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Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield)

Cranfield University, 1 Duncan Road, Cranfield, Bedford MK43 0ZU
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The service they provide has been second to none and I would highly recommend themLisa B(Mother of Child)
Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield), Bedford
the communication from staff is fantasticHannah H(Mother of Child)
Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield), Bedford
The range of activities they provide engages my sonRebecca E(Mother of Child)
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.

Funding & Fees

Our fees include all consumables such as formula milk, nappies, nappy cream, baby wipes, sun cream, freshly prepared well-balanced meals throughout the day and all activities. Our full fee information is available to download on our website.

Contact Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

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 (109)

9.9

Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.940) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Cherry Trees Day Nursery (Cranfield) has 109 reviews.

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Review from Marina F (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband and I are very pleased with Cherry Trees Day Nursery. They are all very friendly, approachable and supportive staff. Facilities are great - both indoors and outdoors. My son has learned a lot from attending 3 days a week.

He can count to 15 and knows the alphabet and he is only 2.5 years old. Curriculum is excellent and he really enjoys going to the nursery too.

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Review from Jayne J (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2018 Submitted via Website
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I was very nervous about my 1-year-old daughter starting nursery but she has settled straight into Cherry Trees. The staff are fantastic.

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Review from Billy D (Father of Child) published on 25 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My daughter is in Bumblebees and has been in the nursery since starting in Caterpillars. The setting is very welcoming and friendly. My daughter always looks forward to coming and enjoys her time. Her learning and development are fully supported. I can see this through her telling me what she has learnt and also on parent zone where her photos along with other observations are uploaded for me to see and comment on.

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Review from Dagmara L (Mother of Child) published on 14 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Fantastic nursery with highly trained staff providing high-quality care.

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Review from Samantha H (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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We've always been impressed with the friendliness and approachable nature of all staff. We know that the development and learning at the nursery is important but are always excited to hear about the new activities that our child has been taken part in. For me, attending an all-inclusive nursery means that we have more time at home to enjoy together rather than spending that time preparing meals etc to take the next day.

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Review from Lisa R (Mother of Child) published on 3 September 2018 Submitted via Website
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" Superb " nursery. As a parent, you want the best for your child and you can't get better than Cherry Trees.
My Daughter has been there 18 months, she now has so much confidence in everything she does. The team have encouraged her so much with her previous poor eating with the lovely meals provided. My only regret is not putting her in Cherry Trees earlier.
The staff are amazing, they are calm, fun, caring. They are a great Team who work extremely well with each other and the children.

The activities are great, the children get to learn science, Tennis, Different cultures the list is endless. The garden is outstanding and my daughter loves being out there all the time.

A lot of thought and effort went into Christmas, was amazing the time and effort made with Decoration and Father Christmas was so lovely.
Graduation was so emotional and the team made the most amazing effort to prepare my daughter for her big adventure to school.

Parent zone is fabulous for tracking progress.

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Review from Chloe K (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The best nursery. All the staff are amazing. My daughter loves it and feels at home. All my daughter's keyworkers so far have exceeded expectations and show so much genuine interest and care.

Would 100% recommend.

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Review from Gemma K (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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A very interactive nursery that takes very good care of my daughter. They consider her individual needs at all times and provide a safe and fun environment for her to grow and develop. Very pleased to hear of the well deserved 'outstanding' Ofsted review. Congratulations.

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Review from Bridget C (Grandmother of Child) published on 20 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Cherry Trees is an excellent facility with caring and knowledgeable staff. It is well managed and although not cheap, I recommended Cherry Trees to a friend and her Grand-daughter now attends. Congratulations to you all on your recent Ofsted rating - well deserved.

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Review from Lisa D (Mother of Child) published on 18 July 2018 Submitted via Website
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My now 3-year-old son has been looked after at Cherry Trees for the last year.
I have been really impressed with the staff in Bumblebees and have never had to worry that my son wouldn't have a fun packed day. Staff are very approachable and friendly and are great at what they do. My son always happily chats through what he has done (always a lot!) in the day. He talks about the staff as his friends and laughs about silly things they have done. The children have plenty of space to play and learn inside and out and my son loves the shared atrium space which is currently set up as a beach. Children are outside in all weathers thanks to the well-equipped garden.

My son has enjoyed every nutritious meal he has been served. Staff always have time to chat to you at the beginning and end of the day and give feedback daily. Management are also very visible around the nursery as are the office staff if you have a query. I wouldn't hesitate and do recommend Cherry Trees to everyone.

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Review from Z S (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My son has attended this nursery for the past 4 months and really enjoys his time here. Every day there is something new and exciting to learn.

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Review from Andrea N (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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At Cherry Trees Day Nursery the staff put the children's needs first and really care and teach them how to grow into respectful and helpful caring children. Both my children have flourished being here.

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Review from Justine M (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Excellent childcare provision.

My daughter is happy progressing and well cared for.

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Review from Inesa M (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2018 Submitted via Website
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My only child has started nursery (previously looked after by my mother). She has not previously played with other her age group of children nor been close to other people apart from Mummy, Daddy and Nanny. When I brought her into Cherry Tree Day Nursery and left her on her own for an hour I picked her up, with her crying her eyes out. I thought she will never get used to the nursery - but the staff has made a miracle! In a couple of sessions, my kid is happy to let me go and she will play with staff and other children. Such an amazing job! Staff are all friendly, warm and really care for children. Best decision I have ever made to take my little girl to this nursery. 120% recommended. I can go to work knowing my child will be looked after at all times.

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Review from J B (Father of Child) published on 6 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very good.

Son very happy. Looks forward to attending every session. Eats well, plays well, very happy little boy.

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Review from Ella C (Mother of Child) published on 4 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff in the nursery are very friendly! My child always seems to be happy in their care, always a warm welcome to the nursery with lots of friendly faces. Feels more like home!

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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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I've had many opportunities to pick up my child at different timings so I could see many of their activities; how the children are playing, how they are preparing for lunch, the resources and equipment used for learning activities. I am very happy with the nursery, with the staff and with the way my child developed.

I appreciate every time how they inform us about different issues they find in other children so that we are aware and observe our own child. I like the activities they promote to involve the parents like finding and bringing objects to start with different letters every week, tea party with mum, Christmas family party. This is the third nursery my child attends and it is the most appreciated by us. Thank you.

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Review from Jenny C (Mother of Child) published on 18 April 2018 Submitted via Website
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Cherry Trees is a beautiful and purpose-built nursery. The staff really care for the children and their development. Each of the rooms has direct (and safe) outdoor connection, appropriate for age-level and interaction between ages in certain occasions. The hot meals served at lunch and tea are really well-balanced and healthier than I seem to be able to get my son to eat at home yet he absolutely loves them from the Cherry Trees staff. I have a toddler moving into the preschool year and early next year will have an infant joining them as well. We love the facility and the people!

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Review from Lisa A (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2018 Submitted via Website
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Amazing nursery! My Son loves coming and all the staff were very patient with him (and me) when he was settling in. Would definitely recommend - 5* Nursery.

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Review from Nicola B (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Clean and tidy with a lovely shared area in the atrium and a big garden. My son has been very happy at Cherry Trees thanks to there being so much to occupy him. So many friendly people and a lovely atmosphere. I'm also very impressed with the food provided. Cherry Trees is a lovely place to be and I'm so glad we chose it for our son.

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News (6) & Events (0)

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  • Posted: Tuesday 27 May 2025Childbase Partnership has been awarded a coveted ‘Top 10’ position in the prestigious Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025, ranking the company amongst the best employers in the...
  • Posted: Monday 03 Mar 2025Childbase Partnership has topped the league tables for the second year running, maintaining the No.1 spot for the quality of Early Years care and education throughout its 44 day nurseries....
  • Posted: Thursday 23 Jan 2025Following a year of fundraising, Childbase Partnership were delighted to hand over a total of £175,801.16 to the British Heart Foundation (BHF) to help them fund vital research. From Snowdon...
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Amy Fenn Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2010
Amy Fenn

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 a 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 that I'm very proud to be a part of their team.

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