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Not only did the nursery meet all our expectations but, in many areas, they exceeded themZaki H(Father of Child)

I can see the difference when she comes home! The practitioners are so kind and attentiveBeth P(Mother of Child)

The University of West Cambridge Nursery is truly the best you could ever ask forMahendrini A(Mother of Child)

Not only did the nursery meet all our expectations but, in many areas, they exceeded themZaki H(Father of Child)

I can see the difference when she comes home! The practitioners are so kind and attentiveBeth P(Mother of Child)

The University of West Cambridge Nursery is truly the best you could ever ask forMahendrini A(Mother of Child)

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 yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Childbase Partnership
- Private Owned
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
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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)
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.
There are great carers for my child and other children in their class. They are very friendly, and caring and I feel very comfortable to leave my child in their care. Their service is excellent. I will recommend the nursery because of them.
Awesome place. Awesome staff. My daughter says it is brilliant!
I have had two children come through the nursery, one through caterpillar through to butterflies. Both my children have had a fabulous experience and really thrived. The staff are fantastic, warm, patient, kind, funny, full of energy and smiles (I don't know how they do it!). I feel extremely lucky to have been able to have my children in such capable hands.
We love this nursery - our youngest daughter goes here. She is very happy here and I am really happy as well - it is never a problem to get her to go to nursery! Our older children went elsewhere and I really regret not having sent them here as well. It is a great place for children with good food and excellent staff.
Staff very flexible very good at putting this nervous parent at ease! Child settled in quickly and is always excited when we pack her bag for nursery.
The nursery is well organised and the staff are very kind and patient to the children. The food quality is good. My son really enjoys his time in the nursery.
Our daughter loves the nursery and so do we! The staff are very friendly, professional and take a keen interest in the children as individuals. The staff helped our daughter to settle in very quickly indeed, and she has formed close relationships with her key workers.
They have a great variety of activities for the children each day and our daughter is developing really well in the rich environment. They also have a varied and ever-changing menu that she enjoys.
Our daughter always looks forward to going to nursery and comes home full of joy and enthusiasm.
Thanks to all the staff at the nursery for doing such a great job.
When I first brought my little son to nursery I had my doubts if he wasn't too young still, seeing that he was not yet a year old. However, after seeing him thrive the way he does after only 3 months at the West Cambridge Nursery, I know I made the right decision. I love that he is so close to his practitioner, which is made possible due to the great ratio of children to practitioner. He is learning so much and enjoys all the activities offered to him. In general, I as a mother could not wish for a better place for my little one to stay at. My son is safe and happy and I get to enjoy the huge smiles from him after a great day at the nursery.
Our children love this nursery! The staff have been very helpful during the settling in period, offering additional sessions when necessary. They are very friendly and our children love them!
I am so very happy that my child attends nursery at West Cambridge. The staff are excellent - friendly, knowledgeable and communicative. My child receives the best care and always has a variety of activities to participate in. We love west Cambridge!!
The nursery staff are very thoughtful and caring and take a great deal of interest in the children's happiness and well-being.
I have been coming to this nursery for five years and have always been very happy with the care of my two children. The staff are great and while turnover is high and I think this is a sector issue and I also think Childbase expect a lot of their staff. The team go the extra mile, raising lots of money to charity activities to take home and training courses in first aid etc. I would not hesitate to recommend the nursery. I was very lucky to get a place.
My daughter started at nursery in September aged 5 1/2 months. The staff were excellent at reassuring us and making the transition as smooth as possible. She has developed a great rapport with her key workers and its brilliant to bring her in and see the grin on her face when she realises she is going to be with them all day. The nursery communicates everything really well, so we can see her progress and they organise some wonderful activities - especially the messy ones which I cant do at home. She is so happy there, so we are happy too. worth every penny and great value for money. Thank you all. Its such a relief to know she is in such good hands.
Overall I think the day care is great. The carers and staff are nice and are aware what the other is up to.
Child Vacancies
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News (7) & Events (0)
- 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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Awards / Recognitions (22)
- Recipient: Childbase PartnershipDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: Childbase PartnershipDate: Monday 31 Mar 2025
- Recipient: Childbase PartnershipDate: Thursday 28 Mar 2024
Meet the Team (1)
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.
I love the family environment at the nursery, the warm and welcoming staff and the outstanding practice delivered throughout all of our rooms.
Being recognised as a top 20 rated nursery in East of England from DayNurseries parent reviews.
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