Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield)

Cranfield University, 1 Duncan Road, Cranfield, Bedford MK43 0ZU
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9.9 104 Reviews
  • Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield), Bedford
Cherry Trees is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art nursery on the Cranfield University site.

Providing large spacious rooms and a fantastic garden, children’s imaginations are inspired on a daily basis by the established and experienced practitioners.

Cherry Trees also offer the extracurricular activity of Starshine Yoga every other Monday and Tiny Mites music on a Thursday.

A fully inclusive service is provided to all families offering a convenient service.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Amy Fenn (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 50

Total Places for Children

  • 95

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Inset Days

Parking

  • Free parking is available - there is a layby at the front of the nursery and access to a large car park at the side.

Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) Reviews (104)

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Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.851) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
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Review from S Q (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Cherry Tree, the staff are incredibly caring, patient, and attentive, creating a warm and nurturing environment where our child feels safe and happy every day. The activities are engaging and thoughtfully planned, helping our little one grow in confidence,
creativity, and social skills.
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Review from M T (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been at the nursery for a year and he has loved every minute. He has grown in confidence, learnt so much and had some amazing experiences. He really enjoys the football coach who comes in every two weeks and the yoga teacher!
The staff are easy to talk to and very knowledgeable. Communication
is clear and I receive regular updates about my child, and the weekly newsletter keeps you in the loop on what is happening, plus has resources to explore.
The food is healthy, delicious and varied. They provide a wide selection of meals so the children can explore new food.
The staff are caring, warm and put the children first. I am gutted my child is leaving for school as I know both he and I will miss the nursery!
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Review from Rachel W (Mother of Child) published on 2 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've had a brilliant experience with Cherry Tree Nursery. Our little boy, has settled in so well, which has been a huge reassurance for us as parents. The staff are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Communication is always fast and clear and we receive regular updates about our son's day,
including meals and naps. The office staff are also fantastic-responses are always speedy, helpful, and informative, which really puts our minds at ease.


The nursery environment is clean, bright, and thoughtfully set up with a wide range of engaging, age-appropriate activities. It's clear that the team genuinely care about the children and work hard to create a warm, supportive atmosphere.


He always seems happy when we drop him off and pick him up, and it's lovely to see how comfortable he feels there. We're so glad we chose Cherry Tree and would happily recommend it to other families looking for a high-quality, nurturing setting.

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Review from Jayne J (Mother of Child) published on 16 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2 daughters have attended cherry Trees over the years and I would highly recommend them! The staff are great with the kids and the communication with parents is fantastic! Both of my girls have loved attending the nursery and were both very sad to leave. If your looking for somewhere to send your
children then this is the place!
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Review from S F (Father of Child) published on 15 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are really impressed with Cherry Trees Nursery, the staff are very professional and friendly, and are great with our baby son. He is learning so much and his development is noticeable since starting at Cherry Trees.
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Review from Claudia B (Mother of Child) published on 15 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We would like to thank to Cherry Trees Day Cranfield nursery staff for the support given to us during the last couple of years with both of our kids.
We are amazed by the kindness and professionalism of the staff from Cherry Tree Nursery in Cranfield.
We are very pleased with the progress made with
both of our kids.
Special thanks to one staff member in particular (for always listening and supporting), to a staff member in Ladybirds room for being so dedicated and lovely, to another member of staff (ex Bumblebee room) for patience and support, to another member of staff (now Ladybirds) for her kindness and another member of staff (pre-school) for being lovely, patient and kind and to the cook for the best food ever.
All of you made such a difference!
Thank you for being part of our lives!
I couldn't recommend more Cherry Trees Day Nursery!
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Review from Nikki C (Grandmother of Child) published on 10 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely welcoming staff. Lots of great resources and an overall caring environment. My granddaughter has taken a while to settle and the staff have shown such kindness and understanding, this has led to her becoming so much, this has led to her becoming so much more confident.
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Review from K R (Father of Child) published on 27 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been attending this nursery since he was 11 weeks old and we couldn't be happier. The staff are wonderful-caring, attentive and always make him feel safe and loved. Now that he's one, he loves coming every day, excited to see his friends and explore new activities. Communication is great
and we always get updates on his progress. We're so grateful for the nurturing environment and highly recommend this nursery to any parent!
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Review from Carly W (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attended the nursery from one year old up to a few days before starting school. She progressed so well, under the care of some excellent staff. The preschool room in particular really challenged and prepared her for school. Her younger brother is now there and doing equally as well. The
staff are great at engaging with their individual interests. He is well settled and looked after, having made strong connections with the staff. Would highly recommend.
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Review from Ilenia M (Mother of Child) published on 9 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been enjoying going to Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) right from the start. He settled very well due to the fantastic settling in period and the amazing staff. He is always so happy to go and he literally jumps from my arms to go to his keyworkers. We could not be happier. Special
thanks to the caterpillars team.
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Review from Holly T (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter is 2 and has started nursery for the first time. I was extremely nervous about how it would go but I needn't have been. Cherry Trees Day Nursery have been communicative, supportive, responsive and empathetic. My daughter is already thriving in the environment and we can see massive positive
changes in her. Special mention for the staff in Bumblebees room who not only transitioned my daughter into nursery incredibly patiently and kindly, but also supported me with my endless questions and allowed me to feel all the feelings of a mum leaving her baby for the first time!
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Review from Hanna M (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have 2 children attending the nursery. Both receive consistent and excellent care. I feel that their needs are met and staff are always on hand to assist with queries and give an accurate report of the day.
We recently had a situation where I needed to enroll my youngest a month earlier than planned
and the nursery got us all sorted out in terms of settle sessions and admin, which was a great help to us.
My oldest always reports on all the lovely activities he has taken part in when he comes home. He really looks forward to coming to nursery so thank you so much to the team for providing excellent care.
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Review from Fay F (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son is having his settling-in sessions to start nursery in October, and what a lovely experience it has been. The staff from all stages are great, very friendly, and make you all feel at home.
He is comfortable at Cherry Trees and we are kept up to date with how his day is going - it's a big comfort
as this is our first baby and a new life experience being at nursery. Thank you so much for looking after our son, he loves it with you!
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Review from O H (Mother of Child) published on 9 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have two children in the nursery, at present and both have received excellent care and support, which is tailored to their individual needs. I feel happy that my children are safe and being well looked after. They have both learnt so much and are thriving being in the nursery environment and with
the care of all the staff.
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Review from Elizabeth B (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I've just heard the news that my daughter has secured a place at prep school for this September, following a recent successful Stay and Play session. I have no doubt that her time at Cherry Trees has been a huge contributing factor to this. Her confidence, speech, writing ability, kindness and independence
have been greatly influenced by the Cherry Trees team. Forever grateful!
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Review from G K (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely love Cherry Trees Day Nursery, it’s reassuring to know our daughter is cared for by the best. We had used another setting nearby and the difference is outstanding. It’s very comforting to know she’s welcomed with open arms each morning and that she has lots of different activities to do
to encourage her development.
All of the staff have been extremely friendly and welcoming, but especially two members of staff in particular for going above and beyond in helping to settle our daughter in.
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Review from L H (Father of Child) published on 13 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so grateful Cherry Trees is our local nursery. I feel so at ease leaving my children in the fantastic care of all the workers here! The entire experience of drop off, from the warm welcome by reception to the amazing key workers taking the children off for a day of fun and learning! We wouldn't
take our children anywhere else!
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Review from Michael S (Father of Child) published on 16 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Overall we are very pleased with the level of care our children receive. All employees know our children by name, which is lovely to see. The only point I would like to raise is communicating when key workers are off long-term sick. We don't need to know the details, just who will be our child's 'new
key worker' during their absence.
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Review from Harriet T (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We wouldn't choose another nursery, we love the care at Cherry Trees and know our children are in the safest hands. My child always talks so highly about his key workers and forms amazing bonds. Very open communication and we love the extras they put on, such as Christmas Fetes and Halloween parties.
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Review from D M (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I absolutely love this nursery! They are such a welcoming team of people that work so well together. I’ve never been to a more organised and well-put together nursery where everyone makes such an effort to make me and my daughter feel comfortable. The nursery is bright and clean with so my activities
for the children to get involved in. I’m so pleased my daughter was able to get a space here as you really cannot fault this nursery!
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.851)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.851) out of 10 for Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.956 for Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) is calculated as follows: ( (195 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 203 Ratings = 4.956
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.895 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) is based on 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 95 number of registered child places is 19. 17 Positive Reviews ÷ 19 = 0.895
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (1)

Amy

Amy Fenn

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2010

Amy is the Manager of Cherry Trees Day Nursery in Cranfield and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the early years sector since 1994. Amy has numerous qualifications such as BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies, BTEC and SEND training and has worked for Childbase since March 2010.


What is your favourite feature of Cherry Trees?
The open spacious rooms, as well as the atrium which is a communal space where all age groups can learn and explore together.


What are you most proud of about your nursery/team?
From when we made the move from our smaller nursery building to our current purpose-built eco setting; the transition was flawless and was followed by a huge growth in occupancy. My team are just amazing; although we have grown over the years by double, we've never lost the 'family feel'. Everyone is so positive and caring towards each other, and recent events have shown just what a united team we are. Everyone is keen to play their part and contribute to our success in whatever form that might present itself. Most recently it has been about adapting to huge changes and they have done it so well, I'm very proud to be a part of their team.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield)

What is the Age Range of Children that Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) accepts?

Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) Open?

Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) have capacity for?

Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) has capacity for a total of 95 Children.

How far is Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) to the centre of Bedford?

8.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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