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Barton Playgroup is a small, friendly Ofsted registered preschool and playgroup in the heart of Barton, Cambridge.  We are considered one of the best in South Cambridge and were awarded ‘Good’ at our last Ofsted visit in July 2022.

We are open Monday – Friday between 9am – 12.00pm during term time and offer an optional Lunch Club from 12.00pm – 1.00pm.  We also have a Toddler Group that meets every Monday 1.30pm – 3.00pm, term-time only.

The Playgroup takes children from two-and-a-half years to five years, with a maximum number of 12 children per day.

We are situated in the grounds of Barton Primary School and have a great indoor and outdoor setting with a wealth of toys, soft play, and equipment for the children to enjoy.

**Spaces still available for September 2024**

If you are interested in finding out more about the Playgroup or want to enquire about places for 2023/2024 and 2024/2025, feel free to get in touch.


Parents are keen to share their positive views about the playgroup. They say that staff are very supportive and make them feel welcome and included. Parents appreciate the detailed information they receive about their children’s learning and development, including how they can support learning at home“.

Excellent partnerships with parents

Staff skilfully support children’s mathematical development. For example, as children play, staff encourage them to identify the shapes of objects and resources. During everyday activities, such as snack time or lining up, children join in enthusiastically with staff to count how many children there are“.

Staff skilfully support children’s mathematical development