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They made the transition for her and myself very easy, my daughter loves going and always has a fun filled day. The staff are very friendly and hands on. 100% recommend.", "datePublished": "2021-11-01T21:15:29.303194Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Heather McKim" }, "reviewBody": "My little one loves Bright Horizons Longfield. He’s come on leaps and bounds in his development since starting there and my partner and I can see how much the team care about the kids! 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Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool # Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2025) · 5.0 (4 parent reviews) · Brickfield Farm, Main Road, Dartford, DA3 7PJ · Kent Number of places 98 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2025 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool offers a nurturing environment where children are supported to thrive. With a deep understanding of the emotional journey families undertake when starting nursery, the centre provides complimentary "Settling In Sessions" up to six weeks before a child's official start date. These sessions are designed to familiarise children and parents with the nursery surroundings and staff, fostering a sense of security and belonging. The nursery's unique "Nurture Approach" emphasises the crucial role of a dedicated Key Person in building a "triangle of trust" between the child, parent, and caregiver, ensuring emotional safety and a stable base for exploration and learning. Each settling-in plan is tailored to the individual needs of the child, acknowledging that some may adjust quickly while others require more time. Parents are encouraged to participate initially, gradually increasing the child's unsupervised time to build confidence in their return. This personalised approach ensures a smooth and positive transition for every child, promoting their well-being, development, and overall happiness within the Bright Horizons family. The nursery also focuses on providing nutritious meals and offers guidance on various childcare funding options available to families. Our ethos Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool's "Nurture Approach" emphasises building a "triangle of trust" between child, parent, and caregiver through a dedicated Key Person. They prioritise emotional safety, a stable base for learning, and personalised settling-in plans to ensure a smooth transition for each child. What it's like Staff create a warm and welcoming nursery where children are happy and settle quickly. Leaders prioritise children's well-being, ensuring they feel safe and ready to learn, and encourage participation with positive praise. They plan an inclusive curriculum tailored to each child's development stage, building on existing knowledge and skills. Nurture Approach Personalised settling-in Childcare funding guidance ## Pricing & funding 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 each weekday from 7.30am to 6.30pm all year round, with the exception of public holidays Term time / All Year All Year Established 2000 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool Inspection date Jan 2025 Inspection no. 10368452 Lead inspector Nina Harvey Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50270025)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/127245) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.brighthorizons.co.uk) Brickfield Farm, Main Road, Dartford, DA3 7PJ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.3111/51.396/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Dartford - [Day nurseries in Dartford](/search?q=Dartford) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bright-horizons-longfield-day-nursery-and-preschool-da3-7pj-127245) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool Last inspected 23 January 2025 · Nina Harvey 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 Staff create a warm and welcoming nursery where children are happy and settle quickly. Leaders prioritise children's well-being, ensuring they feel safe and ready to learn, and encourage participation with positive praise. They plan an inclusive curriculum tailored to each child's development stage, building on existing knowledge and skills. Inspector highlights - Staff are good at supporting children to learn mathematics in an age-appropriate way, from counting with play dough to drawing shapes and numbers in sand. - Children generally behave with kindness and enjoy playing together, with staff effectively supporting friendship building through turn-taking games and promoting sharing. - Staff support children to regulate their own emotions using stories, art activities, and a quiet, sensory room for those needing time away. - Children are developing independence, with staff encouraging self-feeding in younger children and older children confidently managing their resources. - Leaders are passionate about community understanding and respect, regularly taking children to a local care home for intergenerational experiences that positively impact communication and social skills. Areas to develop - 1 enhance activity planning to focus more precisely on the intended learning to offer all children more targeted support - 2 strengthen the systems in place for monitoring and developing staff performance to establish more consistent teaching practice. Inspection #10368452 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50270025) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders and staff ensure that planned activities are adjusted to support those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to also make good progress. Furthermore, staff make good use of a quiet, sensory room to support children with SEND or those who require time away. ## Parent Reviews of Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool 5.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLkF-q-sod1BOdVIUl4eg_d-cCC3H8rLOoe1Y6CT62hJ_iApw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Claire Astill 4 years ago My daughter has been going to Longfield brighr horizon since June 2020, mid covid pandemic. They made the transition for her and myself very easy, my daughter loves going and always has a fun filled day. The staff are very friendly and hands on. 100% recommend. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHOFpIRGdnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8b45b84200a45:0x5bb0c8c4ce0e1df) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXTn_Ij8OcVwz58NiEyaDoKV_LZJqea0jyxYwb1Az1B2OPUT0tz=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Heather McKim 5 years ago My little one loves Bright Horizons Longfield. He’s come on leaps and bounds in his development since starting there and my partner and I can see how much the team care about the kids! I would definitely recommend them. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURLdnEtZGp3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8b45b84200a45:0x5bb0c8c4ce0e1df) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI7fY7p6stVsVQ7TrDxly8naP8UJk002W0bsN4kI5fmd49QJw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Hayley O 5 years ago Absolutely amazing nursery, couldnt recommend enough. The thought of leaving my son was extremely daunting for me, but from our first visit to the nursery it completely put me at ease. Staff we have delt with have always been amazing. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURLX3JEbTFnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8b45b84200a45:0x5bb0c8c4ce0e1df) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIMgtOJKiqJg1z34ePy0Xsflpa5nuOLG9kXIyBqvcgPFEJgZg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Beth Robinson 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN5NDk2czVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8b45b84200a45:0x5bb0c8c4ce0e1df) Reviews from Google for Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=412937587559293407&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: October 2011 - January 2025 Good - March 2019 Good - August 2016 Outstanding - April 2015 Outstanding - October 2011 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool ### What curriculum approach does Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool use? ### How can Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool be contacted? ### What kind of childcare setting is Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Dartford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bright Horizons Longfield Day Nursery and Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Molly's Pre-School Longfield · DA3 7PW ](/nursery/molly-s-pre-school-da3-7pw-127386) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### Tiny Tigers Pre School Longfield · DA3 8BL ](/nursery/tiny-tigers-pre-school-ltd-da3-8bl-2544771) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Little Forest Pre-school Fawkham · DA3 8LY ](/nursery/little-forest-pre-school-da3-8ly-2723695) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Little Fingers Day Nursery Dartford · DA2 8DX ](/nursery/little-fingers-day-nursery-da2-8dx-ey339104) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Beaming Stars Day Nursery Sevenoaks · TN15 7HF ](/nursery/beaming-stars-day-nursery-tn15-7hf-2529969) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 2.7 mi ### Loveland Daycare Northfleet · DA11 7RU 3.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/loveland-daycare-da11-7ru-2861929) [See all nurseries in Dartford →](/search?q=Dartford) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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