Childcare Office

Visiting Scholars

Welcome to the University of Cambridge Childcare Office. These pages are intended to be a helpful guide for visiting scholars with children, including information on childcare, schools, the local area and useful contacts. See the menu on the left.

In England, children usually begin Reception class in school from the September after their 4th birthday. See the section Childcare: School Age Children. For information on childcare and facilities for younger children, see Childcare: Pre-School Children.

If you have any further questions, contact the Childcare Information Service.