Kindred Cambourne Nursery and Pre-School

2 High Street, Great Cambourne, Cambridge CB23 6BJ
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9.6 47 Reviews
  • Kindred Cambourne Nursery and Pre-School, Cambridge
Staff at Kindred Cambourne believe every child is unique and help children to develop their own personalities to become confident, social children.

Following the Early Years Foundation Stage, the nursery understands children learn at different rates and in different ways and use a range of activities and facilities to give children an environment which suits their own learning style.

The nursery aims to form strong links with parents to ensure the transition from home to nursery is able to take place in a positive way.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Danielle Main (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 100

Age Range

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

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Kindred Cambourne Nursery and Pre-School Reviews (47)

9.6

Kindred Cambourne Nursery and Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.638) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kindred Cambourne Nursery and Pre-School has 47 reviews.

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Review from C B (Father of Child) published on 23 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always friendly and constant updates using the app. Our child loves it and the key workers. The multiple rooms and different activities are fantastic and allow him to experience things he wouldn't at home.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cambourne Nursery and Pre-School
Thank you for your kind review. We see ourselves as one big happy family at Kindred and it is our mission to help your little ones create moments of awe and wonder so that they can thrive and grow. We…read more
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Review from Jo H (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our son has attended since he was 11-months-old. Now that he is verbal, he tells us every day how much he loves nursery and the staff and other children (he is often disappointed when it's not a "nursery day")!
We love how much variety there is day to day in the activities planned out for them, and
how much time they spend outdoors in all weathers. The garden at Sunflower is amazing.
We really enjoy seeing regular updates and pictures on the app - it's lovely to see him having fun while we're at work.
Our son loves the food made for him and seems to eat all sorts of things he won't touch at home!
All in all, we have been so pleased with our decision to use Sunflower. It might not be the shiniest nursery out there, but on all important counts - staff friendliness, levels of care and fun, we have been so happy. Our 2nd child will definitely be attending when she's old enough, and we have recommended Sunflower to our friends too.
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Review from Natasha H-S (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm very happy we enrolled our child here. The staff have gone above and beyond my expectations in terms of supporting our family and our child's learning. They have respected our child's dietary requirements, and his development has greatly improved since his enrollment. He loves his time and is always
excited to go and play with his friends. We are very grateful to all the friendly and supportive staff there.
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Review from Ashley R (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been at Sunflower since my boy was 7-months. He’s nearly two now! We love it there and love that he enjoys going. Staff are always helpful and kind. Really understanding of nervous mums like me! Our son gets amazing care. Food is top-notch, and our boy eats it all. Really like the use of the
app to stay informed of how our son does over the day. Their management during covid has been superb. Would like to see some more interaction with other families to get to know our community better, but that will come post-covid. Please come join us at Sunflower!
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Review from Samantha M (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter used to attend another nursery, one of the main name ones, I won't name them, but the level of service that Sunflower provides is far superior, honestly, we couldn't be happier. The staff are organised, friendly, helpful and very supportive but mostly, my daughter is very happy.
We would
honestly recommend Sunflower nursery.
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Review from Karen S (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We are so lucky to have a nursery for our 3-year-old that is like a home from home. Staff are so welcoming and caring. Our son always looks forward to seeing his friends and enjoys a wide range of play and learning opportunities on offer. Communication is easy with the new app, and we get to see what
he is up to as the day progresses. Also, very open and helpful management team, should any issues arise. Very happy to be part of the Sunflower family.
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Review from D S (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter has been going to this nursery for about two years now, and she absolutely loves it. The best part is that she is always excited and happy to go and enjoys her time there. She has learnt and grown a lot there, and I am happy with her progress. Staff are generally nice and caring.
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Review from Leya H (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When my son first started going to Sunflower, I was extremely apprehensive as he had never been away from me or had much interaction with other children of his age. However, he took so well there, they never failed to keep my updated to how he was getting on either. I can’t thank the nursery enough
for everything they do. He absolutely loves the setting, staff and children that attend the nursery. His confidence has boosted so much since going, and his speech has developed loads. I would also like to thank them all for how understanding and helpful they are. Such a lovely setting with so many friendly staff. Thank you to you all.
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Review from Aaron B (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am extremely happy for having placed my child at Sunflower Nursery in Cambourne. Very helpful and respectable staff, nurturing and guiding the children. I am very fortunate and grateful to the staff for helping me manoeuvre around the UK system since we are new to the country too.
I appreciate the
daily update on my son through the app; keeps me posted on how he's getting on.
Thank you.
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Review from Anna R (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Sunflower for 7-months now, and he is very happy there. He talks about members of staff at home and walks in quite happily by himself to see his friends! It feels very small and personal, with all staff knowing the children by name, and the updates through the app are lovely and
reassuring! We are all very happy with our choice and enjoy watching our little man flourish.
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Review from Ahmed K (Father of Child) published on 29 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Me and my Mrs, we are both Doctors and have been working in the frontline during this pandemic. Can’t thank enough each and every staff member for not only looking after our daughter but also being so supportive during these tough times. I can’t even imagine what it would have been if you guys weren’t
there to support our little one. All of you are real heroes and have our utmost respect. I am genuinely so satisfied and happy with the way our daughter is being looked after. The app and the constant feedback is something too which I have to highlight and thank you lovely bunch for. Bless you all. A very satisfied father here.
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Review from Angjelina C (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with the nursery. My son is very happy when he goes there, and especially when I take him home, he is full of joy! I feel the difference! Thank you, Sunflower Cambourne! You are the best!
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Review from Madina B (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at Sunflower when he was 10-months-old. I was so worried about sending him at such a young age but was reassured upon visiting the nursery and meeting the staff. Sending your child to be cared for by others in an unfamiliar environment is such a difficult thing to do, but Sunflower made
the transition smooth and comforting! A big worry for me was my sons health issues, but the nursery has gone above and beyond to cater to his needs. (dietary requirements or even accompanying in an ambulance to meet me at the hospital when I couldn’t make it to the nursery in time). The staff are kind and caring, and it’s warming being greeted by your child’s key worker in the mornings and seeing their genuine joy and excitement to spend the day with your little one! The enthusiasm from all staff really creates an amazing environment for all the children with fun activities, themed days and tasty meals! I couldn’t think of a better people or a place for my son to be when I’m working!
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Review from Michael F (Father of Child) published on 2 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have watched Sunflower help our daughter grow and learn right through from when she was a baby to now. Sunflower has provided her with a great place to develop, and the staff have been amazing every step of the way. We are so glad we made the choice we did, and can only thank Sunflower for all that
they do for our daughter.
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Review from Nicola Z (Mother of Child) published on 26 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My darling daughter has been going to Sunflower for nearly 2 years now, starting when she was 13-months-old. She is always happy to be at nursery and often demands that we take her there even at the weekend! She is very secure going to nursery and runs in from the gate, often having to be reminded
to say bye to us when we drop her off because she is so keen to get in and see her favourite people. She has formed lovely bonds with all members of staff. What is particularly lovely is that all the staff seem to know all the children’s names, even if they are not in the room. They are welcoming and loving towards all the children.
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Review from Grazia F (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending the Sunflower Nursery since he was 1 year old. All these years at Sunflower had a significant impact on my son's development. As parents, we feel we have been supported by Sunflower, which was essential to strengthen our family values and vision of the world, taught to my son
throughout play and fun. He absolutely loves going to Sunflower, he has built strong relationships with teachers and other children, he feels part of the “Sunflower Team”, and proudly mentions to people that he goes to this nursery! We will miss Sunflower, we felt was part of our family, especially during the pandemic. I knew I was leaving my child in the safest environment, where he was cared and looked after even though the rest of the world went through a difficult time.
My little man acquired an endless amount of skills and he is growing up into this very confident little person and this is thanks to you Sunflower.
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Review from Charlotte M (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves coming to Sunflower nursery in Cambourne. She loves the staff and will quite often mention them at home. She's also made some friends. I would definitely recommend the nursery as a loving, caring environment for children.
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Review from Leah D (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves Sunflower nursery, I have seen a dramatic change in his speech and personality all round, he is more full of beans and much more sociable. I find he eats more, plays more and socialises more. The staff at Sunflower are all so lovely and very friendly, always helpful when you
need it and all in all amazing. I highly recommend sending your child to Sunflower if you are unsure on a nursery.
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Review from Felicity M (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves Sunflower Cambourne. The staff are so lovely, kind and down-to-earth. She is so confident and happy, and that is definitely in part thanks to how nurturing the nursery has been for her. It may not be as sleek as private nurseries, but it is a home from home.
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Review from Caroline K (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cambourne Sunflower staff are warm, caring, fun, well qualified in education and provide a safe place for my three children. They live and breathe the values and good practice that enables my children to love their time there and develop. A really proactive effort at all levels to establish how an individual
child expresses their thinking at home and nursery and amending their interaction to draw this out when at nursery. Great new app to facilitate this and lovely play spaces. From cuddles after a fall to distraction with fun to bring out best behaviour, to helpful suggestion eg focusing on lower not upper case letters to aid the transition to school. Throughout covid times, when risks were unknown, the staff were there every day as essential workers caring for the children creating as much normality as possible, implementing new hygiene procedures and enabling my husband and me to focus on our work, knowing the children were in the best place they could be.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.638)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.638) out of 10 for Kindred Cambourne Nursery and Pre-School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 15 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 4.888 for Kindred Cambourne Nursery and Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (159 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 178 Ratings = 4.888
  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 4.75 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kindred Cambourne Nursery and Pre-School is based on 15 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 100 number of registered child places is 20. 15 Positive Reviews ÷ 20 = 0.75
  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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Danielle Main

Job Title: Nursery Manager

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