Food
Freshly prepared food and meals are provided, with attention to allergy management.
Bright Horizons West Dulwich Day Nursery and Preschool
Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2023)
Number of places
76 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2023
Local authority
Lambeth
About this day nursery
Bright Horizons operates approximately 300 nurseries and preschools across the UK, offering childcare solutions to families. They focus on a holistic approach to child development, encapsulated in their 'Nurture Approach', which prioritises both learning and emotional well-being.
The nurseries aim to provide a stimulating and happy environment where children are supported by trained and caring staff to reach their full potential. They offer a 'Bright Beginnings Curriculum' that incorporates five key learning areas to develop practical and life skills through engaging activities.
Food and mealtimes are given special attention, with freshly prepared meals catering to various dietary needs. The nursery group also emphasises outdoor learning and exploration through initiatives like Forest School and Eco-Schools.
They support families with the transition into nursery life through non-chargeable settling-in sessions, which can begin up to six weeks before a child's official start date, focusing on building strong relationships between the child, parents, and a dedicated Key Person. Bright Horizons also provides resources and guidance on childcare funding options available from the UK government.
Our ethos
At Bright Horizons, the "Nurture Approach" is central to life, integrating learning and emotional well-being to support every child's journey towards being healthy, happy, and reaching their potential.
What it's like
Children are happy and confident in this warm, caring nursery. They build strong, close relationships with staff, who value each child highly. Staff help children to settle well by providing activities linked to their interests, and manage children's behaviour in positive ways with high expectations.
Nurture Approach CurriculumFocus on emotional well-beingOutdoor learning and Forest SchoolSupports settling-in sessions
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
Key facts
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
Term time / All Year
All Year
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Bright Horizons West Dulwich Day Nursery and Preschool
Last inspected 9 November 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 are happy and confident in this warm, caring nursery. They build strong, close relationships with staff, who value each child highly. Staff help children to settle well by providing activities linked to their interests, and manage children's behaviour in positive ways with high expectations.
Inspector highlights
- Children are happy and confident and build strong, close relationships with staff.
- The curriculum is wide and balanced, and children make good progress.
- Children gain good physical skills and develop good small-muscle control.
- Staff have very strong partnerships with parents.
- The manager supports staff well and evaluates all aspects of the nursery, setting clear goals for improvement.
Areas to develop
- 1review routine activities so that they have minimal impact on children's learning, particularly in the toddler room
- 2develop children's problem-solving skills further, to extend their learning.
Inspection #10308508 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Staff are genuinely interested in and care for children
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
Outdoor space
Children learn about the world around them by planting herbs and vegetables in the garden. Staff perform comprehensive health and safety checks covering all parts of the nursery, including the garden.
Parent Reviews of Bright Horizons West Dulwich Day Nursery and Preschool
3.5
(11)
Karla Andrea
5 months ago
Avoid bright horizons at all costs. We had our daughter there and I regret it so much, every time I would pick her up she would always be so sad and I would often find her in the corner by herself. With the latest news about bright horizons Finchley I wouldn’t trust this place at all with any children. They’re a business that cares about money and nothing else. Avoid, avoid, avoid.
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Steven Rosanoff
7 years ago
Attended: Jul 2017 - Summer 2019 Child Age: Years 1 - 3 Review: We started off at a Bright Horizons nursery in Cambridge when our daughter was 6 months old. We relocated to London and decided to stick with the Bright Horizons brand because we liked the structure. At both nurseries we felt confident that our daughter is safe, well looked after, in a happy and healthy environment. At years 1-3 kids should really be playing and having fun, but they also prepared her well for school with counting, the alphabet, writing mechanics, and so much more. The staff were wonderful and very accomodating for half days, late arrivals, etc... There is not enough space for write all the positives. I highly recommend this nursery for working parents who need dayminders 8 to 6, 5 days a week. Thank you to the staff for all the love and care you've given our daughter.
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Carry Hornby
2 years ago
The nursery is very clean with large outdoor space. The management team is friendly & supportive. In the classrooms equipments & resources are well kept and organised. The staff is dedicated and disciplined. I would highly recommend to families! 💐
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Emma Wrighton
6 years ago
Our daughter loves attending the nursery. She’s made some great friends in the staff and the other children. They’re always doing something fun. Everyone is so friendly and we’re always greeted with a smile. Highly recommend!
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Vera
4 years ago
Unfortunately a massive let down for us. Back in April 2021 we filled the form and did a tour asking if there was space for our son in January 2022. The lady that showed us around confirmed and told us we were the first on the list. We just discovered by chance that actually the management is new, none of the people we spoke to are there, and that actually there is no space untill September 2022 spaceuntill September
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Inspection history
Date: March 2018
- November 2023Good
- March 2018Good
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