Bright Horizons Canada Square Day Nursery and Preschool

About this day nursery

Bright Horizons operates a network of approximately 300 nurseries and preschools across the UK, offering childcare solutions to support working families. Their approach, known as "The Nurture Approach," integrates learning and emotional well-being to foster healthy and happy development in children.

The nurseries focus on providing inspiring learning experiences and a joyful childhood within a secure and caring environment. They emphasize the importance of dedicated and skilled practitioners in supporting children through a curriculum that builds practical and life skills.

Bright Horizons also offers comprehensive support for families, including guidance on childcare funding options, resources for school readiness, and flexible settling-in sessions designed to ease a child's transition into nursery life. These non-chargeable settling-in sessions can commence up to six weeks before a child's official start date, allowing both children and parents to become comfortable with the new environment and build relationships with staff.

Each child is assigned a Key Person to ensure emotional safety and a strong attachment, which is crucial for a child's exploration, learning, and overall development.

Our ethos

Bright Horizons utilizes "The Nurture Approach," which integrates learning with emotional well-being to promote healthy and happy development. They focus on providing inspiring learning experiences and a joyful childhood within a secure and caring environment, emphasizing the role of skilled practitioners in a curriculum that builds practical and life skills. Each child is supported by a Key Person to ensure emotional safety and attachment, crucial for exploration and learning.

What it's like

Managers and staff greet children warmly and help them settle quickly by offering comfort and cuddles. They have a kind and caring approach, fostering strong relationships and supporting children's emotional development. Staff follow a carefully planned curriculum that considers each child's next steps and individual interests, prioritizing communication, language, and social skills.

Pricing & funding