite season is autumn because I love the beautiful colours, cosy days, and everything pumpkin-themed. I love it so much that I even had pumpkins at my September wedding!
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 from 08:00. 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 circle 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 09:30 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 16:00, 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 offer easy access with a private car park for our families ensuring a smooth and safe experience during both drop-off and pick-up times.
We offer a structured process to ensure a gentle transition for your little one.
During the first session you and your child will meet their key person and complete the 'All About Me' booklet, sharing important information about your child's routine and preferences.
During the second session you will drop off your child allowing them to practice separation and start forming bonds independently.
During the final session your child stays for an extended period to experience a substantial part of the nursery routine.
We are flexible; if your child isn't settled and requires more time, we can extend the sessions to ensure they are fully happy before their official start date.
Our staff-to-child ratios strictly adhere to UK regulations to ensure a safe, secure, and nurturing environment.
Our regulated ratios are as follows:
Babies (Under 2 years): 1 staff member to every 3 children (1:3)
Toddlers (2-3 years): 1 staff member to every 5 children (1:5)
Preschoolers (3-4 years): 1 staff member to every 8 children (1:8)
We believe there is no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong clothes! Our children are outside every single day, in all weathers. We ensure activities outside mirror those inside, ensuring consistency wherever your child wishes to explore.
Hear what our families think on daynurseries.co.uk, the UK's most trusted nursery directory with ratings based on reviews from verified parents.
“I couldn't imagine being happier with the staff looking after her or how she spends her days at nursery. I have complete peace of mind that she's having a great day, being exposed to different experiences daily in a safe, genuinely caring, family-feel environment. Staff are inventive, kind and really communicative. We love the personalised individual updates we get explaining what she's been up with pictures and the astute comments on her development.”
“Our daughter runs happily into nursery each morning. As working parents this gives us such peace of mind that she is happy there. The staff are warm and friendly, it is clear they know our child well. Staff plan great activities for the children and we feel our child is being well developed here. We are going to send our second child here too because we are pleased with the care.”
“My child goes in happily every morning, which gives me real peace of mind that she's well cared for. She enjoys the meals, and it's great to see such a healthy and delicious selection of food by the chef. The staff are super friendly, and we couldn't be happier with the level of care they provide. She loves the outdoor space, has made wonderful friends, and always comes home happy. The app updates are a big help too, I really appreciate the detailed information on her day.”
Rated Good by Ofsted