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[Home](/) 2. · 3. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 4. · 5. [London](/search?region=London) 6. · 7. Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool # Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2024) · 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · Dunsthill Mill, 21 Riversdale Drive, London, SW18 4UR · Wandsworth Number of places 50 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2024 Local authority Wandsworth About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this early years setting Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool is located in Wandsworth, London, and provides care for children aged from birth to four years. The nursery operates from 8am to 6.30pm on weekdays throughout the year, with closures for bank holidays. Ofsted inspected the provision in March 2024 and gave it an overall rating of 'Good'. The inspector’s report noted that staff create a warm atmosphere where children and families feel they belong. Children have regular access to fresh air in an outdoor area, where learning continues through activities such as water play. Staff encourage children to develop a love for books and build their mathematical skills. For children with special educational needs or disabilities, the manager ensures the curriculum is adapted and that staff work with other professionals to support their development. What it's like The manager and staff create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where all children and families feel they belong. Children easily separate from their parents and eagerly start their day full of exciting learning experiences. The manager and staff develop positive relationships with children from the start, and this helps children to feel happy, safe and secure at the nursery. "Nurture Approach" pedagogical framework Extensive UK presence 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 8am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday throughout the year, except for bank holidays Food Freshly prepared food with a focus on allergy management Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool Last inspected 6 March 2024 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 The manager and staff create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where all children and families feel they belong. Children easily separate from their parents and eagerly start their day full of exciting learning experiences. The manager and staff develop positive relationships with children from the start, and this helps children to feel happy, safe and secure at the nursery. Inspector highlights - The manager and staff create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where all children and families feel they belong. - Children develop a love for books and listen to stories attentively. - Children benefit from regular access to fresh air, where their learning continues. - Staff encourage children to develop secure mathematical skills. - Parents are very happy with the high level of care and education their children receive. Areas to develop - 1 continue to support less skilled staff to build on their teaching skills, to enhance children's learning experiences - 2 provide children with enough time to think about and answer questions in their own time, to enhance their thinking, imagination and extend their communication and language skills even further. Inspection #10326694 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50244542) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool Inspection date Mar 2024 Inspection no. 10326694 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50244542)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/123184) 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) Dunsthill Mill, 21 Riversdale Drive, London, SW18 4UR ## Explore day nurseries near London - [Day nurseries in London](/search?q=London) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bright-horizons-southfields-day-nursery-and-preschool-sw18-4ur-123184) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection “ > "Parents express that they are very happy with the high level of care and education their children receive." “ > "Parents feel fortunate that staff understand their children's uniqueness and help them to progress well." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager ensures that the curriculum is adapted for children who have gaps in their learning, to help them make the best possible progress. The manager and staff are committed to work effectively with other professionals to support children's development and help them to catch up with their peers. Outdoor space Children benefit from regular access to fresh air, where their learning continues. For example, children problem-solve how water travels through the tubes and where it ends up. ## Google Reviews of Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool 5.0 (4 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXlhnUs8TDiNYpTB2Han3oKzaUtJ2hjLunhOmIeGg7m3Dhkb0E=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Kate Palmer 9 months ago Lucia and her team go above and beyond in getting to understand the children's needs at Bright Horizons. I am always bowled over by their intuitive interactions with the children as well as one another. I have often arrived at a random time and the children across all three rooms are calm and happy. I feel this is a true indication of how well looked after they all are. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25Ob2RWcHVTREpCU1ZKb2JHTjJkalpFZG5Ob2MyYxAB!2m1!1s0x48760f59969a108d:0x72c5bdf71f36c370) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWLjrI1a41eWnVwkc2NN24LgqnwjANTxYfJTWAPFpsA7z4WC-s=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Tracey Bond 5 years ago Such a great nursery! The staff are so kind and helpful, very responsive and provide regular updates on children's progress. Always open to adjustments catering to my child's needs at the time. It's a relatively small nursery which gives it a real family feel, I will be forever grateful in how they helped me adjust to sending my little one to nursery - a very emotional transition :) [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNLeDh5VVZnEAE!2m1!1s0x48760f59969a108d:0x72c5bdf71f36c370) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK-etXPavQ1k64PJ-BfB7b_iGdcnOUgu5rm6VWZHaJJmEbi0Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Samantha Allen 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN5czZhSmlRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48760f59969a108d:0x72c5bdf71f36c370) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIwPHUHpa6CjCBnvNtlV1zStWj2DUORjns5fVQZ_c7UybvYeQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) dominik cieniawski 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNncFlDR2lBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48760f59969a108d:0x72c5bdf71f36c370) Reviews from Google for Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8270225159814038384&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: July 2012 - March 2024 Good - March 2019 Good - March 2018 Requires improvement - April 2016 Good - July 2012 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool ### Does Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool have an Ofsted rating? ### What outdoor space does Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool use? ### What is known about the staff team at Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool? ### Which curriculum approach is used at Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool? ### How many places does Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool have? ### How can Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool be contacted? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bright Horizons Southfields Day Nursery and Preschool. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Sticky Fingers Montessori Day Nursery Earlsfield · SW18 4EH ](/nursery/sticky-fingers-montessori-day-nursery-sw18-4eh-123138) - [ Awaiting first inspection <0.2 mi ### Abacus Ark Earlsfield London · SW18 4EN ](/nursery/abacus-ark-earlsfield-sw18-4en-2822466) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Nursery @ Aspire London · SW18 5JU ](/nursery/nursery-aspire-sw18-5ju-ey429774) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### The Playroom Preschool London · SW18 4DX 4.2(10 Google reviews) ](/nursery/the-playroom-preschool-sw18-4dx-2680586) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### The Playroom London · SW18 4DX 4.2(10 Google reviews) ](/nursery/the-playroom-sw18-4dx-ey484873) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Nuffy Bear Day Nursery London · SW18 4SQ 4.6(9 Google reviews) ](/nursery/nuffy-bear-day-nursery-sw18-4sq-ey404702) [See all nurseries in London →](/search?q=London) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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