Discovery Pre-school

Discovery Primary Academy, Mount Steven Avenue, Walton, Peterborough PE4 6HX
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9.6 47 Reviews
  • Discovery Pre-school, Peterborough
Discovery Pre-school is an Early Years Alliance childcare service located in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.

The pre-school offers 26 Ofsted-registered places per session for children aged between two- and four-years-old.

Committed, friendly and qualified staff follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and place a strong emphasis on encouraging learning through play and involving parents in the life of the setting.
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Funding & Fees

Children aged 2-3 years - £20.00 per pre-school session.


Children aged 3 years and over - £17.00 per per-school session.


Children aged 3 years and over - £5.00 per Out of School club session until 4pm.


Or £15.00 per Out of School Club session until 6pm.

Contact Discovery Pre-school to get a personalised quote.

Contact Discovery Pre-school to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Lynette Durham (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 6

Registered Charity Number

  • 1096526

Total Places for Children

  • 52

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:45-18:00
    Tuesday 08:45-18:00
    Wednesday 08:45-18:00
    Thursday 08:45-18:00
    Friday 08:45-18:00

When Closed

  • School Holidays

Discovery Pre-school Reviews (47)

9.6

Discovery Pre-school has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.575) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Discovery Pre-school has 47 reviews.

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Review from Dimuthu A (Father of Child) published on 16 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child started at this nursery a few months ago, and it has been such a lovely experience for our family. As a parent, leaving your child somewhere new can be emotional, but the staff made the whole transition so comforting and reassuring. They are incredibly kind, patient, and genuinely care about
every child.
My daughter settled in so quickly and now goes in every morning with a big smile. She has made wonderful new friends and often talks about her teachers with so much love. It means the world to see her so happy, confident, and excited to learn.
The nurturing environment and dedication from the staff truly make this nursery special. I'm so grateful knowing my child is safe, cared for, and enjoying such a positive start to her early years.
Reply from Lynette Durham, Manager at Discovery Pre-schoolThis was a lovely review to read, thank you for the kind comments, we are so happy that we could support you and your daughter in a successful start to Pre-school.
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Review from Maria b (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
They are really friendly and kind I really like to talk to them thank you so much for your kind ness with my son and thank you so much for yours patience calmness thank you thanks for everything .
Thank you
Reply from Lynette Durham, Manager at Discovery Pre-schoolThank you for your kind words, it is nice to know that the support we give to children and their families is appreciated.
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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's been really good since my son's started to nursery. All staff are very nice and helpful and friendly. If you need any help. They are more than happy to help you.i am happy to came this nursery.thank you
Reply from Lynette Durham, Manager at Discovery Pre-schoolThis is lovely to hear, thank you for your kind words.
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Review from Autumn C (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my boys attended this pre school setting and the staff both times have been absolutely amazing, my boys have always felt comfortable, confident, safe and happy attending, there brilliant from the updates throughout the day, the communication they give to each parent regarding there child but
there also always happy to help and offer any advice they can offer if you have any issues.
Reply from Lynette Durham, Manager at Discovery Pre-schoolThankyou for these lovely comments its always reassuring to know parents feel this way. We are pleased that both your boys has had a positve experience with us.
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Review from Z M (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Nursery is really good. All my Kids been going here for several years. All the staff members are really good people ,professional,understanding, helping whenever you need.kids are happy to go every day, have them favourite teachers. As well happy with activities, they can explore them self more
than at home with the help of other children in same year group.
Reply from Lynette Durham, Manager at Discovery Pre-schoolThank you for your comments and your continuous support at Discovery Pre-school. We are pleased that you have and still are happy with our setting.
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Review from N T (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Loved this place since my daughter has started with them so helpfully when asking questions my daughter love it here the staff our brillant.. they have helped my daughter to learn so much great place x
Reply from Lynette Durham, Manager at Discovery Pre-schoolThank you for you kind and positive comments, we are pleased that your daughter loves it here at Discovery.
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Review from Aimee K (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't fault this preschool, my daughter absolutely loves going. She has come on leaps and bounds since she started, in lots of ways. Her speech and independence has massively improved and she is truly thriving, from the moment we viewed the preschool to now I have always felt so welcome and supported
with my daughters needs.
Reply from Lynette Durham, Manager at Discovery Pre-schoolThank you for your comments, it is lovely to hear the impact that the setting is having on your daughters Speech and language.
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Review from D P (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Nice and caring staff with safe environment for each and every child. Highly appreciate their dedication and effort to prepare kids for school . As well as kids are lucky enough to have such a good environment .
Reply from Lynette Durham, Manager at Discovery Pre-schoolThank you for your nice comments, we are pleased you find the staff to be caring.
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Review from Toma B (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A very friendly team. My daughter really enjoys going to this preschool. So far we have no complaints - everything is very good, both the way they communicate with the children and the activities they do. It will be sad to leave this preschool.
Reply from Lynette Durham, Manager at Discovery Pre-schoolThank you for your kind words, we are so pleased you and your daughter is happy here at Discovery
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Review from Grzegorz P (Father of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Nice staff very helpful. My son enjoys spending time there. Learning a lot.
There is very good communication. We get every week an update on how our son is making progress.
I am very happy we made the right decision to send him there.
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Review from Kayleigh W (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Couldn't be more happy with my experience with this nursery. They were so welcoming when I first went to view the nursery and have gone above and beyond to make my little one feel settled and welcome here.
They have helped my little one come on leaps and bounds in her development and speech. You can
also tell that the ladies who work there genuinely care about doing the best for the children.
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Review from Natasha K (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Discovery Preschool is one of the best in the area. As I tried almost every preschool for my little one. But this is the best with the brilliant staff very caring and passionate about what they are doing. All of them take care of the kids like angels very supportive and humble. All of the ladies are
wonderful. Their passion makes this place wonderful and best for kids. Thank you all.
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Review from Joyce O (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Beautiful nursery, my son has been made to feel extremely welcome at Discovery Academy Nursery and he enjoys his time there. The staff always keep me well informed about my little one's progress of the day. I'm really happy with the service and I will recommend the nursery to friends and families.
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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great staff, friendly and professional. My boy enjoys going to preschool and never has had any issues going on and always comes out with a smile on his face and has lots to tell me about his day. Thank you.
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Review from K D (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very lovely preschool with incredible staff who are always ready to help. It is a safe place for children and staff encourage children to be independent and always have fun activities for children. I am very pleased.
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Review from Joshua M (Father of Child) published on 1 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love the attention they pay to the children's overall development which goes beyond academics but all-round character building plus social skills. Beautiful place to start for a child!
Awesome faculty members. Friendly, attentive, carry out different observations on the children's development and
share same with the parents.
Children are in capable hands and there is nothing to worry about.
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Review from Rebecca C (Mother of Child) published on 1 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would recommend this setting to anyone. The staff are so supportive in and out of the setting, for the children and their families. I’m so pleased with my child’s progress while being in this setting, they are blossoming with all the things they are learning. Social skills, confidence, fine motor
skills, speech, the list goes on but it’s all good.
My child will be attending this setting again next year and I can’t wait to see all the ways that my child’s development will improve with the staff's help and guidance.
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Review from Taiwo A (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Discovery Pre-school is a home away from home for my son. The staff are very welcoming. My son is comfortable around them.
He misses school whenever he's not at school.
The children too are one happy family. They are always happy and play very well with one another.
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Review from Ruth B (Mother of Child) published on 11 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children attend after school club, I have been so happy with the staff and management. One of my children has extra physical needs and the staff have been so accommodating to him and implemented everything they can for his needs and communication has been fantastic. The staff are all friendly
and approachable and most importantly my children are happy there
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Review from A R (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child is doing fantastic at Discovery, she loves coming each day. The staff are amazing and support me and my child whenever it is needed. I can’t thank them enough, I will be just as sad as my daughter when she leaves for big school.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.575)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.575) out of 10 for Discovery Pre-school 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 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 12 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 4.775 for Discovery Pre-school is calculated as follows: ( (121 Excellents x 5) + (12 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 142 Ratings = 4.775
  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 4.8 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Discovery Pre-school is based on 12 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 = 3.8
    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 52 number of registered child places is 10.4, which has been reached with 12 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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Meet the Team (5)

Alison

Alison Riddell

Job Title: Early Years Deputy

I have been working with the Early Years Alliance now for 17 years, in a range of different roles. My true passion is supporting the children and their families through what we offer and the wider community

Karen

Karen Matchwick

Job Title: Early Years Assistant

I have been at Discovery Pre-school for 14 years and I like listening to the children chat, giggle and laugh while playing together.

Kiya

Kiya Reed

Job Title: Early Years Educator

I enjoy taking part in different activities and trying new ideas. I love learning about different cultures and celebrating them with the children and their families.

Ruth

Ruth Dwamena-Yeboah

Job Title: Early Years Educator Joined: 2020

I have worked with the Early Years Alliance for over 7 years in the Peterborough settings. I like to help children achieve their potential whilst making learning fun.

Kelly

Kelly Zajac

Job Title: Early Years Educator and Setting SENCO

I have been in childcare for almost 7 years and thrive in completing additional training and courses to become the best practitioner I can be. I enjoy keeping children active and expanding their imaginations through role-play. I love making a difference by supporting children with additional needs to develop in all areas.

Frequently Asked Questions about Discovery Pre-school

What is the Age Range of Children that Discovery Pre-school accepts?

Discovery Pre-school accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Discovery Pre-school Open?

Discovery Pre-school is open: Monday 08:45-18:00, Tuesday 08:45-18:00, Wednesday 08:45-18:00, Thursday 08:45-18:00, Friday 08:45-18:00.

How many Children does Discovery Pre-school have capacity for?

Discovery Pre-school has capacity for a total of 52 Children.

How far is Discovery Pre-school to the centre of Peterborough?

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

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