Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton

High Street, Fen Drayton, Cambridge CB24 4SJ
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9.8 74 Reviews
  • Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton, Cambridge
Located in a beautifully converted old school in the quiet village of Fen Drayton, Sunhill Fen Drayton Nursery is a truly unique, warm and homely nursery in the heart of the community. The setting follows a Montessori approach to education, which prioritises the growth and development of each child, in a supportive and engaging space designed for them to learn and thrive.

The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes, helping to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge of the cooking process.

Babies join the nursery in the Stars Room and as they grow and develop, toddlers transition into the Sunbeams Room. These rooms have their own garden with slides, a mud kitchen, a water play area, a sandpit, a discovery area, seesaws and a rocking horse. The nursery encourages independence skills and children are able to free flow between indoor and outdoor areas throughout the day.

When children are 3 years old, they transition into the pre-school room. The children in pre-school have their own garden with 2 climbing frames, a mud kitchen, a construction area, a literacy area, a maths area, a water play area, a sandpit, and a canoe. Free flow is also encouraged between the indoor and outdoor space.

Inside, the rooms are warm and welcoming complete with carefully selected resources to enrich the children’s learning and development.

Thanks to the nursery's picturesque setting, the children will often go on walks around the village to visit the local nature reserve, shops and the church, helping to extend and enrich the children’s learning beyond the nursery setting.
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Funding & Fees

Full Day Session £80.70

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.

Contact Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton to get a personalised quote.

Contact Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Helen Ince (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 7

Total Places for Children

  • 43

Age Range

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

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

  • Parking at the front of the nursery for parents and visitors.

Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton Reviews (74)

9.8

Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.770) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton has 74 reviews.

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Review from Sarah D (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely staff, fantastic setting. Homely feel - our son has settled really quickly. Our daughter also loved this nursery. They do really lovely activities, inside & outside.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonThank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to learn how quickly your son settled and that both he and your daughter previously enjoyed the activities and environment we offer.
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Review from Amy B (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves it here I'm so glad I found this nusery all the staff are so friendly and so helpful!
I can see so much improvement in my daughter since going to nusery, I would highly recommend to anyone looking
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read how much your daughter enjoys her time at our nursery and the lovely progress you've seen since she started.
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Review from Matt I (Father of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic place, staff are really friendly and hit genuinely loves all of them.
Hits social skills have really improved in the 1 year + he's been coming here.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read how much your child enjoys his time at our nursery and the lovely relationships he has built with our team. It's wonderful to know that his social skills have developed so well over the past year.
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Review from Kelsey D (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sunhill Fen Drayton has been amazing with my daughter and my daughter has come along massively since starting. All the staff are lovely and I couldn't be happier with the experience so far.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read how much your daughter has developed since starting at our nursery. It's lovely to know that our team's care has made such a positive difference.
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Review from J P (Father of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It has been fantastic to see how my daughter settled from toddlers to pre-school. The support + from staff have been fantastic and crucial for a really smooth transition. My daughter is always looking forward to come back every week and very excited the day before. All staff are very warm and 'welcoming'
every morning and always give very detailed feedback when I pick her up. Very happy with how my daughter is supported and developed in nursery.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read how well your daughter has transitioned from toddlers to pre-school and how much she looks forward to attending each week. It's lovely to know that the warm welcome and detailed feedback from our team have made such a positive difference to your experience.
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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves being at nursery and is very happy. Staff are great.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonThank you so much for your feedback. We are so pleased to read that your daughter loves to come to nursery!
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Review from Gary P (Father of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Ayaon commenced nursery end of Feb 26, he is getting on really well and am very pleased with the nursery setting and staff.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read that your child has settled well since starting and that you are pleased with the nursery and our team. It's lovely to know he is getting on so well.
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Review from Rory G (Father of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Zach is always happy when I pick him up. He loves that it's getting enough to be out in the garden which is great.
His talking has really come on over the last couple of months.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read that your child is happy when you collect him and that he enjoys spending time in the garden. It's lovely to know that his speech has developed so well over the past few months.
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Review from J K (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter loves the setting, the staff are amazing, she has built great relationship with her peers. We love how the nursery strives to build their interests. I would definitely recommend to anyone we also love the montessori activities and great communication with picture and updates multiple times
a day.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read how much your daughter enjoys her time at our nursery and the lovely relationships she has built with her peers. It's wonderful to know that the Montessori activities and regular updates through the app are such valued parts of your experience.
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Review from Kirsty J (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful nursery. Staff are lovely and warm. Always well updated at the end of the day. My daughter loves it and talks about all her friends at nursery.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are so pleased to read about how much your daughter enjoys her time at our nursery and to hear her share stories about her friends. It's lovely to know that the daily updates and the warm approach from our team are such positive parts of your experience.
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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at the nursery in January 2026. She has settled into the nursery really well and has created strong bonds with her key worker and other members of staff. They have been really supportive whilst she has been settling in and we have noticed that she has been thriving in all areas of
her development. We are really happy with our experience so far.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read that your daughter has settled well since starting and has built such strong bonds with our team. It's lovely to know that the support she has received is helping her thrive in her development.
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Review from H W (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We really love Fen Drayton Sunhill nursery. All the staff are super friendly, and Luna absolutely loves it.
Thank you to all the staff.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are so pleased to read how much your child enjoys her time at our nursery and that you've had such a positive experience. It's lovely to know the team's friendly approach has made such a difference.
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Review from C C (Father of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with the care at the nursery. The staff are very caring and support development of my child.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read that you are happy with the care your child receives at our nursery. It's lovely to know that the team's support is helping their development so positively.
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Review from J G (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is our first few weeks but so far we are thrilled. The nursery have been flexible with our requests for settling our boy in and were quick to offer a place. The setting is really relaxed which atches our personalities and the set up in the baby room is really homely. The menu is fantastic and we
thank for all the services and consumables offered it's fantastic value. We are so pleased to be here.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read that you have been pleased during your first few weeks and that your son is settling in well. It's lovely to know that the flexibility, homely baby room and meals have made such a positive first impression.
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Review from G P (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. Real home from home feeling. My daughter enjoys the variety of activities offered and gets on really well with all the staff.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read that your daughter enjoys her time at our nursery and the variety of activities offered. It's wonderful to know that it feels like a home from home and that she has built such lovely relationships with our team.
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Review from Phoebe H (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children attend the nursery and I love that it has such a homely feel. My son has been attending for 3 years now and loves it. I am always updated with the 'going on' in the nursery and have a great relationship wtih all of the staff. I would recommend the nursery to all of my friends.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read that both of your children enjoy their time at our nursery and that it feels like such a homely environment for your family. Thank you for taking the time to recommend our nursery.
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Review from T W (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had a wonderful experience thus far. The staff are caring, good communication, and the atmosphere feels warm and family-centred. It's a positive, nurturing environment where children are truly known and supported. We would highly recommend The Old Station Nusery Ltd.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read that you have had such a positive experience at our nursery and that the family-centred atmosphere has made you feel supported. It's wonderful to know that the care and communication from our team are such valued parts of your experience.
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Review from Chris S (Father of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff have always been incredibly approachable and very friendly & supportive of our daughter. The app is perfect to allow us to keep up with our daughter's progress, and the personalised comments make the difference. We like the regular activities involving the parents and the exposure to events/celebrations/festivals
through the year.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read that you feel so supported by our team and value the personalised updates you receive through the app. The team will be pleased to know that the parent activities and celebrations throughout the year are such a positive part of your experience.
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Review from Nicholas I (Father of Child) published on 19 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Daughter currently attends the nursery, and really enjoys it. My Daughter has been at the nursery since she was 6 months old. All the staff at the nursery are lovely and take a keen intrest in my child and her learning. She loves all the staff and has strong bonds with her room leader and keyworker.
The nursery has some great enhancements such as Montessori learning, cookery enhancement, next stop school and they have companies come in and do activities with the children. They currently have mini athletics coming in twice a month which my daughter loves to join in. I would recommend this nursery to anyone. Thank you to all the team for what you do day in day out.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read how much your daughter enjoys attending our nursery and the lovely bonds she has built with our team since she started as a baby. The team will be pleased to know that the enhancements and activities are such highlights for her. Thank you for taking the time to recommend our nursery.
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Review from Charlotte G (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are now using the nursery for our 2nd child after having such a great experience with our 1st child. All of the staff as so friendly and great with all the children ensuring their needs are met and fun is had everyday. Helen the manager is great and makes the nursery such a lovely place to send any
child. I would thoroughly recommend to anyone.
Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Sunhill Day Nursery Fen DraytonWe are delighted to read that you have returned to our nursery with your second child after such a positive experience the first time. The team will be pleased to know that their care, friendly approach and the fun activities each day continue to make the nursery such a lovely place for your family. Thank you for taking the time to recommend our nursery.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.770)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.770) out of 10 for Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton 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 33 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 33 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 4.770 for Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton is calculated as follows: ( (309 Excellents x 5) + (81 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 395 Ratings = 4.77
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton is based on 33 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 43 number of registered child places is 8.6, which has been reached with 33 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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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Helen

Helen

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2019

Qualifications: Diploma in Childcare and Education Level 3

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton

What is the Age Range of Children that Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton accepts?

Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton Open?

Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton is open: 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.

How many Children does Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton have capacity for?

Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton has capacity for a total of 43 Children.

How far is Sunhill Day Nursery Fen Drayton to the centre of Cambridge?

9.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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