The Old Station Nursery Granta Park

Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge CB21 6GP
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9.5 58 Reviews
  • The Old Station Nursery Granta Park, Cambridge
Situated a short distance from the centre of Cambridge, The Old Station Nursery Granta Park offers the perfect setting for parents commuting to the city as well as the surrounding areas. The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child, such as child-friendly cooking, language and organic growing classes. These classes help to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge of the cooking process, difference cultures, the environment and sustainable living.

In the organic-centred nursery, a lively curriculum inspires curiosity, sparks imagination, and cultivates overall wellness. Children eagerly participate in plant nurturing, produce harvesting, and culinary exploration, acquiring knowledge about plant growth, diverse fruits, and cooking methods. The nursery also proudly offers a cookery enhancement, featuring uniquely crafted cooking and baking utensils designed with children's safety and ease of use in mind.

Purposefully designed, the nursery offers four rooms that have been curated for different ages and stages of development. In each of the large and airy rooms, children can explore a range of resources and equipment chosen specifically for them. Each room also benefits from access to a separate garden space. With laid Astroturf and a range of resources, from a mud kitchen to a climbing frame, children are free to safely explore and enjoy the outdoors.

Granta Park focuses on the learning of Languages via Baby Sing and Sign classes, Spanish language lessons and interactive multilingual books. This is embedded into an overall engaging curriculum. Children have access to a range of high-quality and engaging texts and children’s stories from Polylino.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Nicola Henge (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 30

Total Places for Children

  • 96

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Full Day Session £95.60

  • A £100 non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a place. Exact days of attendance should be confirmed no later than 6 weeks prior to the child’s start date. Any changes are subject to availability.

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 & Christmas

Parking

  • There is parking outside the nursery for parents and staff.

The Old Station Nursery Granta Park Reviews (58)

9.5

The Old Station Nursery Granta Park has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.498) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Old Station Nursery Granta Park has 58 reviews.

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Review from T I (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our child loves coming into the nursery every day. She always does loads of different activities, and we receive occasional photos of these. She seems very happy here.
Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at The Old Station Nursery Granta Park
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Review from H A (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't be happier with Sunhill Nursery. From the wide variety of activities my son enjoys to the nourishing meals, everything has been brilliant, but more than anything the wonderful and attentive care of the Sunhill team has meant I feel fully comfortable leaving him there every day - which is
the greatest gift of all!
Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at The Old Station Nursery Granta Park
Thank you so much for your review; we really appreciate it!
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Review from J W (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Granta Park is such a great setting for my daughter. The staff are incredibly special, and it's amazing to see people care for and develop your child in the best possible way. The facilities are great. The rooms are routinely cleaned and cleared - nothing seems chaotic! Outdoors there is so much for
the children to play on or with. The acting manager has really improved the nursery space (giving it a fresh new warm feel), improved communication and the staff seem happier too. The meals are varied and great - my fussy child seems to enjoy everything! I would highly recommend the nursery to anyone - I can't praise the staff enough (especially Pre-school 1 staff) - their constant commitment to supporting my child's learning and development is fantastic. Furthermore, all the staff at the setting know my daughter by name and happily greet her - leaves you with such a comforting feeling, and I am glad they get to spend the day with my daughter - great role models and teachers!
Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at The Old Station Nursery Granta Park
Thank you so much for your review; we really appreciate it! We are delighted to hear how well your child has settled at Granta Park!
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Review from O Z (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are happy with everything. Staff are very friendly and professional. She loves going to the nursery. The only thing which I would like to improve is to have a real kitchen in the nursery to be able to provide cooked food.
Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at The Old Station Nursery Granta Park
Thank you very much for taking the time to write us a review! We are very pleased to hear that you are happy with everything. We do have a kitchen at the nursery and provide hot, home-cooked,…read more
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Review from A G (Father of Child) published on 12 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Overall, the nursery is great. My kids love it there; the carers and staff are all wonderful. The facility is fantastic, and the location is brilliant for us. My only complaint would be communication needs some work.
Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at The Old Station Nursery Granta Park
Thank you for your feedback! We are always looking for ways to improve our communication with parents and will ensure that this is something we focus on.
Thank you again for taking the time to write…read more
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Review from Nat M (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been at this nursery from 12-months of age, and in the past year and a half, she had flourished into a caring, confident and happy little girl. She loves going to nursery so much so, we will have to add an additional day. She so looks forward to all of the activities and comes home
a very tired and happy little girl.


Out little baby boy will also be attending this nursery as and when I return to work from maternity leave.

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Review from M G (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very professional and caring staff. Always willing to adapt to the needs of the child and parents. They offer strong support with learning and development. My child is very happy and comfortable and we are relaxed he's in good hands.
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Review from A L (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl loves going to Granta Park Montessori Nursery. She is always very happy to be left and has become at ease quickly when she moved up to the toddler room. This was due to having a lovely bunch of girls looking after her and making her feel at home. She also loves to still have interaction
with all members of staff too.
Everyone is always very welcoming and acknowledges myself and my little girl when we enter the nursery. I would not hesitate to recommend this nursery to anyone. The nursery has a lovely, warm and reassuring feel to it.
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Review from L O (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We have been really pleased with all the support and effort that everyone gives at Granta Park Montessori Nursery.
My child really enjoys the activities he does and the encouragement he receives.
Thank you for everything you do.
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Review from K J (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience, over the last three years, has really exceeded our expectations.
Our daughter is extremely well cared for by her key-worker and other staff members. A very shy child in her first year, her confidence has really grown during her time at the nursery.
Communication is great, we receive
daily face-to-face updates and a weekly email. We will be very sad to leave the nursery when she starts school next year!
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Review from G D (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good nursery. Staff are friendly and caring towards children. Encourage child's development, lots of activities done with children. Extremely happy with the nursery.
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Review from N D (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter is really happy at the nursery and has settled in really well. The staff are so attentive and look after the children really well.
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Review from B M (Father of Child) published on 6 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are very welcoming and proactive to her needs. I have confidence in all aspects of care.
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Review from Emma G (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A wonderful setting with friendly and caring staff who care just as much about the parents as they do the children. Since starting at the nursery I have watched my daughter grow in confidence and curiosity about herself and the world around her and within her room, she has found her own little community
of familiar faces. The activities that are set up by the staff are relevant to the children's interests and also reflect their surrounds, from displays about the seasons and different types of transport to the members of everyone's families and the sort of places that we all live. I love the fact that my daughter is always pleased to see me but never in that much of a rush to go home as she is having such a wonderful day.
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Review from Rebecca S (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children have been attending Granta Park Nursery for the last 3 years.
Both children are happy and settled there.
They have an excellent rapport with the staff and always return home speaking of all the fun they have had through the day.
The staff are very good at keeping us informed of their
progress and are incredibly proactive in their approach to learning.
Overall we couldn't be happier with the care and support given to our children and would be happy to recommend the nursery.
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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been so impressed with Granta Park Nursery since our child joined a year ago.
She is so happy there, has a lovely bond with the staff and enjoys the wonderful purpose-built facilities.
I wouldn't hesitate in recommending the nursery to others.
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Review from Heather (Mother of Child) published on 17 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son (4) has just left Granta Park after 2 years at the nursery to go to school.
He has learnt a lot and is well prepared for school life. The Monstessori approach teaches the children independence, decision making and logical thinking.
He misses the friendly and supportive staff and the activities
and regularly asks to go back to visit.
I would recommend the nursery to prospective parents.
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Review from James P (Father of Child) published on 14 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very thorough and insightful summary of my son's development. Good feedback and encouraging to hear how his development is supported by the nursery.
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Review from Charlotte V (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Granta Park is a fantastic nursery. Our daughter loves it here. All staff are friendly, helpful and very caring with all the children. The new setting is perfect. Our daughter has learnt many new skills since coming here and is definitely benefitting from the nursery experience.
We couldn't wish for
a better nursery.
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Review from Tim M (Father of Child) published on 14 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The new nursery building and facilities are great. Our daughter loves the new garden area which has a water feature and a climbing area.
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.498)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.498) out of 10 for The Old Station Nursery Granta Park is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 13 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 4.821 for The Old Station Nursery Granta Park is calculated as follows: ( (129 Excellents x 5) + (26 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 156 Ratings = 4.821
  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 4.677 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Old Station Nursery Granta Park is based on 13 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 96 number of registered child places is 19.2. 13 Positive Reviews ÷ 19.2 = 0.677
  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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Nicola Henge

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2023

Hi! I'm Nicola and I'm the Nursery Manager here at Sunhill Day Nursery Granta Park.


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