Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Nursery Education in Bootle
Cambridge Nursery School has been dedicated to early childhood education since 1974, providing high-quality nursery education for children aged 2 to 4 years. Our team of qualified teachers and childcare professionals delivers a curriculum rooted in the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework, tailored to individual learning styles through 'in the moment' planning. We maintain strong partnerships with families, using digital platforms like Tapestry to document children's progress and encourage parental involvement. Our large indoor and outdoor learning environments foster independence and curiosity, with regular assessments ensuring each child achieves their full potential. We offer both 15-hour and 30-hour weekly options, with eligibility determined through government funding criteria.Our values of kindness, respect, and resilience are embedded in daily practice, alongside comprehensive SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, and Cultural) development. As a maintained nursery school, we serve the Bootle community with 80 places for 3-4 year olds and 40 places for 2-3 year olds. Our staff's expertise in early years education ensures a nurturing environment where children develop essential social, emotional, and cognitive skills. We maintain transparent communication channels with parents through regular meetings and digital updates. Our OFSTED registration and adherence to national educational standards demonstrate our commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Services
2-Year-Old Free Education
3-4 Year-Old Sessions
30-Hour Childcare
Early Years Curriculum
OFSTED-Registered Care
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We have 50 years of experience delivering early years education in Sefton.
- Our staff team includes qualified teachers and childcare professionals.
- We follow the latest Early Years Foundation Stage Framework guidelines.
- We offer flexible 15-hour and 30-hour weekly childcare options.
- Our curriculum includes comprehensive SMSC (Spiritual, Moral, Social, and Cultural) development.
Services
2-Year-Old Free Education
We provide government-funded early education places for eligible 2-year-olds, offering 15 hours weekly across 38 weeks. Our qualified staff create tailored learning experiences that prepare children for formal schooling. This service helps families access quality childcare while supporting children's social and developmental needs.
3-4 Year-Old Sessions
Our 3-4 year-old programme offers morning and afternoon sessions following the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. Children develop essential skills through play-based learning in both indoor and outdoor environments. The curriculum focuses on communication, physical development, and early literacy and numeracy skills.
30-Hour Childcare
Eligible families can access 30-hour childcare places from 9:00am to 3:00pm daily. This extended provision includes lunchtime care and continuous learning experiences throughout the day. Our staff ensure structured yet flexible routines that balance educational activities with rest periods.
Early Years Curriculum
Our curriculum follows the latest EYFS guidelines with 'in the moment' planning that responds to children's interests. We use Tapestry digital platform to document learning journeys and involve parents. The programme covers all seven areas of early years development through practical, hands-on activities.
OFSTED-Registered Care
As an OFSTED-registered nursery, we maintain the highest standards in early years education. Our staff receive regular professional development to stay current with best practices. We undergo routine inspections to ensure compliance with national quality standards and continuous improvement.
People
Sam Roseburgh
Office Manager
Sam manages all administrative operations at Cambridge Nursery School, supporting families with admissions and funding applications. With extensive experience in early years administration, Sam ensures smooth day-to-day running of the nursery while maintaining excellent parent communication.
Questions
What are your eligibility criteria for free nursery places?
Children qualify based on family income, benefits, or specific circumstances. Check eligibility through the government website or Sefton Council for 2-year-olds, and automatically qualify at age 3.
What session times do you offer?
Morning sessions run 8:45am-11:45am, afternoon sessions 12:30pm-3:30pm, with 30-hour places available 9:00am-3:00pm daily during term time.
How do you support children's learning and development?
We use the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework with individualised 'in the moment' planning, regular progress assessments, and digital learning journeys through Tapestry to track development across all key areas.
What curriculum do you follow?
Our curriculum is based on the latest EYFS guidelines covering personal, social, emotional development, communication, physical skills, literacy, mathematics, and creative arts.
How can parents get involved?
We encourage parental engagement through regular meetings, digital updates via Tapestry, home learning resources, and opportunities to share cultural experiences with the nursery community.
