--- title: "Bright Horizons at Trafford — Rated Outstanding by Ofsted" description: "Bright Horizons at Trafford, a nursery in Manchester — Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, rated 4.5 from 16 parent reviews. See contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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They’re really attentive, give you lots of information every day and have so many fun activities for the children, both as part of every day and with extra things like parent stay and play sessions. They seem to really care and think about what would make this a great place for children and parents.\n\nThe staff are really friendly and fantastic to deal with, they explain everything going on with our child and when we reach new milestones like potty training it’s like a collaboration, which is so much more child focussed than we’ve heard at other places. We’re really happy with our choice and our next one is already registered to go too", "datePublished": "2026-03-03T08:49:35.233906531Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Arije Al Harby" }, "reviewBody": "After trying two other nurseries, we finally found the perfect place for our son—and what a difference it has made! He’s been attending this nursery for over a year now, and I can confidently say it’s been the best decision yet.\n\nThe nursery is absolutely beautiful—bright, airy, and thoughtfully designed to give children the freedom to learn both indoors and outdoors. The environment encourages independence, creativity, and self-expression, all while nurturing each child's unique pace and personality.\n\nThe staff are truly incredible. They’re warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in the children’s wellbeing and development. Patrick, my son's key worker, deserves a special mention. He has been phenomenal in supporting my son’s learning journey and is adored by all the children. That said, every single member of staff goes above and beyond.\n\nI really appreciate how open and welcoming the nursery is. Parents are encouraged to walk in and settle their children if needed, and there's a lovely wide glass door where I can watch my son happily engaged in activities. The daily feedback I receive is always thoughtful, and the staff are great at listening to and acting on any suggestions.\n\nOne of my favourite features is the app they use to share updates and photos throughout the day—everything from the meals my son eats to the activities he participates in. It gives me such peace of mind and makes me feel connected even when I’m not there.\n\nMy son has learned so much, made friends, and genuinely enjoys going in every morning. I would 100% recommend this nursery to any parent. If you’re unsure, definitely attend one of their open days—they explain everything thoroughly and with so much care.\n\nA nurturing, fun, and supportive place—I couldn’t ask for more.", "datePublished": "2025-06-07T01:22:16.031938Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Stavros K" }, "reviewBody": "My daughter has been going there for the last six months. She enjoys her time there, has made some good friends, she settled easily, she eats the food and she comes back home with amazing learnings that surprise us. The staff is really helpful, we get regular feedback and we feel comfortable discussing with them anything around her development. Also really clean and with lots of natural light and a comfortable outdoors play area. I have no complaints and would recommend the nursery.", "datePublished": "2025-02-18T17:40:23.216004Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Eleanor Holmes" }, "reviewBody": "My son has been at the nursery for nearly 2 years and loves it. He has formed really close attachments with his keyworkers in each room and has developed some lovely friendships with other children. The staff at Bright Horizons are extremely responsive, caring and professional - and I couldn't recommend them highly enough.", "datePublished": "2021-02-11T11:28:05.352490Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Camilla Deamer" }, "reviewBody": "My daughter feels comfortable and her development has sky rocketed since starting there. They keep me well informed on my daughter daily activities and her progress. 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Bright Horizons at Trafford # Bright Horizons at Trafford Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Aug 2023) · 4.5 (16 parent reviews) · 463 Stretford Road, MANCHESTER, M16 9AB · Trafford Number of places 70 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Aug 2023 Local authority Trafford About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Bright Horizons at Trafford offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, focusing on a holistic approach to early years education. The nursery implements its unique 'Bright Beginnings Curriculum,' designed to foster healthy development and prepare children for future learning. This curriculum emphasises five key learning areas, integrating practical and life skills through engaging activities. The nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, utilising outdoor spaces and a Forest School programme to enhance children's development. Mealtimes are considered crucial, with freshly prepared, nutritious food, comprehensive allergy management, and thoughtful menu planning. The nursery also provides extensive support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and offers clear guidance on childcare funding options to assist families. They encourage prospective families to book a personal tour to experience their facilities and learn more about their approach to childcare and early education. What it's like Children flourish in this wonderful setting. Staff are highly skilled at supporting children to talk about their own feelings and the feelings of others. All children benefit from an inspiring curriculum and make excellent progress. Bright Beginnings Curriculum Outdoor Adventures Forest School Nutritional Meals SEND Support ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Food Meals, nappies, wipes and other essentials included. Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bright Horizons at Trafford Last inspected 14 August 2023 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children flourish in this wonderful setting. Staff are highly skilled at supporting children to talk about their own feelings and the feelings of others. All children benefit from an inspiring curriculum and make excellent progress. Inspector highlights - Leaders continually evaluate the quality of the nursery and seek staff, children, and parents' views to make continuous improvements. - Staff complete meticulous assessments of children's learning to identify when they may benefit from additional support. - Staff's interactions with children significantly promote children's communication and language skills. - Children spend lots of time accessing and sharing books with staff and their friends, instilling a love of early reading. - Leaders have developed remarkable relationships with parents, establishing an effective two-way flow of information. Inspection #10303554 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50228528) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bright Horizons at Trafford Inspection date Aug 2023 Inspection no. 10303554 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50228528)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY361168) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bright-horizons-at-trafford-m16-9ab-ey361168) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents state that these exceptional relationships have helped their children to make excellent progress with their development since they have started attending. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff complete meticulous assessments of children's learning to identify when they may benefit from additional support. The nursery's special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) works effectively with other agencies to give children and families the support they need, ensuring the curriculum is accessible to all children. ## Parent Reviews of Bright Horizons at Trafford 4.5 (16) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXAhyKhQpDP24Yg1Z9RV2XO4dN-aXO0QerEx5QMUtMEZOv8fIFfLA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Daniel Taylor 2 months ago Our son has been at Bright Horizons for two years now and loves it. They’re really attentive, give you lots of information every day and have so many fun activities for the children, both as part of every day and with extra things like parent stay and play sessions. They seem to really care and think about what would make this a great place for children and parents. The staff are really friendly and fantastic to deal with, they explain everything going on with our child and when we reach new milestones like potty training it’s like a collaboration, which is so much more child focussed than we’ve heard at other places. We’re really happy with our choice and our next one is already registered to go too [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT201MFNFaHlaMGhEYVc1MFJHcG5ZMHRCUW1sMmMyYxAB!2m1!1s0x487bae02f3726ae9:0x2d1549716d263953) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK-W9Q1wMh0hlElpnSDHCHR0nWDUjIqkpkt3UbxYI3IF2BE6g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Arije Al Harby 11 months ago After trying two other nurseries, we finally found the perfect place for our son—and what a difference it has made! He’s been attending this nursery for over a year now, and I can confidently say it’s been the best decision yet. The nursery is absolutely beautiful—bright, airy, and thoughtfully designed to give children the freedom to learn both indoors and outdoors. The environment encourages independence, creativity, and self-expression, all while nurturing each child's unique pace and personality. The staff are truly incredible. They’re warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in the children’s wellbeing and development. Patrick, my son's key worker, deserves a special mention. He has been phenomenal in supporting my son’s learning journey and is adored by all the children. That said, every single member of staff goes above and beyond. I really appreciate how open and welcoming the nursery is. Parents are encouraged to walk in and settle their children if needed, and there's a lovely wide glass door where I can watch my son happily engaged in activities. The daily feedback I receive is always thoughtful, and the staff are great at listening to and acting on any suggestions. One of my favourite features is the app they use to share updates and photos throughout the day—everything from the meals my son eats to the activities he participates in. It gives me such peace of mind and makes me feel connected even when I’m not there. My son has learned so much, made friends, and genuinely enjoys going in every morning. I would 100% recommend this nursery to any parent. If you’re unsure, definitely attend one of their open days—they explain everything thoroughly and with so much care. A nurturing, fun, and supportive place—I couldn’t ask for more. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJYm9pYi01c1lqRG9BRRAB!2m1!1s0x487bae02f3726ae9:0x2d1549716d263953) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWkD1SUX7m2RHjLozZOfTA14UER70K_rSa-MoioCVf5efJ5xkb5=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Stavros K a year ago My daughter has been going there for the last six months. She enjoys her time there, has made some good friends, she settled easily, she eats the food and she comes back home with amazing learnings that surprise us. The staff is really helpful, we get regular feedback and we feel comfortable discussing with them anything around her development. Also really clean and with lots of natural light and a comfortable outdoors play area. I have no complaints and would recommend the nursery. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNnNllLMEhBEAE!2m1!1s0x487bae02f3726ae9:0x2d1549716d263953) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKEgjluHGJ2s-_csl1fkVHK2npZqKg2j5E1YSbdJRDzibQtQg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Eleanor Holmes 5 years ago My son has been at the nursery for nearly 2 years and loves it. He has formed really close attachments with his keyworkers in each room and has developed some lovely friendships with other children. The staff at Bright Horizons are extremely responsive, caring and professional - and I couldn't recommend them highly enough. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN5NDhTdTdRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487bae02f3726ae9:0x2d1549716d263953) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUdgDTDibk7ZLMMxu3f50e_UyMB67RNgK-rZ2RtfaeBm-eJacM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Camilla Deamer 6 years ago My daughter feels comfortable and her development has sky rocketed since starting there. They keep me well informed on my daughter daily activities and her progress. The staff are welcoming, friendly and ensure myself and my daughter feel safe and secure when attending the nursery. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNVbnEyMk1nEAE!2m1!1s0x487bae02f3726ae9:0x2d1549716d263953) Reviews from Google for Bright Horizons at Trafford. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3248583457729034579&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2011 - August 2023 Outstanding - November 2019 Outstanding - November 2013 Outstanding - May 2013 Outstanding - February 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Bright Horizons at Trafford ### What is Bright Horizons at Trafford's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Bright Horizons at Trafford cost? ### What funded childcare hours are accepted at Bright Horizons at Trafford? ### Does Bright Horizons at Trafford offer support for children with special educational needs? ### What is Bright Horizons at Trafford's approach to outdoor learning? ### What curriculum does Bright Horizons at Trafford follow? ### How does Bright Horizons at Trafford support children's communication and language skills? ### Do children at Bright Horizons at Trafford have access to nutritious meals? ### How can I contact Bright Horizons at Trafford? ## About the setting Bright Horizons at Trafford registered in 2007 and is situated in the Trafford area of Manchester. The nursery employs 49 members of childcare staff, 31 of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 and above. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday all year round, except for bank holidays and one week at Christmas, with sessions from 8am to 6pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY361168 Registered person Bright Horizons Family Solutions Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Outstanding ## Nearby day nurseries in MANCHESTER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bright Horizons at Trafford. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding <0.2 mi ### Sanyu Day Care Manchester · M16 9AD ](/nursery/sanyu-day-care-m16-9ad-ey302746) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Amaryllis Day Nursery Manchester · M16 9BB 4.7(24 reviews) ](/nursery/amaryllis-day-nursery-m16-9bb-ey550578) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Bright Eyes Hulme Park Explorers Manchester · M15 5BP 4.9(17 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-eyes-hulme-park-explorers-m15-5bp-ey495280) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Early Days Day Nursery Manchester · M16 7RQ 4.9(59 reviews) ](/nursery/early-days-day-nursery-m16-7rq-2519733) - [ Provider closed 0.6 mi ### Blossom Tree Edventures Manchester · M16 7EU ](/nursery/blossom-tree-edventures-m16-7eu-2859207) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Honeybear Nursery Manchester · M16 8AE 4.8(21 reviews) ](/nursery/honeybear-nursery-ltd-m16-8ae-500105) [See all nurseries in MANCHESTER →](/search?q=MANCHESTER) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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