Opening hours
8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year.
Bright Horizons operates more than 300 nurseries and preschools across the UK, offering childcare solutions to families. The organisation focuses on providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive, emphasising both learning and emotional well-being through their unique 'Nurture Approach'.
This approach ensures children receive dedicated care and support from skilled practitioners, fostering a sense of security and belonging. Recognising the financial challenges families face, Bright Horizons provides guidance on government funding options such as tax-free childcare and funded hours.
They are committed to creating a smooth transition for children starting nursery with non-chargeable 'Settling In Sessions' that can commence up to six weeks before the official start date. These sessions allow children and parents to familiarise themselves with the nursery environment and build trust with the 'Key Person', who plays a crucial role in the child's emotional safety and development.
The nursery values open communication with parents, encouraging them to share details about their child's routines, preferences, and comfort items to facilitate a personalised settling-in experience.
Our ethos
Bright Horizons uses a 'Nurture Approach' to ensure children receive dedicated care and support, fostering security and belonging. They prioritise emotional well-being alongside learning and value open communication with parents to create a personalised experience.
What it's like
Children are happy and emotionally secure because staff sensitively help them to settle. Babies enjoy a cuddle and warm reassurance from their key person. Children develop very strong bonds with all staff, make independent choices, and have good opportunities to be outdoors.
Funding accepted
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
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8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year.
Last inspected 25 July 2023
What it's like to attend
Children are happy and emotionally secure because staff sensitively help them to settle. Babies enjoy a cuddle and warm reassurance from their key person. Children develop very strong bonds with all staff, make independent choices, and have good opportunities to be outdoors.
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Inclusion & environment
Effective monitoring ensures that staff know the children well and quickly notice any gaps in their development, seeking early help when needed. The special educational needs coordinator works closely with staff and outside agencies to help children quickly catch up.
Children have good opportunities to be outdoors and develop their small- and large-muscle skills as they kick balls, balance on low planks, and use writing resources. Babies have an enclosed balcony garden, enabling them to freely move outdoors to explore a wider range of experiences.
Date: January 2018
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