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Bright Horizons Rugby Day Nursery and Preschool

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Sept 2025)
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4.7(20 parent reviews) ·24 School Street, Hillmorton, RUGBY, CV21 4BW · Warwickshire
Number of places
64 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2025
Local authority
Warwickshire

About this day nursery

Bright Horizons Rugby Day Nursery and Preschool provides a nurturing and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to explore and develop at their own pace. Emphasising a unique 'Nurture Approach,' the nursery focuses on holistic development, integrating emotional well-being with learning experiences.

The curriculum, known as 'Bright Beginnings,' incorporates five key learning areas through engaging activities designed to build practical and life skills. Mealtimes are a significant part of the day, with freshly prepared food and careful allergy management.

The nursery also champions outdoor adventures, with access to outdoor spaces, Forest School initiatives, and an Eco-Schools programme to foster a love for nature and active learning. Welcoming families with decades of experience, Bright Horizons aims to support parents with the daily work-life balance, creating a bright future for each child through fun and inspiring learning journeys.

They are committed to ensuring a smooth transition for children and families, offering non-chargeable settling-in sessions up to six weeks before the start date, allowing time for children to familiarise themselves with the new surroundings and build crucial relationships with their Key Person.

Our ethos

The Nurture Approach™ is central to life at our Nurseries. It brings together learning and emotional wellbeing as part of the same amazing growing-up journey. We believe in creating a sense of emotional safety for children, providing an environment in which they feel known, safe, and loved.

What it's like

The setting is exceptional. Children flourish in the unique, homely and inspiring environment. They arrive at the setting happy and confident. The attentive and nurturing staff warmly greet children.

Nurture Approach curriculumBright Beginnings CurriculumOutdoor Adventures and Forest SchoolFreshly prepared mealsNon-chargeable settling-in sessions

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

all year, from Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Bright Horizons Rugby Day Nursery and Preschool

Last inspected 3 September 2025

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

The setting is exceptional. Children flourish in the unique, homely and inspiring environment. They arrive at the setting happy and confident. The attentive and nurturing staff warmly greet children.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders are enthusiastic, inspiring and innovative, and reflect on their practice to improve provision.
  • Staff provide enriching experiences by engaging children with their local community and charities.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities benefit from staff's expert support.
  • Partnerships with parents are incredibly supportive, including home visits and workshops.
  • Staff create excellent opportunities for children to develop their physical skills, both indoors and outdoors.
Inspection #10399364 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents describe the setting as 'marvellous' and 'inspiring'.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities benefit from staff's expert support. Staff work proactively with parents and other professionals and take swift action to develop individual learning support plans for children. This helps children to achieve the best possible outcome from their starting points.

Outdoor space

Staff create excellent opportunities for children to develop their physical skills. Staff support older children on outdoor climbing structures as they develop their balance and climbing skills. Pre-school children help to construct a large wigwam as they weave wool in and out of tall canes.

Parent Reviews of Bright Horizons Rugby Day Nursery and Preschool

4.7
(20)
Jason
a year ago

5 Stars – A Wonderful Nursery Experience! We’ve had such a positive experience with Bright Horizons Nursery in Rugby. When my daughter first started, she was very scared and hesitant about being away from home. It was a tough transition, but the incredible staff were so patient, supportive, and genuinely caring. Thanks to their dedication, she has really come out of her shell. She’s now happy to take part in the many fun and engaging activities, and she’s even trying all the different healthy meals they provide—which is a big win for us! The team creates such a warm and welcoming environment, and it’s clear how much they care about each child’s wellbeing and development. I’m so grateful for the positive change we’ve seen in our daughter. Highly recommend Bright Horizons to any parent looking for a nurturing, professional, and joyful place for their little one!

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Alex Shaw
10 months ago

Incredibly kind, caring and talented team ❤️ Today my son had his graduation and I can't thank the Bright Horizons team enough for how they have helped him grow. You guys are awesome.

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Vicki Holland
5 years ago

I visited lots of nurseries before my eldest started with Beehives. I got a great feeling about the nursery which turned out to be bang on. My eldest loved her time at Beehives and my youngest enjoys every minute too! The staff are fabulous; kind, caring, friendly and with tons of experience. The variety of food is excellent and the setting is amazing in my opinion. Lots of activities and the effort that is put in to get the little ones ready for school is outstanding. I’ll be sad in September when out family journey with Beehives comes to an end.

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Pamela Constable
5 years ago

My husband and I have so many positive things to say about this nursery. It has such a homely feel and always welcoming when we go there. They have received OUTSTANDING in their last Ofsted inspection and you can see this from the level of care the children receive and the amazing resources on offer for them to explore. Outstanding nursery and outstanding staff.

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T Roots
5 years ago

Fantastic nursery, my daughter gets excited as soon as we pull into the gates. She’s developing new skills weekly. The staff are fantastic and always have time to tell you how your child is developing and what they have done when they have been in nursery. Wouldn’t take my little one anywhere else. Thank you Beehive ladies

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Inspection history

Date: November 2019

  • September 2025Outstanding
  • November 2019Outstanding

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