Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Nursery Education in Bootle
Cambridge Nursery School has served the Bootle community since 1974, providing high-quality early years education for children aged 2 to 4. Our team of qualified teachers and childcare assistants delivers 15-hour and 30-hour funded nursery programs, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. We prioritise play-based learning, tailoring activities to individual needs through 'In the moment' planning and digital tracking via Tapestry.With 80 places for 3-4 year olds and 40 for 2-3 year olds, we foster independence, curiosity, and emotional intelligence. Our curriculum integrates spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, supported by partnerships with families and Sefton Council. OFSTED-registered and committed to inclusivity, we prepare children for school through structured routines and holistic development.
Services
Nursery Education
2-Year-Old Programs
30-Hour Childcare
Curriculum Planning
OFSTED-Registered Care
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- Established in 1974 with expertise in early years education
- OFSTED-registered nursery following the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework
- Flexible 15-hour and 30-hour funded childcare options
- Qualified teachers and childcare assistants supporting child development
- Digital learning tracking via Tapestry for parent engagement
What people say
Dedicated staff
Structured routines
Effective parental engagement
Digital learning tracking
Child-centred approach
Services
Nursery Education
We provide 15-hour and 30-hour weekly nursery education for children aged 2-4, following the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. Our play-based curriculum develops communication, physical skills, and creativity. Qualified teachers create individualised learning journeys using Tapestry digital tracking.
2-Year-Old Programs
Eligible 2-year-olds access 570 annual hours of free early education. Sessions run mornings (8:45-11:45) or afternoons (12:30-3:30), with structured routines fostering school readiness. Funding checks use National Insurance details via Sefton Council's online system.
30-Hour Childcare
Eligible 3-4 year olds benefit from 30-hour weekly places (9:00-15:00). Children bring packed lunches, with no additional charges. Places require voucher codes from the government's 30-hour childcare eligibility checker, ensuring extended learning opportunities.
Curriculum Planning
Our curriculum focuses on seven areas: personal development, communication, physical skills, literacy, mathematics, expressive arts, and understanding the world. 'In the moment' planning captures children's interests, with progress shared through Tapestry online portfolios.
OFSTED-Registered Care
As an OFSTED-registered nursery school, we maintain high standards in child safety and education. Regular assessments ensure compliance with Early Years Foundation Stage requirements, while promoting spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development through themed activities.
People
Sam Roseburgh
Office Manager
Sam manages administrative operations at Cambridge Nursery School, supporting families with admissions, funding applications, and daily coordination. With extensive experience in early years administration, Sam ensures smooth communication between staff, parents, and local authorities.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We accept children from 2 years old, with 15-hour and 30-hour funded places available for 2-4 year olds.
How do I check eligibility for free childcare?
Visit the government's 30-hour childcare eligibility checker or Sefton Council's website to verify eligibility using your National Insurance details.
What curriculum do you follow?
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework, with play-based learning tailored to individual interests through 'In the moment' planning.
Are meals provided?
30-hour children bring packed lunches. Morning and afternoon sessions include snack times with provided refreshments.
How do you track child development?
We use Tapestry digital portfolios to document learning journeys, allowing parents to view progress and contribute observations from home.
