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University Nursery at West Cambridge

The University Nursery, 8 Charles Babbage Road, Cambridge CB3 0FZ
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Not only did the nursery meet all our expectations but, in many areas, they exceeded themZaki H(Father of Child)
University Nursery at West Cambridge, Cambridge
I can see the difference when she comes home! The practitioners are so kind and attentiveBeth P(Mother of Child)
University Nursery at West Cambridge, Cambridge
The University of West Cambridge Nursery is truly the best you could ever ask forMahendrini A(Mother of Child)
University Nursery at West Cambridge, Cambridge

University at West Cambridge is a purpose built nursery situated on the West Cambridge campus of Cambridge University.

A friendly and enthusiastic staff team works closely with the children to provide continuity between nursery and life at home. Professionals believe parent partnership is important to allow key people to support each child and their families as individuals.

The nursery offers childcare for employees of the University of Cambridge but also...  

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.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Lesa Clare (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 64

Total Places for Children

  • 120

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday 08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday 08:00-18:00
  • Thursday 08:00-18:00
  • Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays (excluding May Bank Holidays)

Parking

  • Parking is on a shared car park pass.

University Nursery at West Cambridge Reviews (154)

9.9

University Nursery at West Cambridge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.927) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time University Nursery at West Cambridge has 154 reviews.

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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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My daughter has attended West Cambridge University Nursery since August 2018. She started at 2 years old and settled in quickly due to the attentive staff and settling in process. She is now in pre-school and I am very pleased with her progress and the nurseries commitment to school readiness. She has made some firm friends within the setting and enjoys coming to nursery every day.

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Review from Reka S (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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My two kids started at West Cambridge Nursery in September '19 and they settled in very quickly with the help of the friendly and welcoming staff across the nursery. They are very well looked after. They strive here and learn and develop every day. We are very thankful for the amazing care they get and feel that they are in good and professional hands. Special thanks to the kitchen staff for feeding them delicious and nutritious meals every day. Five Star staff all around!

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Review from J K (Father of Child) published on 25 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff at West Cambridge are so kind, caring and supportive. I can't thank them enough for what they do.

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Review from Pei Z (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our daughter has been here for 2 and a half years and she really loves it here. All the staff are super nice and accommodating. She learnt so much and was so happy here. We are really sad we are leaving because we need to move abroad.

Thank you so much for everything and for making our daughter a strong and confident character.

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Review from B K (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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The nursery provides most attentive care, staff are always engaged with children and help enormously with their development. The food is exceptional, the outdoor areas second to none. I'm very lucky that both of my children can attend the West Cambridge Nursery.

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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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This is an amazing place where my son feels safe and happy - he is loving the activities on offer and learning loads and loves the staff. We, as parents, are absolutely confident to leave him there in the mornings.

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Review from Julie C (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Caring staff and attentive.
Always helpful.
Child is happy and thriving.

Flexible with attendance.

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Review from Mingjun G (Mother of Child) published on 11 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My daughter had difficulties in settling in another nursery. But she did very well in West Cambridge Nursery. The staff here are very friendly and patient. My daughter can bond very well with the key person. The parents can get feedback everyday and also could track the kid's activity on parentzone. We are very happy with this nursery.

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Review from Sally A (Mother of Child) published on 31 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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We have been very happy with the welcome that we have had since our son started in November 2018. All staff have been very helpful, kind and welcoming. We have been reassured when needed about our son settling into the nursery. We were very happy with the change in his developments already. Overall, excellent service so far by all.

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Review from Dale B (Mother of Child) published on 18 December 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our daughter loves University Nursery at West Cambridge. She really enjoys the range of activities on offer and we love the fact she gets to do so many things we can't offer her at home. She has already made good friends with her peers and always introduces them to us when we pick her up! We know the staff really care for the children they look after and the relationship between the children and their key workers is particularly special. Thanks for all you do for us West Cambs!

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Review from Y B (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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An excellent nursery that meets the needs of my child fully. She is very happy here and her learning progress has been outstanding. I am very pleased with this nursery.

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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff and management were very supportive while my son settled into nursery. Due to this he settled more quickly than we initially expected and he bonded with all the staff in the room. He loves going to nursery and is thriving there.

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Review from Tiago M (Father of Child) published on 11 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very caring staff, alert to the children's needs which creates a relaxing environment.

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Review from Youngjoo A (Mother of Child) published on 6 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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For the last 2 months, my Daughter has been going to the nursery at Settlement Step. I am very impressed because all the staff at the nursery give help with adapting to the nursery. I know she is safe playing with her peers and staff in the nursery. Not only the facilities but also the staff in the nursery are highly qualified and excellent. I recommend the nursery to parents who are sending their child to nursery for the first time.

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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Found the staff very accommodating to my child's personal needs. Always friendly and welcoming. Happy to help with personal needs and accommodate learning desires.

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Review from Rachel B (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Due to room staff change, the staff made sure my daughter felt at ease with the new staff and to help the morning drop off, they had a familiar face in the room until my daughter felt at ease again with the new staff.

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Review from Xiaonan W (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2018 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been in the nursery since one. All staff are very friendly and helpful. Every day, I try my best to persuade her to go home at the pick-up time as she just likes the nursery and her friends too much.

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Review from Silvia F (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2018 Submitted via Website
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Both our son and our daughter started in this nursery in October 2017 and they settled in very quickly. This was thanks to the amazing staff in the nursery. The children love going there every morning and this makes us, parents, feel happy and relaxed during our working day.
The staff are great at providing daily feedback (positive and constructive) and to help us to understand and improve our children's behaviour, listening, concentration, development, interests, etc.
Their key persons are lovely and our children have connected very well with them. Also, the other practitioners in the room and the room leaders are very nice and very good at coming up with ideas and suggestions to help us and our children.
For work-related reasons, this is the third nursery my children go to and by far the best one in every sense (facilities, outstanding care, staff, activities, feedback, support for parents, etc.).

Thank you!

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Review from A A (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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We are very pleased with the nursery.
The staff is caring and friendly and our son appears to be settling in rather nicely.

It is reassuring to see the diversity in activities and to receive updates throughout the day.

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Review from Carmen D (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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As a parent, I am extremely happy that my daughter attends this nursery. From when she was a baby to now, she has received outstanding care.

She has thrived in this nursery and I am grateful to the staff for providing such a wonderful environment.

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News (7) & Events (0)

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  • Posted: Thursday 31 Jul 2025There was cause for celebration at West Cambridge Day Nursery in Cambridge as proud practitioners and parents learnt that the setting had achieved an ‘Outstanding’ judgement from Ofsted for the...
  • 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....
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Meet the Team (1)

Lesa Clare Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2009
Lesa Clare

Lesa is the Manager of West Cambridge Day Nursery in Cambridge and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the early years sector for 21 years. Lesa has several qualifications, including an NVQ Level 3 Early Years Care and Education and has been with Childbase Partnership for 12 years.

What is your favourite feature of West Cambridge?

I love the family environment at the nursery, the warm and welcoming staff and the outstanding practice delivered throughout all of our rooms.

What are you most proud of about your nursery/team?

Being recognised as a top 20 rated nursery in East of England from DayNurseries parent reviews.

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