Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool

Hornsey Cricket Club, Tivoli Road, London N8 8RG
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  • Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool, London
Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool offers nurturing care and early education for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Conveniently located near Crouch End station and Highgate tube, the nursery is set within the scenic grounds of Hornsey Cricket Club.

The nursery features a spacious baby room with views of fields and gardens, a toddler room with free play and activities, and a preschool led by a qualified teacher who prepares children for school. A dedicated sensory room caters to the youngest children.

Outdoor play includes two gardens, tailored for different age groups, with activities like nature exploration, sandcastle building, and trike riding. The experienced staff includes Makaton-trained members, supporting communication through signs and symbols.

Parents are closely involved through an exclusive parent committee and partnership events. Children enjoy Boogie Mites music sessions, yoga, and shared sensory room access.

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Care Provided by Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 29
  • Total Places for Children
  • 88
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (131)

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Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 10 (9.968) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool has 131 reviews.

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Review from Lucy O (Mother of Child) published on 30 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Active Learning Crouch End is an outstanding nursery. Our daughter moved here from another nursery in Highgate and the difference was stark. The quality of staff, the range of learning topics and the facilities available to the children are brilliant. Our daughter is extremely happy at the nursery and
has learnt so much.

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Review from K J (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The manager and his wonderful team create an encouraging and motivating, warm atmosphere. They are very supportive and kind. All of them know every child by name and are really good observers and mentors. There is beautiful outside space (large gardens, cricket fields around) and they offer a lot of
activities on top to prepare the children for school. There is music, zumba, ballet, sports, Spanish.

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Review from W D (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our twin boys have been going to Active Learning Crouch End (London) for a year now and they absolutely love it. We as parents feel very safe and happy knowing that our boys are receiving the best care and support they need in these early years. The staff are very affectionate and professional. The
mentors make sure that every child is cared for individually according to their needs and parents are updated on their child's progress and development. In every aspect an amazing place for little ones.

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Review from Karina K (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is an excellent nursery within amazing, green surroundings. My daughter has been attending for over a year now and we've always felt like she was looked after by professionals who know that they're doing. The managers are reliable, approachable and there is an overall close community feel.


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recent take over by Bright Horizons sparked some concerns of standards potentially dropping, but we have not seen evidence of this yet. PS. please ensure you look after your good quality staff, they are the reason we chose you.

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Review from H P (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The building, location, staff and facilities are excellent - I don't think they could be any better. Staff and management really care about the children and always give time to speak to parents about any concerns.

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Review from Angela S (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff are excellent in the nursery. They are all very friendly and have bonded well with my child as she has progressed through each class. The only thing that is frustrating is the staff turnover is high and so my daughter has had a lot of mentors. At times there has not been a lot of detailed
communication with parents about what kids are doing. The new newsletter does address this.

Reply from Marketa Cardon, Mrkg at Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool

We really appreciate that you have taken time out to share your feedback, your opinion is very important to us. I am going to share your comments with the Nursery Manager and ask her to speak to you. We especially take any concerns regarding safeguarding extremely seriously. I would strongly encourage you to speak to us, so we can address your areas of concerns.


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Review from JCP (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great Nursery
Caring staff, a wide range of activities, enviable outdoor space and strong management makes this the best nursery in the area. Dedicated nursery teacher means learning opportunities are well planned. A special mention to the excellent music teacher who does much more than just sing in
a circle - the summer term show was a triumph. Management team seem very proud their nursery which has a pleasant and professional atmosphere. Communication with parents/carers is good.

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Review from Jemima R (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The first time leaving your child in the care of others is such a tough thing but all the staff I've dealt with at Active Learning have been so kind and friendly and made it as gentle as possible! The setting is beautiful and the most important thing is that my son seems to be loving it.

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Review from Matt F (Father of Child) published on 6 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent staff, friendly and happy environment, set in lovely surroundings. We have seen our daughter develop her social and language skills at a fast pace due to the care, attention and activities she receives at Active Learning. Highly recommended. The management are friendly and helpful and go out
of their way to make things easy for you.

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Review from Sara (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The Crouch End nursery has excellent facilities, especially its outdoor spaces. They have a good range of activities and my child enjoys the different music, art, sports and learning sessions. I feel that attending this nursery has boosted my child's confidence with other adults and children and enables
him to participate in activities that I wouldn't think of doing or wouldn't be able to do at home.

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Review from Christie (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very friendly hands on staff and great facilities. Our twin toddlers attend this nursery and are very happy there. There are always lots of activities going on so I never have to worry about them not getting enough stimulation. Since joining they have also learnt lots of new skills including how to
feed themselves and more words to their vocabulary. I would definitely recommend it!

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Review from Katrina C (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff ensure and encourage the development and well-being of my child. It is a safe and nurturing environment. The activities are varied and interesting. The music and art classes are planned and themed.

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Review from Katrina B (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We feel that our son thrives on going to nursery each day, which is a testament to his mentor and all staff involved in his care. The nursery provides a fun and safe environment for our son and we are able to see how much he has developed in the few months he has been there. The cot area, sensory
room and the toddler garden were all key factors in us choosing this nursery. No matter what their role all staff members know every child's name and are attentive and caring.

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Review from Maria K (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A very friendly, enjoyable & interesting environment for my 3-year-old daughter with really caring staff & lots of activities. Excellent facilities too with lots of outside space. Organised & structured routine with free play as well.

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Review from Enrique G (Father of Child) published on 6 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery. I'm always amazed by how much my son develops thanks to this nursery's efforts. Really like the teachers and the relationship they have with my son and how much they Care about him and his well-being.

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Review from Paul F (Father of Child) published on 6 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent facilities and helpful, friendly staff.


Unlike many nearby nurseries, nearly all the staff are permanent employees, not agency staff. My daughter loves her sessions and clearly has a strong affection for the staff. They also seem genuinely fond of her.


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which does seem unnecessary. However, everything is cooked fresh daily and my daughter seems to love the wide range of dishes served up. Great care is taken to make sure that all the dietary requirements and preferences are met.


Management really seems to listen to feedback and act quickly on it. All the kids seem happy, well attended to engaged in fun activities.


The web-portal for parent-cameras is clunky and quality of the webcams pretty poor by current standards - it can be hard to tell which kid is which if they're not close to camera, but it is great to be able to log in and see your little one, especially when they're first starting and settling into each room.


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Review from Lisa H (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son and daughter both attended Active Learning from under the age of one until they left for school. I do not believe they could have had a better start. The staff are enthusiastic, caring and fun. The facility has great outdoor space which was used frequently and a big pull for us and the children.
The activities, especially in the older year groups are varied and stimulating and provide a great learning base.

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Review from Jonathan F (Father of Child) published on 6 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 2-year-old daughter runs into the nursery with a huge smile on her face. This is a testament to the amazing staff and how much they all adore the children. Each day they do a huge array of different activities and to be honest, I'm often quite jealous of all the fun things they've been doing. As
a parent, they also keep you very involved in what is happening, which I love.

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Review from Michael T (Father of Child) published on 31 August 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Active Learning Crouch End is in a fantastic and unique location surrounded by green space which is used by the children here and they have emerged confident, happy and with a good level of basic education which has made the transition to school extremely easy. They have been happy, secure and well
looked after which is everything you could ask of a nursery. Well done all management and staff!

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Review from Kirsty F (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child is so happy at this nursery and has a real attachment to her nursery mentor. The staff are incredibly friendly and supportive.


Each day I go in and we are given feedback, but in addition, they tell me funny stories or how much they enjoy looking after my child. Each day she has undertaken

so many activities and since she has started at the nursery her development has come on leaps and bounds. There is nothing better than being able to drop my precious child off somewhere each day and know that she is being well looked after.


And the exceptional care does not just extend to those that directly look after her but everyone who works at the nursery from the office staff to the chef they all know her and can tell me about what she has been up during the day. It is this small, family-friendly atmosphere that I love so much about this nursery.


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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.968)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.968) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 31 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 31 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.968 for Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (360 Excellents x 5) + (12 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 372 Ratings = 4.968

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 31 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 88 number of registered child places is 17.6, which has been reached with 31 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Sam

Sam

Job Title: Nursery Manager

I began my Bright Horizons journey in January 2016 as Room Leader at Active Learning West Hampstead and was promoted to Third in Charge shortly after. I have had experience working in all rooms across the nursery and helping to support room leaders to excel in their roles. I then transferred to Active Learning Crouch End in September 2018 after returning from maternity leave to start a new adventure as Deputy Manager.


I have had experience in many different senior roles such as being Room Leader, Third in Charge and Deputy Manager in other settings. I have also been the Lead SENCO in my past nurseries.


I am passionate about childcare and thrive on providing a safe, educational, home away from home environment where children can learn and develop whilst enjoying their time at nursery. I thoroughly enjoy my interactions with children and will often be found with a group participating in an activity, whilst supporting and motivating my staff team in providing exceptional experiences for the children within our care.


Kashca

Kashca

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2019

My name is Kashca and I am the Deputy Manager of Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields. I began my journey with Bright Horizons in 2019. I am the Designated Safeguarding Lead, Paediatric First Aider, and Nursery SEND Co-Ordinator. I have worked in education for 11 years across both primary and Early Years settings.


I achieved my BA Hons Degree in Education Studies covering areas such as Children’s Thinking Skills and Cognition development to Therapeutic Approaches and how we can support children with Special Educational Needs and disabilities through mediums such as Art and Music.


I thrive working alongside the Local Authority for a great partnership and working alongside other professionals.


I have a passion for developing parent partnerships and strive to ensure children have the best possible starts in their lives and ensure both children and staff are happy whilst they are happy at our nursery.


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