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Bright Horizons Elm Grove Day Nursery And Preschool

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2022)
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3.8(13 parent reviews) ·12 Elm Grove, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 6HN · Kingston upon Thames
Number of places
99 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2022
Local authority
Kingston upon Thames

About this day nursery

Bright Horizons Elm Grove Day Nursery And Preschool, located in Kingston Upon Thames, was rated Good by Ofsted at its latest inspection on 24 June 2022. 30pm, caring for children aged 0-4 years.

Children are happy and settled, forming strong attachments with friendly, caring staff. The nursery provides an exciting environment that fosters curiosity and eagerness to learn, where children confidently engage in social situations and imaginative play, from creating spaceships to exploring with dinosaurs.

The dedicated manager and deputy are committed to staff professional development, which in turn promotes children's progression. The ambitious curriculum covers all areas of learning consistently, successfully supporting all children, including those with additional needs, to make good progress.

Staff monitor children's development closely, planning activities tailored to their individual needs, such as providing resources for younger children learning to walk or teaching older children about ocean cleanliness. A love for reading is encouraged from the outset, with staff skilfully incorporating mathematics into story time.

Outdoor learning is a key feature, with children developing physical skills through running, hopping, and cycling, and being challenged with activities like rolling hula hoops. Parents have praised the nursery, noting the exceptional standard of care and how well staff know both children and families.

What it's like

Children are happy and settled at the nursery and respond well to the friendly, caring staff. They have formed strong attachments with their key person. Older children learn to be kind to their friends and resolve minor conflicts without adult support.

Good Ofsted ratingAmbitious curriculumStrong staff commitmentPromotes love for readingSupports outdoor playIndividualised learning

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 6.30pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Bright Horizons Elm Grove Day Nursery And Preschool

Last inspected 24 June 2022

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

Children are happy and settled at the nursery and respond well to the friendly, caring staff. They have formed strong attachments with their key person. Older children learn to be kind to their friends and resolve minor conflicts without adult support.

Inspector highlights

  • The dedicated manager and her deputy show a strong commitment to the professional development of their team.
  • An ambitious curriculum covers all areas of learning and is implemented consistently across the nursery.
  • Staff know their key children well and monitor their development closely, planning activities that benefit them.
  • Children develop a love for reading from the outset, with staff skilfully incorporating mathematics at story time.
  • Staff provide opportunities for children to try new foods and encourage healthy choices from a varied nutritious menu.

Areas to develop

  • 1enhance opportunities for children to think and respond to the questions they are asked.
Inspection #10221640 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

"The standard of care is exceptional and that staff know parents and children well."

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children, including those with additional needs, are successfully supported to make good progress in their learning and development.

Outdoor space

Children love spending time outdoors. Their physical skills are developing well as they competently run, hop and ride their bicycles. Staff challenge children further by suggesting rolling hula hoops along the ground.

Parent Reviews of Bright Horizons Elm Grove Day Nursery And Preschool

3.8
(13)
Meltem Ayyıldız
a year ago

My daughter had started her nursery life at a different nursery at age 2. Despite months passing, she wasn’t able to fully adapt. Based on our friends’ recommendation, we decided to try the Bright Horizons Elm Grove branch — and the result was a wonderful surprise for us. Within just one week, our daughter settled in and now enjoys attending nursery. I believe this is thanks to the staff here, who have been incredibly successful in emotionally supporting her and building a strong bond. Thank you so much to the Bright Horizons Elm Grove team!

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Marina G. M.
a year ago

My daughter started attending the nursery at 9 months old and she was always very happy to go. The girls in the baby and toddler room are great and the different activities they do are amazing. Staff in general, including management, are always welcoming and friendly. They truly are like a big family and always make everyone feel part of it. I highly recommend! 😊

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Mingjing Lin
3 years ago

My little one Oscar joined Bright Horizons since last summer. He absolutely loves here. All the staff is super friendly and caring. The activities are rich, practical and educational, which can prepare my kid well for his reception. He also loves the food here. Plus, parents can access their in-house app to check their kids daily routines, food, nap, images of the activities, which I think it’s fascinating. I always wanted to know how was my little one’s day, specially when he was too little to communicate everything well.

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Imogen Litan Sanders
3 years ago

We’ve had such a positive experience since our son joined nearly a year ago. The staff really take their time to get to know the whole family, to chat at pick up and drop off, and communications whether directly or on the app are always really strong. Our little one has allergies and they’ve been reassuring, informed and on top of his needs, ensuring he never misses out. All the activities are creative, educational, and the kids obviously have great fun, every day is different! Highly recommend

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Mike Rodgers
4 years ago

An outstanding nursery. They give so much care and attention to nurturing our sons. No matter which staff members are looking after our children, no matter which room they children are in, they get the best care and development. We very much feel that our children will have a real head start when they start school.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

24 June 2022

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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