About Us
Shelford Day Nursery is Cambridge's first early years STEM setting — providing award-winning, innovative childcare as part of the STEMtacular Childcare Group.
Shelford Day Nursery
Shelford Day Nursery is Cambridge's first early years STEM setting. Underpinned by our STEM approach, we aim to provide high-quality care and education for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children.
We offer all our children and their parents a service that promotes equality and inclusion, and which values and celebrates diversity — in an environment where every child is welcome and feels that they belong.
Our Story
From a bold vision to an award-winning reality — here's the Shelford story.
Shelford Day Nursery Established
Cambridge's first STEM early years setting opened its doors, bringing an innovative approach to childcare to the heart of Cambridgeshire.
Joined the STEMtacular Childcare Group
Shelford Day Nursery became part of the STEMtacular Childcare Group — a private provider delivering outstanding quality care for 12+ years across the UK.
3 High Green, Great Shelford
Now based in our purpose-built nursery at 3 High Green, Great Shelford — designed specifically to support STEM-integrated learning for children from birth to five.
Winner — New Nursery of the Year
Shelford Day Nursery won the prestigious New Nursery of the Year category at the National NMT Nursery Awards — recognising excellence in early years provision.
Growing Our Community
Continuing to grow, innovate, and expand our reach — supporting more Cambridge families with award-winning STEM childcare and inspiring the next generation of thinkers.
Corporate Solutions
STEMtacular Childcare Workplace Nurseries offer high-quality, on and near-site childcare for employees — tailored to complement the size and shape of every organisation.
A Workplace Nursery demonstrates your commitment to local communities and aligns with planning policies. It can ease the approval process by showcasing your dedication to being a responsible and community-oriented business.
As part of the Salary Sacrifice offer, the workplace Nursery Scheme is tax and NI exempt — enabling employees to save between 30%–40% on nursery fees. This provides a strong incentive for parents choosing an employer or returning to work after having children.
- Improved employee retention and wellbeing
- Tax and NI savings through Salary Sacrifice
- Supports your ESG and social value commitments
- Flexible on-site and off-site models available
Sustainability
Our ethical values lay the foundation for a brighter future. We believe in the transformative power of early childhood education and the immense social value it brings to our community.
Quality Education
A structured environment fostering cognitive, emotional, and social development — preparing children for future academic success.
Socialisation
Through group activities and collaborative play, children learn to communicate, cooperate, share, and resolve conflicts.
Outdoor Learning
Nature walks, gardening, and environmental education foster a lifelong connection with the natural world.
Inclusivity & Diversity
Every child, family, and practitioner is welcomed, valued, and celebrated. We actively promote diversity through our curriculum.
Community
We work with local schools, engage with community events, and strive to contribute positively beyond our doors.
Environmental
Solar panels, recycling initiatives, and eco-friendly practices — instilling environmental responsibility from an early age.
Safeguarding & Inclusion
The safety and wellbeing of every child in our care is our highest priority. We maintain rigorous safeguarding procedures to ensure all children are protected.
- Rigorous recruitment process with staff suitability assessed through supervision and appraisal
- Dedicated Whistleblowing policies in place
- Full compliance with Cambridgeshire Children's Board safeguarding procedures
- All concerns raised, addressed, and reported promptly
- All staff undergo enhanced DBS checks and continuous safeguarding training
Want to Know More?
Get in touch to learn more about Shelford Day Nursery and how we can support your family or organisation.