Drop off
We recognise that mornings can be a challenge, and we’re committed to doing everything we can to ensure a positive and warm start to the day.
Open 51 weeks per year
7am – 7pm, Mon – Fri
Standard day: 8am – 6pm
Excluding bank holidays & inset days
N Cambridge
2 Clara Rackham Street
Cambridge
CB1 3FJ
01223 901 920
Why N Cambridge?
We couldn’t be more excited about our new N Family Club nursery in central Cambridge, surrounded by parkland and only a six-minute cycle ride to the station. Our purpose-built modern space is filled with natural light and clean air, thanks to our hi-spec air filtration system. The nursery also features a large garden with a sandpit, mud kitchen and water-play area.
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Open Longer
Our standard day is 8am – 6pm, with an option to extend this by an hour to ensure flexibility for our families.
The great outdoors
Our garden comes complete with a sandpit, mud kitchen and water-play area.
Beautiful spaces
Inspirationally designed, with specialist rooms, plus the latest air purifying technology.
Parent breakfast bar
Beat the cafe queues and pick up a coffee as you drop-off.
Balanced meals
Our meals are nutritionist designed and freshly prepared on-site.
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Rethinking Early Years Education
Here at N, we’re on a mission to rethink early years, offering a fresh educational outlook to prepare children for life in the modern world. Working with leading early years experts, we’ve blended our own unique curriculum, taking influence from a variety of learning philosophies including Reggio Emilia, Bruner, Forest School and Montessori. We were recently named the UK’s highest quality nursery group and we believe that our bespoke approach, combined with the learning outlined by the EYFS, supports all of our children to play and explore, be active learners and critical thinkers.
Our bespoke curriculum is split into four key pillars of learning:
Holistic health
Self expression
Global responsibility
Inventive ideas
Menu
We’ve worked with experts to make sure that we deliver a balanced menu that supports every child’s developmental needs. Our chefs prepare fresh meals in our cafe kitchen, everyday.
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The N Cambridge Management Team
Amber
Deputy Nursery Manager
With over 17 years of experience in childcare, Amber's passion for nurturing young minds shines through in everything she does. She finds immense joy in supporting children's development and witnessing their progress firsthand. Amber's creativity and enthusiasm fuel engaging activities that go beyond the ordinary! She makes sure to dedicate her time to building strong bonds with both children and parents, taking pride in fostering personal connections and always exceeding expectations with thoughtful touches.
Clare
Nursery Manager
Clare has been in early years education for over 20 years, having managed 2 university nurseries and maintaining their Ofsted Outstanding status throughout her time there. She wants to ensure that N Cambridge feels like a home away from home - where families feel supported, welcome and listened to. She’s a mum of 3 children who keep her busy outside of nursery life, and loves to spend time in Cornwall on family holidays.
Jenny
Deputy Manager
Jenny is a passionate early years education professional with over 20 years of experience. She has worked her way up from Qualified Nursery Practitioner to Deputy Manager over the past 8 years, and has a Foundation Degree in Early Years. She is excited about being a part of N Cambridge and contributing her expertise and passion to the team.
In her free time, she enjoys reading, fitness, running, and road cycling. She lives with her partner in a village near Cambridge.
Katie
Front of House Manager
Katie brings five years of valuable nursery education experience, starting as a room manager at the launch of N Cambridge and seamlessly transitioning to a front-of-house role. With a Level 3 SENCo qualification, she not only demonstrates adaptability but also a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.
Sarah
Nursery Manager
Sarah's passion for childcare and education sparked at just eight years old, setting her on a path she’s followed ever since. From her early school days to earning her NNEB through college, Sarah has immersed herself in the world of early years, exploring various roles and gaining a wealth of experience. With a deep-rooted love for nurturing young minds and a friendly, approachable nature, Sarah brings both expertise and warmth to her role at N.
Fees
Under 3 years £99.50 per standard day
3 years+ £94.50 per standard day
Fees include all meals, snacks, formula for infants, nappies and trips.
Minimum attendance is 2 full days, including a Monday or Friday. All conditions are subject to availability.
Standard plans
Minimum 2 full days including a Monday or Friday. Multi-day discounts have already been applied (see below for details).
Funding: Please note, for 2 day plans, your entitlement is capped at 20 hours, in line with your actual attendance.
Fees last updated 24/04/2024
Standard fees
2 days
£845.75
3 days
£1,268.63
4 days
£1,606.93*
Full time
£1,955.80*
Standard fees
2 days
£845.75
3 days
£1,268.63
4 days
£1,606.93*
Full time
£1,955.80*
Fees with 15 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied (from September 2024)
2 days
£423.98
3 days
£846.85
4 days
£1,206.24*
Full time
£1,565.66*
Fees with 30 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied (from September 2025)
2 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
3 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
4 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
Full time
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
Standard fees
2 days
£845.75
3 days
£1,268.63
4 days
£1,606.93*
Full time
£1,955.80*
Fees with 15 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied
2 days
£466.48
3 days
£889.35
4 days
£1,246.61*
Full time
£1,604.97*
Fees with 30 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied (from September 2025)
2 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
3 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
4 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
Full time
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
Standard fees
2 days
£803.25
3 days
£1,204.88
4 days
£1,526.18*
Full time
£1,857.52*
Fees with 15 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied
2 days
£546.67
3 days
£948.29
4 days
£1,282.42*
5 days
£1,620.18*
Fees with 30 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied
2 days
£461.30
3 days
£691.94
4 days
£1,038.89*
Full time
£1,383.05*
*Multi-day discount applied
Whilst the Government funding is structured for 38 weeks of the year (term time), our places are for 51 weeks of the year and so the funded hours are stretched over the 51 weeks that we’re open. Applied over 51 weeks, the funding equates to 11.18 hours per week. The same principle applies for the 30 hour funding.
Parents can assess their eligibility for funding and the application process by visiting the Government Childcare Choices website.
For more information about available funding, please go to our Funding and bursaries page.
Standard plans
Minimum 2 full days including a Monday or Friday. Multi-day discounts have already been applied (see below for details).
Funding: Please note, for 2 day plans, your entitlement is capped at 20 hours, in line with your actual attendance.
Fees last updated 24/04/2024
3-8 months
Standard fees
2 days
£845.75
3 days
£1,268.63
4 days
£1,606.93*
Full time
£1,955.80*
9-23 months
Standard fees
2 days
£845.75
3 days
£1,268.63
4 days
£1,606.93*
Full time
£1,955.80*
Fees with 15 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied (from September 2024)
2 days
£423.98
3 days
£846.85
4 days
£1,206.24*
Full time
£1,565.66*
Fees with 30 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied (from September 2025)
2 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
3 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
4 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
Full time
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
2-3 years
Standard fees
2 days
£845.75
3 days
£1,268.63
4 days
£1,606.93*
Full time
£1,955.80*
Fees with 15 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied
2 days
£466.48
3 days
£889.35
4 days
£1,246.61*
Full time
£1,604.97*
Fees with 30 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied (from September 2025)
2 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
3 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
4 days
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
Full time
£ TBC - awaiting funding rate
3 years+
Standard fees
2 days
£803.25
3 days
£1,204.88
4 days
£1,526.18*
Full time
£1,857.52*
Fees with 15 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied
2 days
£546.67
3 days
£948.29
4 days
£1,282.42*
5 days
£1,620.18*
Fees with 30 hours Early Years Funding Entitlement applied
2 days
£461.30
3 days
£691.94
4 days
£1,038.89*
Full time
£1,383.05*
*Multi-day discount applied