
The staff are approachable, knowledgeable and friendly. My children are always excited to attendMichelle L(Mother of Child)

I will recommend Discovery Pre-school to everyone.Anita B(Mother of Child)

My son settled in so quickly, happily going all the time to the nurseryAnita B(Mother of Child)

The staff are approachable, knowledgeable and friendly. My children are always excited to attendMichelle L(Mother of Child)

I will recommend Discovery Pre-school to everyone.Anita B(Mother of Child)

My son settled in so quickly, happily going all the time to the nurseryAnita B(Mother of Child)

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.
Type of Service
- Nursery School
Opening Schedule
Open term timeAttendance patterns offered
Term Time
Full days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Early Years Alliance
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
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
Meals Provided
YesMeal Types Provided
Lunch, Snacks
Consumables provided
YesOpening Times
- Monday08:45-18:00
- Tuesday08:45-18:00
- Wednesday08:45-18:00
- Thursday08:45-18:00
- Friday08:45-18:00
When Closed
- School Holidays
Funding & Fees
Private fee, before any funding
£418/ month(£44 / day)
Morning session is 8:45 am to 11:45 am. Afternoon session is 11:45 am to 2:45 pm. Out-of-school club is available from 3pm to 6pm for £21, or 3 pm to 4 pm for £7.
Morning session is 8:45 am to 11:45 am. Afternoon session is 11:45 am to 2:45 pm. Out-of-school club is available from 3pm to 6pm for £21, or 3 pm to 4 pm for £7.
Families accessing government-funded childcare hours are not charged for extras such as consumables, learning resources, or activities. However, a contribution is asked towards snacks and meals, which is entirely voluntary for families accessing funded hours.
Snack charge: 50p
Lunch charge: N/A
Late pick-up charges are: £20 for the first 15 minutes, £10 for every additional 5 minutes thereafter
Refundable Deposit
The nursery does not charge a registration fee. However, families who are paying fees are required to pay a deposit to secure their child's place. This deposit is fully refundable and will be deducted from your final invoice, provided the required notice period has been given and all terms of the agreement have been met. Full details of the deposit and notice requirements will be provided during the enrolment process to ensure complete transparency and peace of mind for families.
Calculated from data given to us by this nursery. Your final quote may vary slightly.
Averaged monthly figure. Actual billing varies; some nurseries bill weekly or by use.Defaults shown
2-3 years • 3-days • term time
How this price scales (per month)
0.5 days per week
£76
3 days per week
£418
5 days per week
£697
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What this price covers
- Standard chargeable day 8:45am to 6:00pm (9.3 hours)
- Included in this price: Lunch and Snacks
About this price
How the monthly figure is calculated.More info
- We work out the total cost across the year and divide by 12, so the figure shown is a smoothed monthly average. In practice, nurseries bill in different ways. Some bill monthly at this average. Others bill weekly, or charge for what happened that week or month, which can vary across the year. Confirm billing details with the nursery when you enquire.
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Discovery Pre-school Reviews (48)
Discovery Pre-school has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.543) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Discovery Pre-school has 48 reviews.
I think the nursey is really good, they look after the children well and always express their concerns when you drop off & pick the children up. All staff are lovely people too.
I think the nursey is really good, they look after the children well and always express their concerns when you drop off & pick the children up. All staff are lovely people too.
Good pre-school. Helped my daughter with many different things, she can count to 18 at two years old, knows shapes and colours. Can draw shapes etc. Also currently helping me potty train her, all in all, I think it's a brilliant pre-school and staff are all brilliant.
Good pre-school. Helped my daughter with many different things, she can count to 18 at two years old, knows shapes and colours. Can draw shapes etc. Also currently helping me potty train her, all in all, I think it's a brilliant pre-school and staff are all brilliant.
Preschool team have been fantastic with my two children that attend the setting.
Preschool team have been fantastic with my two children that attend the setting.
I am very pleased with how the nursery go about things. Their app is an amazing thing which really shows how your child is progressing in their time there. My son loves going and all the staff make him feel welcome which is great.
I am very pleased with how the nursery go about things. Their app is an amazing thing which really shows how your child is progressing in their time there. My son loves going and all the staff make him feel welcome which is great.
My child really enjoys it here at Discovery Pre-school. He has progressed so much in confidence, speech, play and social skills. He has learnt so much and both we as parents have too. All staff are easy to talk to with any problems/questions, no matter how awkward or personal. We are always...
My child really enjoys it here at Discovery Pre-school. He has progressed so much in confidence, speech, play and social skills. He has learnt so much and both we as parents have too. All staff are easy to talk to with any problems/questions, no matter how awkward or personal. We are always informed of everything and we appreciate that staff are not afraid to talk to us either about any worries with our child.
Discovery is a great pre-school. My daughter attended here when she turned 2 and stayed right up to when she moved to primary school. She was a very shy girl when she started and had a slight stammer, through the staff's patience and help, my daughter overcame this and is a very confident girl and...
Discovery is a great pre-school. My daughter attended here when she turned 2 and stayed right up to when she moved to primary school. She was a very shy girl when she started and had a slight stammer, through the staff's patience and help, my daughter overcame this and is a very confident girl and is exceeding in school. Now my second daughter started in March when she turned 2 and is doing great. I’m so glad she is having so much fun and making new friends. The staff at Discovery are great! They do a lot with the children and include parents in lots of special events like Cultural days, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. As long as my daughters are happy and having fun I’m a happy dad. Thank you Discovery!
It’s wonderful to see the way my niece is growing in confidence as a result of the time and effort of the team at Discovery Pre-school. She is excited about moving up to school in September and is well prepared for the next step. The pre-school consistently works hard to engage with parents and...
It’s wonderful to see the way my niece is growing in confidence as a result of the time and effort of the team at Discovery Pre-school. She is excited about moving up to school in September and is well prepared for the next step. The pre-school consistently works hard to engage with parents and wider families of the children and it’s lovely to feel part of the pre-school community in this way.
My daughter has loved her time at the pre-school, the staff are so kind and caring and try to bring out the best in every child. There are lots of exciting activities on offer and the parents are always welcome in to the setting to spend time with their child. I have enjoyed father's day events,...
My daughter has loved her time at the pre-school, the staff are so kind and caring and try to bring out the best in every child. There are lots of exciting activities on offer and the parents are always welcome in to the setting to spend time with their child. I have enjoyed father's day events, cultural celebrations and stay and play sessions. The learning journeys are done online so I always feel a part of my child's progress.
Child Vacancies
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News (2) & Events (0)
- 22 Jul 2026
In April and May 2026, we invited families at our early years settings to share their honest feedback through our Parent/Carer Customer Satisfaction Survey. The survey, which received 325 responses,...
- 22 Jul 2026
The team at Discovery Pre-school in Peterborough have developed strong links with books, children and families through a range of reading initiatives. Each week, the team introduce a Book of...
There are no upcoming events for Discovery Pre-school.
Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Mar 2024Recipient: Early Years Alliance
- 28 Apr 2023Recipient: Early Years Alliance
- 31 Mar 2020Recipient: Early Years Alliance
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Discovery Pre-school.
Meet the Team (5)

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

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

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.

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.

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...
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.
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