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Bright Horizons Forest Park Bracknell Day Nursery and Preschool

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2024)
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4.6(13 parent reviews)
·Forest House 3-5, Horndean Road, Bracknell, RG12 0XQ · Bracknell Forest
Number of places
50 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2024
Local authority
Bracknell Forest

About this day nursery

Bright Horizons Forest Park Bracknell Day Nursery and Preschool provides a nurturing environment focused on early years education and development. The nursery offers an all-inclusive 'Bright Bundle' which covers exceptional care, early learning, nutritious meals, and essential items such as nappies and wipes.

Their educational approach is guided by 'The Nurture Approach' and the 'Bright Beginnings Curriculum,' designed to foster a healthy and happy start for every child, helping them reach their full potential. They emphasise practical and life skills through five key learning areas, incorporating outdoor adventures, Forest School activities, and the Eco-Schools programme to support holistic development.

The nursery also provides comprehensive support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Bright Horizons aims to make childcare accessible by supporting families in understanding and utilising various government-backed funding schemes.

What it's like

Children arrive eagerly at nursery and are greeted warmly by enthusiastic staff. The nurture and support provided by staff to children helps them to develop their independence skills, as they feel safe and secure. Staff keep children safe by making them aware of the space around them and their friends.

All-inclusive Bright BundleThe Nurture ApproachBright Beginnings CurriculumOutdoor AdventuresEco-Schools Programme

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-oldsTax-Free Childcare15 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

Morning snack, lunch, and afternoon tea are freshly prepared on-site, with attention to allergies and dietary needs.

Opening hours

8am to 6pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2017

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating

Last inspected 12 June 2024 · Claire Boparai

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 arrive eagerly at nursery and are greeted warmly by enthusiastic staff. The nurture and support provided by staff to children helps them to develop their independence skills, as they feel safe and secure. Staff keep children safe by making them aware of the space around them and their friends.

Inspector highlights

  • The dedicated managers have high ambitions for the nursery.
  • Staff provide children with a broad curriculum that is focused on the children and what they need to learn.
  • Children with SEND are supported very well.
  • Partnerships with parents are a real strength of the nursery.
  • Children have daily access to outdoor spaces where they can move in different ways to strengthen their muscles and further develop their coordination skills.

Areas to develop

  • 1Encourage staff to give children more time to respond when asked questions, to support their thinking and language skills.
Inspection #10353099 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

parents explain how they are very thankful for the regular communication, which includes parents' evenings and an online app. They comment that staff make it clear how they can support their children's learning at home.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Each key person has a good understanding of a child's interests, individual needs and stages of development. This means that staff plan learning opportunities that excite and motivate children, ensuring all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress. The knowledgeable special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) works closely with parents and other professionals to agree targeted plans to support each child. Staff provide a highly inclusive environment where they value all children and understand their individual needs.

Outdoor space

Children have daily access to outdoor spaces where they can move in different ways to strengthen their muscles and further develop their coordination skills. Children are encouraged to develop their awareness of their own abilities as they climb on the equipment and kick balls independently.

Parent Reviews

4.6
(13)
Caine Pearson
2 years ago

Brilliant nursery attentive staff who have the kids at the heart of everything they do. My kids love attending and have a special bond with the nursery staff. The management are always good at dealing with any issues and very passionate about their role. They are all amazing. Recently had an issue and it was dealt with by the managers very promptly, putting me at ease, and showing their true passion for my kid. If you want a nursery where your kids will be looked after and generally cared for this is the nursery for you. My fussy kid also loves the food provided by the cook who makes fresh meals daily.

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Charlotte Pattimore
2 years ago

My daughter has only been attending Bright Horizons Forest Park for around 5 months and she has come on massively. The activities provided are amazing. The staff are so professional and caring over her and it really shows. She is more than happy to leave me each morning when dropping her off. The staff take the time to learn about your child, likes and dislikes and are always happy to share what she has done through the day. The app provided also allows me to track what she has taken, how much and how well she has slept. Would recommend

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Kirstie Bryan
2 years ago

Highly recommended this nursery. My little boys started over 2 years ago. Just after his 2nd birthday. Struggled with interaction and speech. Within a few months he was beaming! It’s coming to the end of his time at the nursery before starting big boy school, and I’m a little bit upset that he will be leaving. The staff have been absolutely amazing! They are kind and caring, and passionate about their job. Any issues the management team are quick to assist, and absolutely Fantastic! My middle is due to start in September, and I cannot believe how supportive the management have been with helping with settles, as he was struggling with adapting. They generally listen to your concerns and make suggestions to how to help, and support. I honestly wouldn’t have my little ones go anywhere else and will also sign my little girl up in a few months when I’m ready to return to work. Couldn’t speak highly enough of this nursery, and their wonderful team.

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Caroline Regale-Day
2 years ago

Our son has been at Forest Park for 3 years. We cannot recommend them highly enough. The staff are caring, compassionate and take a genuine interest in each child. They are attachment focused, building relationships in order understand each child so they can best support them to grow and develop. They continually communicate with us and followed our lead when it came to weaning, naps, toilet training etc. Our son loves going and has developed not only in his knowledge and skills, also socially and emotionally. We are sad he is leaving and know that forest park have prepared him for the challenges of big school. We are excited for our second to child to begin with forest park as we believe there is no better place.

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Laura CM
2 years ago

We recommend 100% My son is finishing preschool this year and after almost 3 years since he started kindergarten, he has learned a lot, the patience and perseverance of the teachers is extraordinary. Whenever I needed it, I found understanding and support from the manager Nicole and the teachers Gayna, Ema, Clair👍, Rebecca (who takes care of the extraordinary children's menu) I have no words to thank enough for these wonderful years spent by my son with those from Bright Horizons Forest Park 🩷🔝professionalism, dedication, understanding.🩵

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Inspection history

Date: May 2019

  • June 2024Good
  • May 2019Good

Frequently asked about Bright Horizons Forest Park Bracknell Day Nursery and Preschool

About the setting

Bright Horizons Forest Park Bracknell Day Nursery and Preschool registered in 2017 and is located in Bracknell, Berkshire. The setting is open each weekday from 8am to 6pm for 51 weeks of the year, closing for Christmas week and on bank holidays. The setting is in receipt of funding for the provision of free early education to children aged two, three and four years. There are currently 20 staff employed. Of these, two hold a relevant level 6 qualification.

URN
EY544932
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
Good

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