Patacake Day Nursery

Sedley Court, Malta Road, Cambridge CB1 3LW
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  • Patacake Day Nursery, Cambridge
Patacake Day Nursery is a private day care nursery situated in a light and spacious building in Sedley Court in Cambridge.

The nursery is conveniently situated with easy access to the A14 and M11 and is only a short walk from Cambridge train station.

Patacake Day Nursery is open full-time from 8:00 am – 6:00 pm caring for children from 3 months to 5 years.

The nursery recently underwent a full refurbishment. The environments have been designed to cater for the individual ages and stages of the children and to provide a caring and nurturing environment which stimulates their curiosity and imagination.

The rooms are equipped with state of the art educational resources, providing environments rich in exciting and engaging learning opportunities and experiences which are tailored to meet children's individual interests.

The nursery's on-site chef prepares all the children's meals fresh on the premises each day and the menus are designed in conjunction with a paediatric dietician.

The nursery also offers extracurricular activities including a gardening activity which is supported by the Royal Horticultural Society’s School Gardening Awards training programme.

Patacake nursery were finalists at the 2023 NMT awards in the SENCO category.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • James Seaman (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 40

Total Places for Children

  • 131

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.

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 & Christmas

Parking

  • Short stay visiting can use the drop off spaces outside the nursery, long stay will need to use a side road near by.

Patacake Day Nursery Reviews (130)

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Patacake Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.256) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Patacake Day Nursery has 130 reviews.

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Review from Mark M (Father of Child) published on 13 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have a son attending Patacake for over 6 months now. He has been attending full time since February. I find the staff attentive and caring. I am always fully informed of his mood, behaviour, toilet habits and what he has eaten. My son can be very physical when unsettled and in new places and can pinch
and bite. Which is obviously upsetting for all concerned, children, parents and myself alike. The staff have been very supportive, offering help and advice, giving him extra attention and really on the case with triggers while he is at school. These incidents are now thankfully far and few between. I have been really impressed with how un-judgemental they have been and how they helped my son through this period of his development. He really enjoys being at Patacake and has plenty of outside play, the activities are varied and all the staff seem to genuinely enjoy their time with him. I have no concerns at all and love hearing him talk about his day. Thank you for caring for him so well
Reply from The Staff Team at Patacake Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear how pleased you are with our nursery and how well supported you and your son have been.
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Review from Diane H (Grandmother of Child) published on 2 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly nursery, always welcoming when arriving, my grandson thoroughly enjoys his sessions at Patacake Day Nursery. When I pick him up he always talks about his day, the food he's had and the things he's done. The staff are very informative when leaving as well and tell you about his day.
Reply from The Patacake Day Nursery Team at Patacake Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. We're thrilled to hear how much your grandson enjoys attending and that you receive good feedback and a warm welcome when you arrive at Nursery.
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Review from K C (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son is now in the toddler room and transition between rooms has been great. The staff clearly care about the children. The feedback at the end of the sessions is personal and I feel they listen if I have any concerns or information to pass on.
Reply from The Patacake Day Nursery Team at Patacake Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your review. We're delighted to hear how happy you are with the Nursery and that the transition between rooms has been smooth for you and your son.
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Review from Nele D (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son enjoys nursery every day, even whilst visiting five times every week. The staff is very committed and tries to offer him the best care.
Staff is always open for ideas and feedback. Patacake Day Nursery wants to create a warm and welcome environment for children and parents and succeeds!
Reply from The Patacake Day Nursery Team at Patacake Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely comments! The staff team were so pleased to hear how pleased you are with the Nursery and how much your son enjoys attending.
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Review from Dennis S (Grandfather of Child) published on 30 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery, friendly staff and lovely children. My granddaughter always tells her nana and I her tales from her days at nursery. Well done everyone on giving my granddaughter memories to remember.
Reply from The Patacake Day Nursery Team at Patacake Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear how much your granddaughter enjoys attending and that she is making happy memories with us!
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Review from Matthew H (Father of Child) published on 29 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended the nursery since she was 8 months old. The staff have always been supportive and when I collect my daughter, I can see she has enjoyed her day by watching how engaged she is, as sometimes she doesn't even realise I have arrived to collect her.
Reply from The Patacake Day Nursery Team at Patacake Day Nursery
The staff team were so thrilled to hear how much your daughter enjoys attending. Thank you!
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Review from Lisa B (Nanny Carer of Child) published on 29 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friendly and professional staff.
The child I care for really enjoys their days at nursery. Great activities are always set up and have really helped build the child's developmental skills.
Reply from The Patacake Day Nursery Team at Patacake Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely review!
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Review from T L (Father of Child) published on 29 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our daughter loves the nursery. She is really happy there. Must be due to all the cuddles, songs and play. Staff are wonderful. Thank you!
Reply from The Patacake Day Nursery Team at Patacake Day Nursery
We are so pleased to hear how happy your daughter is at Nursery. Thank you for your review which the staff team were thrilled to read.
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Review from Truly R (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely setting for a child to learn play and discover. There are always plenty of activities and play with an educational element. There is a good outdoor space and often can be activities out there whether playing on the equipment or gardening etc The staff are amazing and friendly and it's managed
well. I have had 2 children attend. I and my children have felt very welcome here. The new kitchen is a great addition and my daughter enjoys her meals they are balanced and varied and fresh.
Reply from The Patacake Day Nursery Team, Patacake Day Nursery at Patacake Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're thrilled to hear how happy you are with the Nursery and are glad that your daughter is enjoying our freshly prepared meals!
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Review from Jo S (Aunt of Child) published on 10 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My niece loves attending nursery and enjoys the varied curriculum on offer. Staff are professional and dedicated, providing a caring, fun, educational environment. Children are supported and nurtured, enabling them to blossom and thrive. I love hearing about all the things she has been up to. Thank
you to the staff team for all their hard work. I would definitely recommend this provision.
Reply from The Patacake Day Nursery Team at Patacake Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. We were thrilled to hear how pleased you are with the Nursery and staff team, and also that your niece loves coming to Nursery!
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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.256)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.256) out of 10 for Patacake Day Nursery 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 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.4 out of 5 from 10 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 4.874 for Patacake Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (104 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 119 Ratings = 4.874
  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 4.382 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Patacake Day Nursery is based on 10 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 131 number of registered child places is 26.2. 10 Positive Reviews ÷ 26.2 = 0.382
  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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Awards / Recognitions (6)

Meet the Team (6)

Kelly

Kelly Hajroussi

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2003

Kelly is the nursery manager and has been at Patacake for 20 years; she is qualified with a level 5 and is the nursery-trained DSL.

James

James Seaman

Job Title: 3rd in charge/room leader Joined: 2007

James has been at Patacake for 15 years and has a level 3 in childcare as well as leadership and management. He is our nursery SEND lead as well as behaviour management lead as well as running the toddler room.

Philippa

Philippa Shaw

Job Title: 3rd in charge/room leader Joined: 2006

Philippa has been at the nursery for 16 years and is not only the room leader of the preschool room but is also the nursery ENCO. She is qualified for a level 4 in childcare.

Charlie

Charlie Barry

Job Title: Room leader Joined: 2019

Charlie is our room leader of the Pre toddlers and over see's under 2's. She is qualified to a level 4 and is the nursery deputy E-safety lead.

Courtney

Courtney White

Job Title: Baby room leader Joined: 2021

Courtney is our acting baby room leader covering for Rosie who is on Maternity leave. She is qualified for a level 3 and has been with Patacake for a year and a half.

Rosie

Rosie Whitehead

Job Title: Room leader Joined: 2017

Rosie is our room leader of the baby room and is currently on Maternity leave. She is qualified to a level 3 and has been at Patacake for over 5 years.

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