Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
At Little Munchkins Nursery and Preschool we provide a warm, nurturing environment. Inspiring confidence, curiosity and kindness.
What our families say
Opening hours
| Monday – Friday | 8:00am – 5:30pm |
| Saturday – Sunday | Closed |
| Bank holidays | Closed |
| Christmas period | Closed — dates confirmed yearly |
From September 2026 we're open all year round — 51 weeks a year, with no term-time breaks. Every child can attend every week.
Positive practice
Three things shape every interaction at Little Munchkins: the language we use, the warmth we bring to it and the curiosity we inspire. Positive interactions promote positive outcomes.
We use language that opens conversations up rather than closing them down — narrating play, introducing ambitious vocabulary, building on what a child already knows and giving them real time to think and reply.
Warm, responsive and respectful exchanges — connection before correction, a calm and clear tone, and following the child's lead. When children feel heard and respected, they're far more willing to cooperate.
We encourage our children to explore the world around them, opting for predominantly real-world objects in play, emulating a true “home-from-home” environment.
What we are working towards
Four learning goals shape everything we plan and every interaction we have. They run right through the setting, from the Daisy Room, through to Daffodil Room, to the day a child leaves us for school.
Goal 1
To know that we are part of a community and have a responsibility to care for the people, animals and environment around us.
They know the places and people in their local area, can talk about how we help each other, and take responsibility for caring for living things and our environment.
Goal 2
To be willing to try new experiences, challenge ourselves, develop resilience and learn to manage appropriate risks.
They approach new experiences with excitement, keep trying when things are tricky, and can recognise and manage everyday risks.
Goal 3
To develop confidence in who we are and the choices we make, and understand how to build kind, respectful and positive relationships with others.
They feel proud of who they are, can express their feelings and choices in their own way, and treat others with kindness and respect.
Goal 4
To understand how we can look after our bodies and minds through healthy food, physical activity, personal hygiene, rest, emotional wellbeing and keeping ourselves safe.
They have built healthy routines and habits, and understand why those matter in staying healthy and safe.
Fees
Our fees cover healthy snacks, daily activities and all everyday resources. Funded hours (see below) reduce these costs for eligible families. Rates below apply from September 2026.
| Session | Times | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Full day | 8:00am – 5:30pm | £71.50 / day |
| Half day (morning) | 8:00am – 12:30pm | £45.00 / day |
| Half day (afternoon) | 12:30pm – 4:30pm | £45.00 / day |
| Extra hours (outside a session) | By arrangement | £15.00 / hour |
Optional consumable and enrichment fees apply.
Funded sessions
As an all-year-round setting, funded hours are spread across all 51 weeks we're open rather than term-time only. From September 2026 the weekly funded hours are:
Want to extend beyond funded hours? Without paying for a full day, you can top up at a weekly rate:
| Funded hours | Extended to | Per week |
|---|---|---|
| 11.5 hrs | 3 days, 9am – 1:30pm | £30 |
| 11.5 hrs | 5 days, 9am – 12pm | £75 |
| 23 hrs | 4 days, 9am – 3pm | £15 |
| 23 hrs | 5 days, 9am – 3pm | £86.50 |
The shorter / longer funded day can be booked on whichever weekday suits your family best (availability permitting), then stays set across the year.
Optional contributions
A small optional daily contribution towards the extras that make nursery life richer. Invoiced monthly through Famly. Families can opt out and provide their own instead — just let us know.
Suncream, nappy bags, spare nappies, wipes and nappy cream — for when what's provided runs low during a session.
Cooking & baking, gardening, forest-school sessions, Montessori activities, graduation, the Christmas party and seasonal celebrations through the year.
| Session | Consumables / day | Enrichment / day |
|---|---|---|
| Full day (8:00am – 5:30pm) | 50p | £1.50 |
| Half day, not funded | 25p | 75p |
| Half day, funded | 15p | 70p |
| Full day, funded (9:00am – 3:00pm) | 30p | 35p |
You can change your mind at any time — just ask a member of staff for a new opt-in / opt-out form.
Come and see
Real days at Little Munchkins — outdoors in the garden, engaging activities inside and creating strong bonds with friends and staff.
Staying connected
We use Famly to keep families close to their child’s day. Once your little one starts, you’ll be invited to your own account — daily updates, messages and invoices, all in one friendly app.
Photos, meals, naps and the little moments from your child’s day, sent straight to your phone.
Message nursery staff directly, and get nursery news, reminders and newsletters.
Observations and next steps that follow your child’s development and celebrate their progress.
Monthly invoices for fees, funded hours and any extras — all handled in one place.
Our team
Every child has a key person who gets to know them, and their family, really well. Here is our team across our two rooms.
Management
Owner
Manager · Daffodil Room Lead
DSL · SENCO · ENCO
Daisy Room 0–2 years
Room Lead · SENCO
Level 3
Practitioner
Level 3
Practitioner
Level 3 (training)
Daffodil Room Led by Sasha
Practitioner
Level 3
Practitioner
Level 3 (training)
Practitioner
Level 3
Keeping children safe
Click any policy below to read it in full. Copies are also available on request, in the Famly app, and at the setting. Everything here is under regular review.
Also available on request: Illness & Medication · Equality, Diversity & Inclusion · SEND · Complaints · Uncollected Child · Data Protection & Privacy.
Our most recent Ofsted report and registration details are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Get in touch
Come and see the garden for yourself — visits are welcome most weekday mornings. Existing families, please message your key person directly through Famly.