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Bright Horizons Northcote Road Day Nursery and Preschool # Bright Horizons Northcote Road Day Nursery and Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2022) · 119a Chatham Road, London, SW11 6HJ · Wandsworth Number of places 61 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2022 Local authority Wandsworth About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Bright Horizons Nurseries offer a comprehensive early years education, focusing on a unique "Nurture Approach" that prioritises both learning and emotional well-being. With over three decades of experience and more than 300 nurseries across the UK, they are dedicated to supporting families with their childcare needs. The curriculum, "Bright Beginnings," incorporates five key learning areas to develop practical and life skills, with a strong emphasis on outdoor activities, Forest School principles, and Eco-Schools programmes. The nursery provides freshly prepared meals with attention to allergies, and a detailed settling-in process to ensure a smooth transition for children and families. This includes non-chargeable sessions up to six weeks before the start date, allowing children to familiarise themselves with the environment and build trust with their key person. Parents are encouraged to participate in these initial sessions, gradually leaving their child for short periods to foster independence. The nursery also offers resources and support regarding childcare funding options and aims to create a vibrant community for children, parents, and staff. Our ethos Bright Horizons' pedagogical approach is their "Nurture Approach," which balances learning with emotional well-being. Their "Bright Beginnings" curriculum emphasises practical life skills, outdoor activities, and incorporates Forest School and Eco-Schools principles. They focus on supporting families with childcare needs and fostering independence through a gradual settling-in process. What it's like All children are happy and enjoy the busy, calm and highly stimulating learning environment, displaying good levels of emotional development. They become deeply involved in a variety of inviting, interesting and engaging activities, and talk confidently using a good range of vocabulary. Children develop a good understanding of mathematical concepts and feel safe and secure. Nurture Approach Curriculum Focus on emotional well-being and learning Extensive settling-in process Over 300 UK nurseries Emphasis on outdoor learning ## 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 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday Term time / All Year All Year Established 2013 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bright Horizons Northcote Road Day Nursery and Preschool Inspection date Mar 2022 Inspection no. 10225592 Lead inspector Josephine Afful Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50182881)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY460053) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bright-horizons-northcote-road-day-nursery-and-preschool-sw11-6hj-ey460053) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bright Horizons Northcote Road Day Nursery and Preschool Last inspected 28 March 2022 · Josephine Afful 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 All children are happy and enjoy the busy, calm and highly stimulating learning environment, displaying good levels of emotional development. They become deeply involved in a variety of inviting, interesting and engaging activities, and talk confidently using a good range of vocabulary. Children develop a good understanding of mathematical concepts and feel safe and secure. Inspector highlights - The curriculum intent for physical development is implemented well, with good opportunities both indoors and outdoors to build on large- and fine-motor skills. - Staff engage children in exciting activities that encourage their curiosity, such as exploring gloop and singing nursery rhymes. - The manager and staff work closely with parents, using online systems and face-to-face communication to keep them informed and to act on their views. - All staff are good role models who help children learn how to behave well, share resources, and take turns, using highly engaging discussions and emotion books to teach about feelings. - Staff continually support and praise children who are learning to share and take turns, and treat children as individuals, valuing them and asking for consent. Areas to develop - 1 improve staff's knowledge and understanding of assessment, particularly how to use this information to plan effectively and identify next steps for children's learning - 2 provide opportunities for older children to learn about and develop an understanding of good personal hygiene, so they become independent in managing their self-care needs. Inspection #10225592 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50182881) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say they feel their children are happy and well cared for and know what the children have been doing each day. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children have good opportunities both indoors and outdoors to build on their large- and fine-motor skills. Staff support older children to take age-appropriate risks in their play, such as jumping in and out of tyres and climbing steps to access the tree house. Inspection history Date: October 2013 - March 2022 Good - October 2013 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Bright Horizons Northcote Road Day Nursery and Preschool ### How did Bright Horizons Northcote Road Day Nursery and Preschool do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### How can Bright Horizons Northcote Road Day Nursery and Preschool be contacted? ### What outdoor space does Bright Horizons Northcote Road Day Nursery and Preschool have? ### What is Bright Horizons Northcote Road Day Nursery and Preschool working on improving? ### Is Bright Horizons Northcote Road Day Nursery and Preschool a day nursery or preschool? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bright Horizons Northcote Road Day Nursery and Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding <0.2 mi ### The Butterfly Preschool London · SW11 6SF 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/the-butterfly-preschool-sw11-6sf-ey465231) - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Linden Tree Nursery School London · SW11 6SF ](/nursery/linden-tree-nursery-school-sw11-6sf-ey309037) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School London · SW11 6DQ ](/nursery/northcote-montessori-independent-nursery-school-sw11-6dq-ey557361) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Nightingale 1 Montessori Nursery London · SW12 8RQ ](/nursery/nightingale-1-montessori-nursery-sw12-8rq-ey473044) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Sparkies Nursery & Pre-School London · SW12 8RQ 4.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/sparkies-nursery-pre-school-sw12-8rq-2691229) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Fledglings on the Common London · SW11 1HT 4.7(18 reviews) ](/nursery/fledglings-on-the-common-sw11-1ht-ey467365) [See all nurseries in London →](/search?q=London) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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