Opening hours
each weekday, from 7am to 6.30pm, all year, with the exception of bank holidays and a week between Christmas and New Year.
Bright Horizons St Mary's Day Nursery and Preschool
Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2023)
Number of places
114 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2023
Local authority
Oxfordshire
About this day nursery
Bright Horizons St Mary's Day Nursery and Preschool is part of a larger group of nurseries dedicated to providing exceptional childcare and early education across the UK. With extensive experience and numerous locations, the nursery focuses on supporting families in balancing work and life commitments.
Their approach, known as 'The Nurture Approach,' prioritises both learning and emotional well-being, ensuring children feel secure, engaged, and ready to explore. The curriculum concentrates on five core learning areas, integrated into activities designed to develop practical and life skills.
The nursery emphasises the significance of mealtimes, offering freshly prepared food with attention to allergies. They also support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and offer a holistic daily experience, including outdoor adventures and Forest School activities.
The nursery is committed to creating a vibrant community for children, parents, and staff, aiming to make each nursery a thriving and happy environment where children are supported to reach their full potential.
Our ethos
Bright Horizons St Mary's Day Nursery and Preschool utilises 'The Nurture Approach,' which balances learning with emotional well-being to create a secure and engaging environment. They focus on developing practical life skills through a curriculum centred on five core learning areas, and incorporate outdoor adventures and Forest School activities. The nursery is committed to fostering a community where children, parents, and staff thrive, enabling children to reach their full potential.
What it's like
Children have lots of fun at Bright Horizons St Mary's Day Nursery and Preschool, feeling secure and happy in a welcoming and nurturing environment created by staff. The staff prioritise settling children, forming strong attachments, and providing reassurance when needed, which supports children's sense of belonging and emotional well-being. Children of all ages are eager to play, exploring their environment freely and engaging in sensory experiences, outdoor play, and book exploration, ensuring good progress for all, including those with SEND.
The Nurture ApproachBright Beginnings CurriculumOutdoor Adventures & Forest SchoolFreshly Prepared MealsFocus on Emotional Wellbeing
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request
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Term time / All Year
All Year
Food
Freshly prepared food
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Bright Horizons St Mary's Day Nursery and Preschool
Last inspected 9 October 2023
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
Children have lots of fun at Bright Horizons St Mary's Day Nursery and Preschool, feeling secure and happy in a welcoming and nurturing environment created by staff. The staff prioritise settling children, forming strong attachments, and providing reassurance when needed, which supports children's sense of belonging and emotional well-being. Children of all ages are eager to play, exploring their environment freely and engaging in sensory experiences, outdoor play, and book exploration, ensuring good progress for all, including those with SEND.
Inspector highlights
- Children have lots of fun and are secure and happy in a welcoming and nurturing environment.
- Leaders have a clear vision and strong commitment to continuous improvement, successfully retaining staff and supporting their well-being.
- Children, including those with SEND, are supported well, with staff monitoring progress and taking prompt, effective action.
- Children develop good communication and language skills through a love of books, songs, rhymes, and engaging conversations.
- Older children enjoy playing outdoors regularly, with access to a wealth of resources and learning experiences.
Areas to develop
- 1review the organisation with regard to the room for children aged two to three years and take steps to support children to play and learn in a more consistently calm and purposeful environment
- 2plan the curriculum even more effectively to focus precisely on the challenges set for all children.
Inspection #10309215 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents express their complete satisfaction and speak highly of the nursery.
They describe staff as attentive, supportive and caring.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress in their learning. Children, including those with SEND, are supported well in accordance with their starting points. Staff monitor children's progress and identify areas where additional support is needed. Staff take prompt and effective action to ensure that every child is included and prepared for school or their future learning.
Outdoor space
Older children very much enjoy playing outdoors in the fresh air. They have regular access to the outdoor areas, which offer a wealth of resources and learning experiences. For example, children practise a range of physical skills, such as climbing on play equipment and balancing, when making their own obstacle courses.
Parent Reviews of Bright Horizons St Mary's Day Nursery and Preschool
3.3
(14)
Mona Saeed
a year ago
The best and the most inclusive nursery ever. My son was there a couple of years ago and every one from management to teachers were brilliant. Highly recommend this place. Competent, caring and professional staff. Massive thanks for all your effort.
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Stefania Dekman
2 years ago
The nursery has been nothing but the best for my daughter. We absolutely love it and our daughter has learned so much! The staff is exceptional and very accommodating. Thank you for taking great care of my toddler!
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Martina Buoni
5 years ago
Very friendly environment and extremely professional service. We had a great experience settling in after months away from nursery. Our daughter loved it before lockdown (she’s been going for almost 2 years before lockdown) and still loves it now.. she feels welcome and she is learning a lot every day! I would highly recommend for children of any age!
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Julia Griffen
4 years ago
We have had nothing but a lovely and professional experience of this nursey setting. Our son enjoyed attending very much and formed good relationships with key workers and other children. Staff are friendly; professional and upmost you get the impression that they genuinely care for each individual child. Procedures have been crystal clear and well communicated throughout especially wrt covid. Every staff member we've interacted with has been excellent. Daily photos and feedback via the app has also been fantastic.
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Rowena Handley
9 years ago
We removed our son from this nursery as we have no confidence in them. It seems shouting at children is the norm. We also witnessed a member of staff grabbing our son by the arm and raising there voice. His key worker also didn't know how old he was. Poor all round. every time we raised a concern it was dealt with but no real follow up. I wouldn't recommend this nursery to anyone, I'd advise people to steer clear.
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Inspection history
Date: September 2013
- October 2023Good
- October 2021Good
- August 2017Good
- September 2013Good
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