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Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool # Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2023) · 4.5 (6 parent reviews) · 18 Abbottswood Common Road, Romsey, SO51 0BX · Hampshire Number of places 66 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 Local authority Hampshire 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 Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool is part of the larger Bright Horizons family, a well-established childcare provider in the UK with over 300 nurseries. They focus on supporting families by offering a stimulating and fun learning environment for children, guided by their unique Nurture Approach™. This approach prioritises both learning and emotional well-being, fostering a secure base for children to explore and develop. The nursery prides itself on its dedicated and skilled practitioners who create a nurturing atmosphere. They also offer non-chargeable 'Settling In Sessions' up to six weeks before a child's start date, allowing children and parents to gradually become familiar with the nursery and build a trusting relationship with their assigned Key Person. This personalised approach ensures a smooth transition and caters to the individual needs of each child. What it's like Staff welcome children into the nursery and support them to settle into a warm, nurturing environment, ready to learn. They encourage children to explore well-thought-out activities and lead their own play, making choices and assessing risks. Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour, setting boundaries and teaching them to manage their feelings. Well-established nursery group The Nurture Approach™ Personalised settling-in process Focus on emotional well-being ## 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 Monday to Friday, 7.45am until 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full Day Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool Last inspected 4 July 2023 · Nicole Atkinson 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 welcome children into the nursery and support them to settle into a warm, nurturing environment, ready to learn. They encourage children to explore well-thought-out activities and lead their own play, making choices and assessing risks. Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour, setting boundaries and teaching them to manage their feelings. Inspector highlights - The manager has a clear idea of what she wants children to learn and be able to do at nursery. - Staff ensure that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported. - Staff provide inviting activities throughout the nursery and give the children opportunities to revisit previous learning. - The manager supports staff closely and nurtures a strong team ethos. - Children develop good communication and language skills due to staff engaging them in meaningful conversations and encouraging them to share experiences. - Staff form strong relationships with parents, who speak highly of the nursery and receive daily updates on their children's learning and development. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to develop children's independence skills more consistently throughout the day - 2 support staff to monitor and manage the noise levels indoors, to help children to fully engage in activities and concentrate on their learning. Inspection #10298188 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225619) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool Inspection date Jul 2023 Inspection no. 10298188 Lead inspector Nicole Atkinson Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225619)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY541830) 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) 18 Abbottswood Common Road, Romsey, SO51 0BX [© 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#/-1.47445/51.00395/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Romsey - [Day nurseries in Romsey](/search?q=Romsey) - [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-romsey-day-nursery-and-preschool-so51-0bx-ey541830) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff ensure that children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported. For example, they use sign language and visual displays to support children's understanding of activities and everyday routines. Staff liaise closely with other professionals to share information about children's learning and development. Outdoor space Children lead their own play, making choices and assessing risks. For example, they use crates and tyres to build an assault course in the garden. They work together to decide what to put next and check if it is safe. ## Parent Reviews of Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool 4.5 (6) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI7_o8Dhphitr0lBNzk4ijmvQj_1pJWAs-6KWSN-dF9LxUYqA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Rebecca Hellings 5 years ago Wonderful staff who really care about my child. They have been so caring especially through the last year, ensuring my child could still mix with his peers and continue to develop. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNxb0p6Y01BEAE!2m1!1s0x48740aca044b2361:0x9142641002ab7411) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIQhwaxNMrz48TL_4n5AbRN8BYkEP3A-lk6q_I90PLaTLJ87w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jade Richardson 8 years ago My son loves it here and settled in from his first day in toddlers. I feel so comfortable leaving him here as the staff show genuine affection towards the children. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBd04tV3J3RRAB!2m1!1s0x48740aca044b2361:0x9142641002ab7411) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXGbypQlCRBbMpcVe_3nW3oVkrZpaXqbmk2rSZAETNs2BgNCHM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Aneta Barreto a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN2d1lhZWtRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48740aca044b2361:0x9142641002ab7411) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIbpu9FzmITT0a6l4J3STzdax0kl0h3IQcnP6QeJReaD7KkgA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Natassia Porch 6 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURrNWVYN1ZnEAE!2m1!1s0x48740aca044b2361:0x9142641002ab7411) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVp6O6EQ48mUSOTfu-EiebvDQUsoBuIpPkbQAHynYw4mJmRUrq_=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Andrew “Andy” 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBb3JiSjdBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48740aca044b2361:0x9142641002ab7411) Reviews from Google for Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10467038503889499153&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: April 2018 - July 2023 Good - April 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool ### Is Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool Ofsted registered? ### What is the staff team like at Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool? ### What is the nursery working on improving? ### How can Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool be contacted? ### Which approach does Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool use? ### Whereabouts is Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool? ## Nearby day nurseries in Romsey Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Woodley Pre-School Romsey · SO51 7JT ](/nursery/woodley-pre-school-so51-7jt-ey271494) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Abbotswood Pre School and Day Nursery Romsey · SO51 7LF 4.8(32 reviews) ](/nursery/abbotswood-pre-school-and-day-nursery-so51-7lf) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Chatterbox Community Pre-School Romsey · SO51 9AD ](/nursery/chatterbox-community-pre-school-limited-so51-9ad-ey455169) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Little Sunlights Romsey · SO51 8ZB ](/nursery/little-sunlights-so51-8zb-ey496071) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Bright Horizons North Baddesley Day Nursery and Preschool Southampton · SO52 9DT ](/nursery/bright-horizons-north-baddesley-day-nursery-and-preschool-so52-9dt-ey320254) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### My Little Explorers Romsey · SO51 9LN 5.0(22 reviews) ](/nursery/my-little-explorers-so51-9ln-ey467166) [See all nurseries in Romsey →](/search?q=Romsey) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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