Cherubs Mapperley

400 Westdale Lane, Mapperley, Nottingham NG3 6DG
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9.9 37 Reviews
  • Cherubs Mapperley, Nottingham
Situated in the former Hazlehurst School building, just off the High Street, Cherubs Mapperley has been providing high quality early years care and education for children since May 2021. Following a full refurbishment and with the addition of a modern extension, the nursery is spread across 2 floors and 4 age-appropriate rooms with a wraparound outdoor space. This nursery really does have it all.

If you’re looking for a modern and conveniently located nursery, overflowing with outstanding facilities, Cherubs Mapperley is the nursery for you.
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Funding & Fees

£82.50 (Standard Day)

£100 Registration Fee along with 2-weeks Advance Fees (Deposit) are required to secure your place at Cherubs Nurseries.
Registration Fee and Advance Fee are not required for funded-only places.

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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Ellie Foster (Head of Nursery in Training)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 23

Total Places for Children

  • 73

Age Range

  • from 0 years 1 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • On-street free parking is available outside the nursery.

Cherubs Mapperley Reviews (37)

9.9

Cherubs Mapperley has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.894) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Cherubs Mapperley has 37 reviews.

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Review from Emily B (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with this nursery. Our two-year-old daughter loves going, which says everything about the warm and caring environment the staff have created. She is always excited to go in and always comes home happy and clearly well cared for.
The team are kind, patient, and attentive, and
it's obvious they genuinely care about the children. They take the time to understand each child's personality and interests, which has really helped our daughter grow in confidence and independence. We especially appreciate the regular updates and photos that let us see what she's been learning and enjoying throughout the day.
The activities are creative and engaging, and it's lovely to see how much she's developing socially and academically while still having plenty of fun. The nursery always feels clean, safe, and welcoming.
I always recommend Cherubs Mapperley to any other parents who asks. And always praise the nursery when asked what I think of it.
10/10 to Cherubs Mapperley
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Review from Chaz W (Father of Child) published on 6 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had a lovely time taking our daughter to Cherubs. She loves her time there, her transittons between age groups have been managed really well and she always comes home with a funny little story about her day. The activities are really good for her and she has been able to explore her enjoyment
of arts and craft,cooking and outdoor play with the other children. Loves the food as well and seems to eat a much broader range of meals when at Nursery as compaed to at home. (a bit annoying). No complaints at all. Keep it up!
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Review from Kerry G (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with Cherubs, Mapperley. Our son absolutely loves going and has come on so much since starting, especially with his speech and confidence. He loves reading books, playing with cars, painting and spending time outside, and it's lovely to see how his interests are encouraged.
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staff are always friendly and chatty, speak so positively about him, and are genuinely interested in what we've been up to at home and how they can help support him. We're always kept well informed about what's happening.
Most importantly, he's completely settled and genuinely happy there. We're so grateful for the care and encouragement the team give him every day.
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Review from Chloe F (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff members at the nursery are amazing and you can really tell they care for the children. Really good updates throughout the day on the parent app which put you at ease. Really pleased with the activity's set out each day.
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Review from Courtney B (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff have been super supportive since my daughter started over 2 years ago and now are brilliant with my son who started in January.
They have supported with nap transitions, nursery settling in, getting rid of a dummy, potty training.
The staff know the kids really well which is exactly what you
want when leaving your children somewhere for the day!
My daughter particularly loved snowdrops, she was so sad to be leaving the girls to move to preschool, particularly Lily and Lataya were brilliant!
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Review from K S (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a wonderful nursery. The staff are all so friendly and enthusiastic and really invested in all of the children. It is such a lovely environment for the children and our daughter continues to thrive here.
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Review from I T (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been really happy with the care given to our daughter at Cherubs. One of cherubs greatest assets is the staff, they are friendly, passionate and build amazing bonds with the children. Communication both during the day and at pick up is always good and the app is a huge benefit updating throughout
the day including pictures of what our daughters been up to. The rooms and outside space are good and we feel the nursery are always offering a good variety of activities.
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Review from C R (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son joined the nursery at almost 2 years old. He currently goes 2 days a week. The team spent time helping him settle into a new routine and helping him feel comfortable.


The nursery value different types of play, inside and outside. They spend time talking and encouraging to learn and thrive,

whilst he has have fun. They take time to update parents. The food is healthy and changes to encourage new food.
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Review from Dionne B (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Happy with the nursery. Staff are caring and polite. Environment clean the nursery,kitchen,toilet etc. They offer a good range of activities. Nice outdoor space. Stay and plays etc. My daughter enjoys it there.
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Review from Leonie S (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a very anxious mum I was nervous for my son to start nursery but Cherubs eased that and have been fantastic!!! our son is absolutely blossoming. The staff are lovely and always say hello, ask how you've been as well as your child, gives updates about days, etc. the communication is fantastic I couldn't
ask for more. Meal times / menus are varied and brilliant. The staff have lovely professional uniforms, the building and rooms are clean and tidy for a nursery. Overall I genuinely wouldn't have my child anywhere else, super happy !!!!!
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Review from G B (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A truly wonderful nursery. My son loves his days at Cherubs and all the staff genuinely care about the children. There are loads of activities and outside space for the children to explore and play, and opportunities for parents to get involved. The nursery itself is modern and tidy. I'd throughly recommend
it!
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Review from J D (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves attending Cherubs. He has been attending since 7 months old and is now 2. All of the staff are lovely. They really take the time to get to know the children and care about them.
Each day, I drop him off, safe in the knowledge his well-being and development will be well cared for.
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Review from W A (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had a great experience with Cherubs Mapperley nursery. The staff are warm, kind, and intentional about supporting our son's growth.
They are attentive to his needs and make the space feel safe and welcoming.
We really appreciate getting a quick overview of his day at pick-up.
Overall,
it's a place we trust and would definitely recommend.
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Review from H P (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but positive things to say about Cherubs Mapperley. My little boy has attended since he was 11months, and he's now 2.5 years. The staff are very friendly and approachable, even staff members not in his room make the effort.
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Review from Jodi S (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Cherubs Mapperley are all really lovely and really care about the kids! Since joining Cherubs from 11 months old right up until pre school, my son has learned so much and flourished there. My little girl has recently started and the staff in the daisies room are making sure she feels safe
and comfortable, whilst updating me with her progress.
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Review from Emma I (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cherubs nursery is absolutely exceptional. I am so grateful for how well they take care of our daughter, she is besotted with her key workers and on days when she isn't in nursery, talks about them constantly. I receive regular updates throughout the day and I never go a day without photos of my daughter
which is the highlight of my day when at work. Every day they set up special, themed interactive areas or activities. They are incredibly thoughful and take time to give an overview of my daughter's day every evening on pick up. It feels like they really care and it is a close knut group of people who are all really positive, sweet and kind. I sent our son to a different nursery nearby and was so pleased I changed to cherubs as the difference is huge. Cherubs feels very personal and like a big family, you don't feel like a number. My daughter also suffers from a dairy allergy and they managed this really well, offering excellent alternatives every day.
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Review from Natalie M (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is looked after at the very highest of standards at cherubs nursery in mapperley. The staff are incredibly caring and friendly, they encourage my daughter to grow and learn in a very warm environment. My daughter loves coming to the nursery, she has made deep bonds with her key workers and
has many lovely little friends. The activities and learning resources available are at a high standard, there is nothing more I could ask of this nursery. I am forever grateful.
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Review from Tom W (Father of Child) published on 11 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has attended Cherubs for around 2-3 years now. We have been really happy with the care she has received, particularly in the baby room and in Snowdrops.
The nursery is well run, safe and has good options in terms of nutrition.
Special mentions to two members of staff in particular for their
help in the early years of my child being at nursery. They made us feel like we were leaving our child in a safe and caring place.
Also to the manager, whose management of the nursery has displayed some great improvements and changes. She has always been very responsive and flexible. She is a great leader and it was noticeable how she has impacted the nursery.
Lastly, to another member of staff in particular, we have seen some amazing changes in our child's confidence since her input. We can't speak highly enough of her.
We will be forever grateful to Cherubs for their help and support over the years.
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Review from O S (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with Cherubs Mapperley - very friendly, understanding and informative management. The staff that look after our child are always friendly, polite and informative of how she has been during the day. We feel like they care and love our child and always update us. The food served is great and
our child always eats it all. The app is great for being updated and seeing photos. My child speaks about her key workers and feels happy with them. Any requests and questions we've had have always been answered and have been very helpful. The staff are always warm and friendly and we are so happy to have chosen Cherubs through a recommendation.
Thank you and I would recommend this nursery.
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Review from R D (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at the Cherubs Nursery since February 2023.
The staff were amazing in helping settling my daughter in to the nursery and reassuring me by letting me stay with her and work upstairs in the parent room in the initial stages.
My daughter has made great connections with the nursery
team and made lots of friends.
I would highly recommend the nursery.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.894)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.894) out of 10 for Cherubs Mapperley 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 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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 4.894 for Cherubs Mapperley is calculated as follows: ( (236 Excellents x 5) + (28 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 264 Ratings = 4.894
  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 Cherubs Mapperley is based on 22 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 73 number of registered child places is 14.6, which has been reached with 22 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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Kayley Martin

Job Title: Area Manager Joined: 2016

"Hello, I'm Kayley - Area Manager for Cherubs Mapperley. A career in childcare is something I have always wanted to pursue. In 2014, I took the plunge and started my journey with Cherubs Nurseries - I’ve never looked back! I started as a student and worked my way up to Assistant Manager at Cherubs Executive House before being promoted to Nursery Manager at Cherubs Ruddington in 2021. I have had the pleasure of both supporting and being based at other nurseries within Cherubs Nurseries, which has given me invaluable experience. I also support our Apprentices through their Training Academy journey, which gives me great pride in seeing them succeed and flourish into wonderful, knowledgeable Early Years Educators.


I currently hold a Level 3 in Childcare, Level 2 in Mental Health and Well-being, as well as various other qualifications, including SEND, Language Lead, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, Moving and Handling Special Needs, and I have been trained in Buccolam and Oxygen Administration. Within the setting, I am passionate about creating a home-from-home experience for the children that we care for by creating a fun, engaging and welcoming atmosphere - encouraging the children to develop to their full potential."

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Ellie Foster

Job Title: Head of Nursery in Training Joined: 2022

Hello, I'm Ellie - Head of Nursery in Training at Cherubs Mapperley. I'm currently working on my Cherubs Nurseries story to share with you and will have it uploaded soon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cherubs Mapperley

What is the Age Range of Children that Cherubs Mapperley accepts?

Cherubs Mapperley accepts Children aged from 0 years 1 month to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Cherubs Mapperley Open?

Cherubs Mapperley is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Cherubs Mapperley have capacity for?

Cherubs Mapperley has capacity for a total of 73 Children.

How far is Cherubs Mapperley to the centre of Nottingham?

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

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