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Bright Horizons Kenton Day Nursery and Preschool

Ofsted: Good
(May 2023)
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3.9(20 parent reviews) ·9 The Ridgeway, Kenton, Harrow, HA3 0LJ · Brent
Number of places
88 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2023
Local authority
Brent

About this day nursery

Bright Horizons operates a network of over 300 nurseries and preschools across the UK, offering childcare and early education services. They have a strong focus on safety, with 98% of their nurseries rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.

The organisation emphasises a unique 'Nurture Approach' which integrates learning with emotional well-being, aiming to support children's holistic development. They aim to provide a nurturing environment where children feel secure and loved, fostering their ability to explore, learn, and develop crucial life skills.

Bright Horizons also offers support for families regarding childcare funding options and provides resources for school readiness. They are committed to creating a positive and enriching childhood experience for every child, guided by dedicated and skilled professionals.

Our ethos

At Bright Horizons, the 'Nurture Approach' is central to their philosophy, aiming to lay foundations for every child to be healthy, happy, and reach their full potential. This approach combines learning with emotional well-being, recognising the importance of strong attachments and a secure base for children to explore, learn, communicate, express emotions, and develop new skills. They emphasise the Key Person role in providing emotional safety and building a 'triangle of trust' between the Key Person, child, and parent/carer, especially during the settling-in period.

What it's like

Children are safe and happy, enjoying a wide range of learning opportunities. They form strong bonds with staff, who provide reassurance and comfort. Leaders maintain high expectations for every child, including those with additional needs, and effectively support children from diverse language backgrounds.

Nurture Approach curriculumStrong focus on safetySupports childcare funding optionsParent panel

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Food

Freshly prepared food with allergy management

Opening hours

weekday from 7am to 6pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2004

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Bright Horizons Kenton Day Nursery and Preschool

Last inspected 23 May 2023

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 safe and happy, enjoying a wide range of learning opportunities. They form strong bonds with staff, who provide reassurance and comfort. Leaders maintain high expectations for every child, including those with additional needs, and effectively support children from diverse language backgrounds.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders implement an effective curriculum for communication and language.
  • Staff use songs and stories well to support children's language development.
  • Leaders implement a successful curriculum for physical development.
  • Leaders work hard to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
  • Leaders build strong parent partnerships.

Areas to develop

  • 1consider how to embed routines more securely, particularly at transition times
  • 2support staff to set consistently effective targets for children based on what they need to learn next, to continue to make good progress.
Inspection #10276570 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders work hard to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They work closely with external professionals to set targets for these children and implement recommended strategies to help them to achieve these targets. This ensures that children's individual needs are met.

Outdoor space

Staff plan many opportunities for children to develop their gross-motor skills. Children climb up rope ladders, ride on bicycles, play chasing games with staff and balance on beams.

Parent Reviews of Bright Horizons Kenton Day Nursery and Preschool

3.9
(20)
sisir sowrabh
3 months ago

We’ve had a very positive experience with this nursery. The staff are warm, caring, and attentive to the children, which gives us real peace of mind. Our child has settled in well and clearly enjoys the daily activities, learning through play and interaction with other children. Communication from the team is generally good and the team is always approachable and supportive. Overall it’s a nurturing, safe and engaging environment.

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Krishma Shah
7 months ago

I started sending my daughter to nursery end of March 2025, just as she turned 2 years old. We were quite late at enquiring about enrolling our daughter to nursery to be eligible for childcare funding, however the manager made it so easy for us to register and she guaranteed a place for our daughter so quickly so that she can have a smooth transition into nursery. Our daughter has developed her confidence, social and emotional skills so well since starting nursery. She has even learnt how to eat independently. The staff are so passionate about what they do and are always so friendly, cheerful and heart warming.

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derek bella
7 months ago

My daughter was 10 months old when she started at this nursery, and I can say it's fantastic. My daughter is very shy but settled in right away. The carers are very kind, and the manager is very professional always ready to help. They do lots of different activities every day and I love the app which always updates the child's progress. Highly recommended!

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niculai Coroama
6 months ago

Bright Horizons provides a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment where children thrive. The staff are professional, caring, and highly attentive to each child’s needs. Communication with parents is excellent, and the range of activities supports both learning and development. I would confidently recommend Bright Horizons to any family seeking high-quality childcare. Ana

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Sinead Durowoju
a year ago

My daughter started at Bright Horizons Kenton in September 2023 when she was 15 months old. She still attends and is now almost 3. She absolutely loves her days at the nursery and has thrived here. Since starting at the nursery, her confidence has grown so much and her social and emotional skills have developed greatly. She has formed really strong bonds with both her peers and carers. All of the staff are amazing- so kind, caring and nurturing! I would highly recommend this nursery.

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Inspection history

Date: October 2008

  • May 2023Good
  • July 2017Good
  • June 2014Good
  • April 2013Good
  • September 2012Requires improvement
  • October 2008Good

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