--- title: "Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-banstead-day-nursery-and-preschool-sm7-1df-2550643 description: "Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool Ofsted: Good (May 2022) · 5.0 (5 Google reviews) · Strathmore House, 1 The Drive, Banstead, SM7 1DF · Surrey Number of places 107 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2022 Local authority Surrey ## About this early years setting Bright Horizons operate over 300 nurseries and preschools across the UK, offering comprehensive childcare solutions for families. Their "Nurture Approach" is central to their philosophy, prioritising both learning and emotional well-being to support each child's holistic development. This approach integrates into the Bright Beginnings Curriculum, which focuses on five key learning areas to build practical and life skills. The nursery environment is designed to be inspirational and fun, with a strong emphasis on outdoor adventures, including Forest School and Eco-Schools programmes. They also provide freshly prepared meals, carefully managing allergies and dietary needs. Bright Horizons offers extensive support for families, including guidance on childcare funding options and a smooth settling-in process for new children, acknowledging the emotional journey involved in starting nursery. They are committed to creating a secure and nurturing environment where children feel safe, known, and loved, fostering strong attachments with their key person. Our ethos Bright Horizons' "Nurture Approach" prioritises children's holistic development by integrating learning and emotional well-being, delivered through their Bright Beginnings Curriculum. They emphasise inspirational environments, outdoor adventures (including Forest School), and creating a secure, nurturing space where children feel safe, known, and loved through strong attachments with their key person. What it's like Children thrive in this happy and welcoming nursery, showing positive attitudes to learning and secure attachments with staff. They demonstrate high levels of engagement and growing self-esteem when trying new activities. Children are keen to show what they know and can do across all age groups. Nurture Approach curriculum Focus on emotional wellbeing Outdoor adventures and Forest School Guidance on childcare funding Comprehensive settling-in sessions ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. Request pricing → (https://www.brighthorizons.co.uk/statutory-information/tax-strategy) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am to 6.30pm on Monday to Friday, throughout the year, apart from bank holidays. Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool Last inspected 26 May 2022 · Joanne Allen Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children thrive and show positive attitudes to learning. - Staff are good role models and praise children's acts of kindness and good manners. - There is a strong focus on developing children's communication and language. - Children's physical development is promoted well. - Parent partnerships are strong, with parents reporting positively about the nursery app and "ready for school" programme. Areas to develop - 1 The provider should continue to implement and embed plans to support less-experienced members of staff's understanding of the curriculum to enhance teaching to a consistently high level across the nursery. Inspection #10215726 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187464) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents comment on the 'ready for school' programme and activity cards used to extend and support their children's learning at home. > Parents talk positively about the nursery app, where children's progress and next steps in learning are shared with them. > They feel supported and say that staff make sure that all children feel confident and secure at the nursery. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities have plenty of time to make connections and repeat activities. Staff liaise well with other professionals to put comprehensive plans and strategies in place, resulting in children making the best possible progress in their learning and development. Outdoor space Staff assess risks well to ensure that children are safe in the indoor and outdoor environments. Children's physical development is promoted, with opportunities to experience activities supporting small- and large-muscle skills, such as climbing equipment. ## Google Reviews of Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool 5.0 (5 Google reviews) Truth Verity a year ago The Deputy Manager was very approachable. She showed lots of kindness and empathy. She comes across as very skilled in communication and practical advice. She devoted her time to address our child's needs. She was brilliant. We say 'thank you' so much to Banstead Bright Horizons for also having other excellent staff as well. They are highly skilled. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURnczVxU2dRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875e2e8f97d65b1:0x6feb30d51b6d6ea6) Oma Efe a year ago My daughter goes here, and couldn’t be happier. The staff are attentive, polite, engaging, and have really helped with her development. Initially I was unsure as there is no chef on site, and it’s on the more expensive side compared to other local nurseries, but it is worth every penny. This nursery is the best decision we made for our daughter. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM3dkktQ3hnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875e2e8f97d65b1:0x6feb30d51b6d6ea6) James Mullins 3 years ago My son has attended Banstead Bright Horizons since February 2020 and the support in his development from the staff has been outstanding. He forms close bonds with his key workers and the staff really care about his development and needs to help him grow. The communication via the app is great and it's always a joy to see him enjoying his day. He recently moved into pre-school and the staff in that room helped ease his transition into a new room with more children seamlessly and he loves it. Looking forward to the final year with him at Wishing Willow. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1X3VyNmZBEAE!2m1!1s0x4875e2e8f97d65b1:0x6feb30d51b6d6ea6) Antonia Sanders 4 years ago My daughter currently attends the Preschool. She absolutely loves it there and has done since she started at 10 months old. Lovely staff, beautiful setting and good communication. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQyalpmdnVRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875e2e8f97d65b1:0x6feb30d51b6d6ea6) Sammie Cooper 4 years ago My son attends this nursery and I couldn’t recommend it more. Lovely staff, engaging activities and great parent communication. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQydWMzX0V3EAE!2m1!1s0x4875e2e8f97d65b1:0x6feb30d51b6d6ea6) Reviews from Google for Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=8064593249583328934&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 26 May 2022 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50187464) ## Frequently asked about Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool ### How can Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool be contacted? ### What are the opening hours at Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool? ### Which curriculum approach does Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool use? ### What is the address of Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool? ### How does Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Banstead Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bright Horizons Banstead Day Nursery And Preschool. - Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Shapes Day Nursery, Banstead Banstead · SM7 2LJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/shapes-day-nursery-banstead-sm7-2lj-2548869 - Awaiting first inspection 0.8 mi ### The Old Barn Day Nursery Banstead · SM7 2NZ 3.7(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-old-barn-day-nursery-sm7-2nz-2810842 - Awaiting first inspection 0.9 mi ### LEO Shawley Nursery Epsom · KT18 5PD https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/leo-shawley-nursery-kt18-5pd-2875895 - Awaiting first inspection 1.0 mi ### The Old Barn Pre-Prep Banstead · SM7 3ES https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-old-barn-pre-prep-sm7-3es-2810849 - Awaiting first inspection 1.2 mi ### Epsom Downs Day Nursery Epsom · KT18 5RJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/epsom-downs-day-nursery-kt18-5rj-2841513 - Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Railway Children Kindergarten Epsom · KT17 4JP https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/railway-children-kindergarten-kt17-4jp-122503 See all nurseries in Banstead →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Banstead ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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