Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard)

Mentmore Road, Leighton Buzzard LU7 2PA
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Cedars Day Nursery is situated in Leighton Buzzard, close to the train station, and offers parents a fully inclusive service all-year-round. They have also obtained their Green Flag Eco-Schools award.

The nursery ensures that outdoor play is an important part of each child’s learning. Access to a large natural garden creates opportunities for all age groups of children to develop social, emotional and physical skills.

The children plant, harvest and taste a range of vegetables in their own vegetable plot.

The nursery focuses on parent partnership - once a month arrangements are made, such as stay and play or parent workshops.

Cedars also offer the extracurricular activity of Hart beeps every Monday morning from 9am across all rooms.

Long-standing, highly trained practitioners help support children's learning through a range of activities designed in line with EYFS principles.

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Care Provided by Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard)

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Lauren Trotter (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 51
  • Total Places for Children
  • 99
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:15-18:30
    Tuesday 07:15-18:30
    Wednesday 07:15-18:30
    Thursday 07:15-18:30
    Friday 07:15-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 2 Inset Days
  • Parking

  • Free parking is available onsite.


Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) Reviews (116)

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Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.947) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) has 116 reviews.

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Review from Alice J (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so over the moon happy with Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) for our daughter (2.5 yrs). Every single member of staff is fantastic and you can tell daily how much they care for the children and make every day the best it can be. Specifically, I'd like to mention one member of staff in particular
in the Bumblebees room. She's faultless and loves and cares for our daughter like her own. We couldn't be happier with her.

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Review from Lauren B (Mother of Child) published on 8 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter moved to Cedars Day Nursery in September and has settled so well. She absolutely loves her key worker. The nursery keep you well informed about what the children get up to during the day. They do so many different activities, it's fantastic.

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Review from Tess D (Mother of Child) published on 8 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love Cedars Day Nursery, this year has felt like a whirlwind of staff changes and while it has taken some time to adapt as parents, our kids never knew or expressed any worries. Their respective key workers were new this year too but they love them and both of them are so attentive. And the same
goes for all staff members in both rooms too.

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Review from Madelene N (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't have asked for a better start for our son. He started at Cedars in September -24, and I just like to give our gratitude to the staff for how well they have taken him and us on board. It can be scary handing your child over to strangers, but they very quickly made us and him feel safe and
no longer being strangers. Having his keyworker and the other familiar faces meeting him every day has given all of us the reassurance we need to keep him there. We know he is well looked after all day and the staff respects our wishes when it comes to naps and other routines. So far we have not had any issues with anything and are always met with positivity and good explanations when asking questions or inquiring about something. Highly recommend them!

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Review from Sarah O (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cedars Day Nursery has been in our lives for 7 years, as both of our children have gone through the nursery, so it was a sad day when we had to move on. Thankfully, the love, care, and teaching the staff have given our girls has equipped them with all the social skills and resilience to take on school
life. We will miss you all and thank you for being awesome at your jobs - I definitely couldn't do it!

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Review from Laura A (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had both our children at Cedars since they were babies through to preschool and they have both thrived here. All of the staff have been wonderful, kind, and caring. They have always been generous with their time and put in lots of effort to get to know each child individually. They have offered
a great mix of fun, learning, and being creative.
As parents, we have felt comfortable leaving our children with all of the staff and feel that are in capable and nurturing hands.
We can't rate cedars highly enough.

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Review from J G (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I love the care and attention my daughter receives. She is allowed to grow and be herself. She gets the extra cuddles in the morning on days she is finding hard.
The food is amazing and allows her to try different things.
The facilities are excellent, with the gardens being the best I've seen.

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Review from J S (Father of Child) published on 16 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The team are very professional and caring. Our son loves his time at nursery. He is developing so nicely under the Cedars care. The facilities and outdoor space is great and so is the communication from the nursery.

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Review from T S (Mother of Child) published on 2 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have such an appreciation for Cedars Day Leighton Buzzard. The care and attention my child receives make it an exceptional environment for early childhood development.
The staff at Cedars Day Leighton Buzzard are remarkably warm, nurturing, and incredibly dedicated. Their enthusiasm for teaching
and their deep care for each child's well-being is evident in everything they do.
The nursery's curriculum is engaging, enriching, creative, and curious. I have seen significant growth in my child's social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
Additionally, the culturally inclusive program celebrates diversity and teaches children the value of inclusivity and respect for all cultures, which is something our family deeply appreciates.
The facilities are clean, safe, and well-equipped. Communication with parents is excellent
I highly recommend Cedars Day Leighton Buzzard to any parent seeking a nurturing, stimulating, and supportive environment for their child's early years.

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Review from Andre C (Father of Child) published on 28 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment I walked through the doors, I was impressed by the bright, clean, and welcoming environment. The classrooms are spacious, filled with natural light, and equipped with a variety of educational toys and resources that keep the children engaged and stimulated. What truly sets this nursery
apart, however, is the staff. Every member of the team is warm, attentive, and genuinely cares about the well-being and development of the children. They go above and beyond to create a nurturing and safe environment where each child feels valued and understood. The teachers are highly skilled and bring a wealth of knowledge and creativity to their teaching methods. They communicate effectively with parents, providing regular updates and feedback about our child's progress. Our child has flourished since starting at Cedars, developing new skills and forming strong bonds with both peers and teachers.

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Review from Nicholas C (Father of Child) published on 19 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From day one we were impressed by the welcoming atmosphere. They take the time to get to know each child individually, which has helped our little ones settle in quickly. The nursery environment is vibrant and stimulating, with bright, spacious rooms and a wonderful outdoor area. There's a great balance
of structured activities and free play, ensuring that children are always engaged and learning in a fun, interactive way. The curriculum is well-rounded, with a mix of educational and creative activities that cater to all aspects of early childhood development. Communication with parents is excellent. We receive regular updates on their progress, along with photos and descriptions of their daily activities. This has given us peace of mind, knowing how they're progressing. Overall, Cedars has exceeded our expectations in every way. Our child is happy, confident and thriving thanks to the nurturing and supportive environment provided by the fantastic team.

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Review from Katie J (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't be happier with our choice of nursery for our daughter. When she started she had just turned one and all of the staff went above and beyond to make the transition as smooth as possible for her and to help her to settle in. Our daughter absolutely loves her days at Cedars, she quite literally
squeals with excitement as she gets out of the car in the mornings! The activities the staff prepare for the children vary each day and are engaging and fun for them - our daughter learns so much. Everyone is so welcoming, kind, and friendly.

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Review from Charlotte J (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little joined Cedars Nursery at the beginning of the year. From first introductions to settling in sessions the nursery has been fantastic at communicating with me and putting my family at ease. The staff are always welcoming and happy, greeting my little by name. In the Caterpillar room my little
is thriving and has clearly bonded with all the lovely staff, a special mention to his key worker who he really has taken a shine to, thank you! The staff keep us updated with pictures of what our littles have been up to and the activities are varied and interesting; sensory music classes; painting; messy play, to name a few. I also feel confident my little is getting lots of super tasty, nutritious food from the wonderful cooks. I am really happy with our choice of nursery and can see a jump in my little's progression since his time there. Would recommend highly!

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Review from Wayne K (Father of Child) published on 7 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has now been at Cedars for just under 2 years and I have to say the nursey, team and management are absolutely phenomenal.
He started in Ladybirds and has now been in Bumblebees for just under a year and I cannot fault them at all. I would love to name individual people in the Bumblebees class
however they are all fantastic, genuine and caring so I am nervous I leave one out. My son spends most of the day outside and is allowed to do what he enjoys and is encouraged to just be himself (currently he likes digging up worms).
He learns so much and has so much fun at the same time along with forming friends.
I cannot recommend Cedars enough. I could go on and on... however, I am sure you get the point I am making... if you reading this you are probably trying to find a nursery for your little one. Look no further as you have found it!

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Review from F M (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cedars has been fantastic for both my children. They do such fun activities, eat better than I do, and the staff are so caring. My daughter comes back home full of excitement about playing in the garden, reading books, doing Hartbeeps, the artwork she's made, the phonics she's learnt and more. They've
really helped my son with his walking, doing lots of messy play with him and reading a particular character book 20 times in a row because he loves it so much! The staff really care and they're part of our support village as we raise our family.

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Review from Sarah I (Mother of Child) published on 5 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been very impressed with Cedars, our daughter loves going there and we have always felt she is really well looked after. She especially enjoys Hartbeeps and all the other opportunities for music, dancing and playing outside. The staff have all been fantastic and are especially good at keeping
us informed and involved. Overall we are very happy with Cedars.

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Review from G K (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Every staff member has a genuine smile on their face, regardless of time of day, what type of day they have had or even in the middle of a challenge. They spend the time to actively listen and provide the level of feedback you need. Welcome you by name and always know who your child is. They feel like
an extension to our family. The genuine love and care shown to my child by the Cedars Day Nursery team is phenomenal. That assurance has made the mental load of leaving my child so much more manageable than it had been in other child care settings. Most importantly you know and feel that the children are at the heart and centre of everything they do.

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Review from Karen B (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have such fond memories (and good friends) from our first child’s time at Cedars. When selecting a nursery for our second child, Cedars was of course our first choice. Even after a seven year gap the nursery has not disappointed. The staff are still so kind, caring and well trained. My daughter has
settled in so well and is enjoying exploring the 4 different areas for babies. The activities are brilliant - well above and beyond anything I could keep up with at home and they’ve already got my 10 month old stuck in with painting. Well done to everyone at Cedars, keep up the fantastic work.

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Review from K H (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child started in September, and I've been so impressed. The staff are friendly, full of energy and clearly love what they do. I'm confident my child has the best care; she comes home happy and chatty about her day. The planned activities stretch her, and her understanding of the world, confidence
and vocabulary have ballooned in recent weeks. Would recommend it to anyone.

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Review from O L (Mother of Child) published on 12 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have had the privilege of having two of my children attend this nursery, one who has recently transitioned out and one who is currently enrolled. I can confidently say that this nursery has been an exceptional choice for our family.
Standout quality of this nursery is the staff. They take the time
to understand each child's unique needs and circumstances, which is a testament to their dedication to providing personalised care, ensuring that every child feels safe, happy, and well-cared for. I cannot speak highly enough about this nursery. It has played a significant role in shaping my children's early years in a positive way. It is an outstanding choice for parents seeking a quality nursery experience for their children. I wholeheartedly recommend it to any parent looking for a nurturing and enriching environment for their little ones.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.947)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.947) out of 10 for Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.947 for Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) is calculated as follows: ( (285 Excellents x 5) + (14 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 300 Ratings = 4.947

  • b) 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 Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) is based on 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 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 99 number of registered child places is 19.8, which has been reached with 25 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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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Lauren

Lauren Trotter

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2024

Lauren is the Interim Manager of Cedars Day Nursery in Leighton Buzzard and has worked in the Early Years sector for 8 years. Lauren holds a Level 3 qualification in Childcare and is the Designated Safeguarding Lead.


Lauren is also Mental Health First Aid at work and First Aid trained.  Lauren is very passionate about ensuring that Cedars Day Nursery meet the needs of the children and their families.


What is your favourite feature of Cedars?
The wonderful team the large outdoor space and the surrounding community.

What are you most proud of about your nursery/team?
My colleagues have the flexibility to adapt and are very friendly.


Frequently Asked Questions about Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard)

What is the Age Range of Children that Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) accepts?

Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) Open?

Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) is open: Monday 07:15-18:30, Tuesday 07:15-18:30, Wednesday 07:15-18:30, Thursday 07:15-18:30, Friday 07:15-18:30.

How many Children does Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) have capacity for?

Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) has capacity for a total of 99 Children.

How far is Cedars Day Nursery (Leighton Buzzard) to the centre of Leighton Buzzard?

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

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