Ofsted Outstanding nursery · Cambridge
Where little ones grow, play and thrive.
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, Little Steps provides warm, stimulating care for children from 3 months to 5 years. We have limited places available — enquire early to join our waiting list.
Ofsted Outstanding0–5 yearsFunded hours accepted
⭐ Ofsted Outstanding4.9★ · 180+ parent reviews15/30 hours funded hours acceptedKeyworker discount available
Sessions
Sessions & fees
Flexible options to suit your family — full days, half days and funded sessions.
Baby room (3–12 months)from £78/day
Intimate, nurturing care with a high key-worker ratio.
Toddler room (1–2 years)from £68/day
Exploratory play, language development and messy art.
Pre-school (2–5 years)from £62/day
School-readiness programme, forest school & phonics.
15 hrs funded (3–4 yrs)from Free
Government-funded hours — use Mon–Fri flexibly.
30 hrs funded (eligible)from Free
For working parents who qualify. Apply via Childcare Choices.
Holiday club (3–5 years)from £55/day
Themed activity weeks during school holidays.
Why Little Steps
Why Cambridge parents choose us
Ofsted Outstanding
Our most recent inspection rated us Outstanding in all areas.
Low staff turnover
Consistent key workers your child will know and trust.
School-ready approach
Structured play and early phonics prepare children brilliantly for Reception.
Forest school
Weekly sessions in our outdoor classroom — whatever the weather.
Online booking
Enquire about a place
Tell us about your child and we'll check availability and add you to our waiting list — no commitment at this stage.
- No obligation to join
- Place confirmed by letter
- Show-around visits welcome
We respond to all enquiries within 24 hours
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About your child
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Parent reviews
What our families say
4.9★ average · 180+ reviews on Google
★★★★★
"Both our children have been at Little Steps and we couldn't recommend it more highly. The staff remember everything — every milestone, every preference. Outstanding in every way."
T
The PatelsBaby & toddler rooms
★★★★★
"My son started in September and within weeks was so confident and articulate. The forest school sessions are brilliant and you can see how much the children love them."
E
Emma C.Pre-school room · 3 years
★★★★★
"We used the holiday club for the first time this summer and our daughter had an absolute ball. Themed activities every day. We'll definitely be booking again."
J
James & RachelHoliday club · summer
Our setting
Life at Little Steps
Questions parents ask
Yes — we accept both 15-hour universal funding (for 3–4 year olds) and 30-hour funded places for eligible working parents. Just let us know when you enquire.
48 Mill Road, Cambridge CB1 2AD
On-street parking on Mill Road or side streets. Cycle parking available at the entrance.
Address48 Mill Road, Cambridge CB1
Phone01223 000 885
Emailhello@littlestepsnursery.co.uk
Opening hours
Mon–Fri7:30 — 18:00
Term-timeYear-round (inc. most holidays)
ClosedBank holidays & 2 weeks over Christmas
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