Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery

Harrison Drive, Cambridge CB2 8PH
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8.6 8 Reviews
  • Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery, Cambridge
Kids Planet Chris Abell opened in early 2022 as a brand new, purpose-built setting.

The nursery is located within the grounds of Cambridge University and provides outstanding resources, catering for babies through to preschool-aged children.

Children benefit from large open plan rooms and outdoor play areas.

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Care Provided by Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Kayleigh Nelson (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 18
  • Total Places for Children
  • 100
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery

  • Various funding accepted (15 and 30 hours). We offer, Sibling discount, NHS discount, Tax Free Childcare. Rates vary by location/nursery setting.
    Please get in touch with the nursery for our most up to date fees and availability.

Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery Reviews (8)

8.6

Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery has a Review Score of 8.6 (8.617) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery has 8 reviews.

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Review from E P (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are extremely happy with the nursery. The last managers have demonstrated to care and to make good choices. We love that everyone is very welcoming and it seems that the majority of people do get along. My preschool child runs through the doors and loves their teachers. The teachers are highly missed
on a Sat and Sunday! We love that the activities are well set up, that the kids learn, and that they have a good time. The staff is really responsive to our desires and decisions should we decide to ask for food omissions and they are extremely supportive with any requests we may have. We love the latest initiative of the outdoor trips, they are a very valuable experience for the kids!

Reply from Kayleigh Nelson, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience at Kids Planet Chris Abell. It's our pleasure to care for and nurture your child's growth, and your feedback means the world to us. We look forward to continuing to be a part of your child's journey and creating many more wonderful moments together. Thank you for trusting us with your little one's education and care!


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Review from M R (Father of Child) published on 3 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A great nursery with lovely staff. Our son enjoys it and we get to see what he is up to, thanks to the updates on the app. The venue is great with outdoor space and plenty of toys.
The staff are caring and will take on board suggestions.
Some points for improvement:
- ideally, the staff turnover
would be reduced.
- new staff should introduce themselves when they start, to make it easier for parents to know who is taking care of their child.
- communication could be improved, but efforts have been made by management so, even if not perfect, this is better.
But overall, a great nursery, I don't regret our choice!

Reply from Kayleigh Nelson, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery

Thank you for your honest review of Kids Planet Chris Abell. I would be happy to ensure all parents are notified of new starters prior to start to ensure you aware of new staff members who will be caring for your child as well small meet and greets so parents feel included and informed. I look forward making further improvements going forward!


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Review from Valeria R (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy with the care provided by the Tod room to my little one. He loves going to the nursery and the key persons are always so lovely and caring with my child. I love that they send regular reports and photos of what my son is doing during the day. Something to improve a little bit is the
staff rotation, as there have been a few during this year.

Reply from Kayleigh Nelson, Nursery Manager at Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery

Thank you so much for your positive review. We strive to create an environment that all children and parents can feel comfortable in and we hope in the future that we can prevent staff movement to ensure consistent staff in our rooms.


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Review from Amy A (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our twins have been going to Chris Abell since they turned 1 and they are now thriving preschoolers. The nursery is really well equipped and set out so our energetic boys have plenty of space to play and lots of inventive activities to keep them entertained. The staff are incredibly warm and friendly,
and the boys have adored all their key workers. We have felt really confident that they are truly cared for. Their key workers have also worked together with us when we or they have had any concerns about the boys and made sure we are joined up in our approach at home and at nursery. Chris Abell has helped our little boys develop their language, their skills, and their confidence as well as make friends and learn to understand their own and others' emotions. We will be sad to leave next September.

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Review from Jay C (Father of Child) published on 12 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has recently started at Kids Planet and he loves every minute! The baby room is well equipped and the staff are always lovely! The chef always caters to my son's allergies and ensures he has food which he can eat! He normally has 2 portions! Thank you everyone for settling my son in well!

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Review from S W (Mother of Child) published on 13 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a lovely nursery with very caring staff and I would highly recommend it to other parents. Our baby has been attending this setting since September 2022 and we have had an extremely positive experience of the baby room. My son bonded quickly with his key worker and has loved all the inventive
and varied activities she has done with him. I see happy photos of him daily on the parent app, which also updates me on his meals and sleep.
The facilities at this nursery are really good. There is a dedicated baby sensory room and garden for the babies and beautiful displays of wooden toys and books. The menu is varied and my son almost always finishes all his meals.
The nursery is efficiently run and I feel the staff work well as a team. The Christmas party they held was excellent and showed how great the nursery was.

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Review from Anna T (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am a mum of an 18-month-old girl. She started with Chris Abell in August. She did have some separation anxiety issues at the beginning; she cried in the morning and in the afternoon. All that ended thanks to the excellent care she has been receiving from the nursery staff. They were very understanding
of her needs and did their best to help her settle in the new environment. And it worked so well, that my daughter now loves her nursery. She never cries anymore when being left in the morning and when we pick her up, she welcomes us with a big smile which shows how much fun she has had all day.
Chris Abell nursery staff are very dedicated, they enjoy working with children and have lots of creative ideas how to play with them. My daughter adores her key workers and is delighted to see them. Every day we receive a report on how she ate and slept and several photos of her playing happily. The nursery building is beautiful, and I could not imagine a better place for my daughter.

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Review from Simon C (Father of Child) published on 2 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am a father of 15 month old twin boys attending Chris Abell. Since they joined the nursery in July they are having a great time. They are always happy to arrive, and they are welcomed by friendly and caring staff each morning. As a parent, I am informed of the boys' progress and activities during
the day. At pickup, the staff are very willing to answer questions that I have, and they give me detailed updates on naps, illnesses etc. The boys adore their key workers and have great fun with them.
The location is brand new and very well-equipped. The toys are age-appropriate, and they have recently created a great sensory room which my boys love. I am really pleased with the decision to send my boys to Chris Abell.

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Current Review Score: 8.6 (8.617)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.6 (8.617) out of 10 for Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery 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 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.8 out of 5 from 5 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 4.867 for Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (52 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 60 Ratings = 4.867

  • 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 3.75 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery is based on 5 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 = 3.5

    • 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 100 number of registered child places is 20. 5 Positive Reviews ÷ 20 = 0.25

  • 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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Kayleigh Nelson

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2024

Throughout my career, I have had many rewarding experiences working with children and families, and I am committed to making sure every child in our care can learn in a safe and secure environment.


My aim for the nursery is to cultivate an environment that enables children to progress and grow through play, organising activities and utilising resources to stimulate their learning with wonder and excitement. Play is crucial for cognitive, social, and emotional development in children. It allows them to explore their creativity, develop problem-solving skills, and build relationships with their peers. By engaging in playful activities, children learn to navigate the world around them with curiosity and confidence.


I am excited to engage parents in our nursery community and extend a warm invitation to join our setting.


Frequently Asked Questions about Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery accepts?

Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery Open?

Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery have capacity for?

Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery has capacity for a total of 100 Children.

How far is Kids Planet Chris Abell Nursery to the centre of Cambridge?

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

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