Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

105 Gaynes Park Road, Upminster RM14 2HX
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9.7 64 Reviews
Discover Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool, where their dedicated team of experienced and caring staff is committed to providing exceptional care and education for children from 3 months to 5 years old. Conveniently located with an onsite car park and buggy park, the nursery is just a short distance from Upminster station and Upminster Bridge tube.

Their warm and inviting baby room offers a home-away-from-home environment, where the attentive team carefully mirror your baby’s home routines, creating a smooth and reassuring transition.

In the engaging Toddler Room, young children delight in activities like messy play, building projects, and interactive games, sparking creativity and curiosity. The room also features a dedicated toilet area to help support them with toilet training.

The preschoolers benefit from the exclusive Ready for School Programme, led by a qualified preschool teacher, ensures they develop the skills and confidence needed for their next educational step. The nursery also provide an extra curriculum activity, Boogie Mites, an exciting music and movement session loved by children of all ages, helping them explore the world through rhythm, song, and dance. Additionally, their holiday club is available for added flexibility—ask the nursery manager for more details.

The nursery's expansive, all-weather garden is designed for outdoor exploration, with age-specific areas and free-flow access from classrooms. It’s packed with fun activities and resources that foster learning and development.

While the children are having fun, parents can stay connected to their child’s experiences through the Bright Horizons Family app, which provides regular updates and insights into their progress and daily activities.

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Care Provided by Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • Person in charge
  • Zoe (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 77
  • Total Places for Children
  • 77
  • 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, and 1 week at Christmas

Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (64)

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9.7

Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.723) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool has 64 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The team at Gaynes park are exceptional! The team especially in toddlers are superb. My son has additional support needs and they give me the confidence that he's taken care of whilst there. They give detailed updates when picking up. Go over and beyond to his individual needs and my son is extremely
happy there! It is clean, organised and a happy environment. The kids are always smiling dancing and having a great time playing with their toys.
There is a SENco support system in place, so for those children that do need extra help it's there and it's working. The nursery management team are always quick to respond and keep you up to date.
This nursery truly puts their kids first. It's a home from home. They do lots of seasonal activities to celebrate and create memories. I get lots of arts and crafts to take home as well as potted plants and beeswax following from a bee presentation day! 10/10 most recommended setting.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your amazing review! We're so glad to hear how well your son is supported and thriving with us. Thank you for your recommendation.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is currently in the preschool room and has attended Bright Horizons, Gaynes Park since before her first birthday, so we really know this place well. The outdoor space has plenty of room for the children to run and play, practice riding their tricycles, dig in the mud kitchen and really enjoy
being outside every day. The babies and toddlers have their own dedicated outdoor play area too. The staff are really warm, caring and lovely people and I think it's a real sign of what a positive environment the nursery has that so many have been around for all the years we have been. Children are able to make close and lasting bonds with their caregivers and they feel confident seeing the same loving faces each day. The staff have also seen us through all of the challenges of early childhood, from potty training to learning to play with "kind hands" in an incredibly supportive manner. I wholeheartedly recommend this nursery, as my kids have loved it there every day!

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased your daughter has enjoyed her time at our nursery and that you've appreciated our outdoor spaces and caring staff. Thank you for your recommendation.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are thrilled with this nursery! The child-led approach is fantastic, allowing our little one to explore and develop at her own pace. The activities and toys in both the baby and toddler rooms are engaging, and the outdoor space is great for play. The staff have been incredibly patient and supportive,
especially when our daughter struggled with settling. Their consistent care has helped her grow in confidence and independence. We also appreciate the flexibility with nap times, as it allows our daughter to rest when needed. The nursery app works both ways, enabling us to share updates from home while also staying connected to her day through regular updates from the staff.
The care, healthy meals and welcoming environment make this nursery stand out from others we visited. The team's dedication and genuine commitment is evident and we couldn't be happier with our choice. We highly recommend it to any parent seeking a supportive, enriching and caring environment for their child.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Hello, thank you so much for your positive feedback!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending since December 2021 and I can't fault the place. Her nut allergies are treated seriously, she is thriving there and has lots of friends and loves nursery days.
The food menu is varied and my daughter comes home happy and well fed every day.
The staff are lovely and really
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My only negative point would be the car parking situation. The car park is small and staff only and being opposite a school means the morning drop-off can be an absolute nightmare. I live 5 miles away and so cannot walk my child there and I often have to park 2/3 roads down in the morning to find a space.
Overall, a lovely place for children to be and I would highly recommend.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad your daughter is thriving, enjoys her time here, and feels safe with her allergies. We appreciate your feedback on the parking situation and understand the challenges. Thank you for your recommendation.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend Bright Horizons, Gaynes Park. The Baby's room is light, bright, clean and feels very homely. The outdoor space is covered and has astro-turf so is a safe space to be outdoors. You are allowed into the Baby's room to drop off/collect (being sure to remove shoes or wear shoe covers).
This is lovely as you can watch your child playing and interacting with peers if they don't see you straight away! The staff are welcoming and friendly and provide valuable feedback at the end of the day. You can also access daily updates on naps/nappies/food on the app where staff also share photos of activities and provide updates on your child's development and recommendations for activities they will try next. Security is taken very seriously when allowing people into the property. I can't think of any negative points about this setting! In my experience, it is a special place due to the dedication and hard work of all the staff there.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you've had such a positive experience at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park. It's great to hear you appreciate the environment, daily updates, and our focus on security. Your kind words about our staff mean a lot, and we're glad to be part of your child's journey!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After reviewing several nurseries, I can say that Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool is amazing. The staff are attentive, caring and always happy to give children a cuddle when needed. The baby room has an open-door policy, allowing children to choose to be inside or outside most
of the year as the outdoor space has a covering. The space is arranged as a home living room to allow children to feel at home and quickly and easily adapt to being at nursery. The nursery offers and encourages many settling-in days for as long as the child needs to settle, unlike most nurseries that only offer one or two settle sessions. This really stood out for me as I understood it wasn’t about what was convenient for them but rather what was in the best interests of my child. Management is caring and understanding and I love that the nursery is accommodating to children of all abilities. The staff manage medical conditions/allergies with ease which gives me and other parents in a similar situation peace of mind.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool! Ensuring that all children, regardless of ability, feel welcome and supported is a top priority for us. It's wonderful to hear that our management and staff handle medical conditions and allergies with ease, providing peace of mind for parents. Thank you for choosing us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool is a great place to send your child. My daughter has been there for around two years now, moving from babies to preschool and adores all the staff and has made some great friendships with other children. They are attentive and informative and always
strive to help with any queries you may have. The app is great and it's lovely to see what she gets up to at nursery with ideas to help with learning at home.
The staff are longstanding and highly qualified which gives me peace of mind as a parent.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! It's heartwarming to hear that your daughter has thrived at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool and has built strong relationships with both staff and other children during her time here.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child recently started and has settled in so well. The staff are amazing I would highly recommend this nursery. My child has built up a lot more confidence in such a short time. I am extremely happy I have chosen this nursery for my child to attend.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We're thrilled to hear your child is settling in and thriving at our nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Child joined at 7 months old, been there for 8 weeks. Settling in consisted of a session with my daughter and me there and her key worker and then gradually working up to 2.5 hrs before doing the full days. I was nervous as the room is quite big and it has children 3 months - 2 years. The room works
really well as it creates separate spaces for them to play, sleep and eat. They easily got her to settle and sleep independently which we had been struggling with at home and have respected my breastfeeding boundaries being totally flexible on how much formula I wanted them to offer (so I can breastfeed enough at home) or I can express if to want for them to feed her. I was disappointed that they don't accept the workplace nursery scheme as my employer offers, but I cannot think of a better experience for the little one's' first nursery experience. She is doing well and we are happy. Thank you.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear that your daughter's settling-in process went smoothly and that she's thriving at our nursery. It's great to know that our room setup and approach to settling helped her feel comfortable and independent. Thank you for choosing us!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are so friendly welcoming and so supportive. They’ve helped my son come on leaps and bounds with his development. He is happy whilst in their care.
It’s a great choice for your children to attend. They have great grounds for time spent outside. Covered when in babies or toddlers. I joined
late last year and will keep my son until school.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is a SEN child and has attended Bright Horizons Gaynes Park since she was 1 years old moving from the baby room to the toddler room where she now is. She has been incredibly well cared for by both rooms and sets of staff and has really bonded with key individuals in each of those rooms.
The nursery has gone above and beyond to accommodate her and her needs and we would be lost without that support. Equally, they have been instrumental in raising their concerns and getting her the support she needs outside of nursery too through the various referrals they provided. I cannot recommend this nursery more highly the ladies have really nurtured and cared for my little girl and the SEN staff have been wonderful throughout her time and continue to provide her with the support she needs. She loves going to nursery and I think that says it all.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you so much for your positive feedback and for recommending us!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

For the last year, the staff has been incredibly welcoming, creating a warm and nurturing environment for the children. They have a remarkable way of connecting with the kids and building strong bonds with them, which is evident in how much my daughter loves being there.
I am impressed with how informative
and friendly the staff is, always keeping me updated on my daughter's progress and activities. Under their care, she has made significant progress in every aspect of her development, and I am grateful for the attention they've given her. It's bittersweet knowing that she'll soon be leaving. However, I can't help but feel reassured that they have prepared her exceptionally well for the next step in her transition to primary school. Thank you to the wonderful team at the nursery for making my daughter's time here truly special. I wholeheartedly recommend this nursery to any parent seeking a loving and enriching environment for their child's early education!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bright Horizons, Gaynes Park is a newly refurbished nursery with friendly and caring staff. My daughter attends two days a week and has done for a year. The facilities here are excellent and the staff are very knowledgeable and always on hand to offer help and support. The app is also a great tool to
track your child's progression and see what they have been up to at the nursery.

Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Hi, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear your little one is thriving at our nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son really loves going to this nursery, he has made a lot of friends and is full of enthusiasm. The staff are really friendly and helpful and deal with any enquiries I have made quickly and professionally. The facilities are fantastic and my son undertakes a range of activities, helping him to develop
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My granddaughter attends Gaynes Park Nursery and attends a couple of days a week.
She has settled very well and enjoys her time with the other children and she loves making new friends. It has given her more confidence among other people. The staff are kind and caring towards all the children.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot ask for a better place for my child to be in. I am very grateful to all the teachers who watch over him as he's a very unusual 3-year-old. I would like to give you all a huge thank you, in making my life easier by keeping him clean, changed and so happy, he never wants to leave.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery is wonderful. Leaving your child after maternity leave is not easy, but Bright Horizons made it manageable. The updates I received on the app made this transition so much easier for me, as I could see pictures of her day and find out what she has been eating etc. They look after my daughter
perfectly. Not only is she learning skills I wouldn't be able to teach her myself at home, but she has the best time when she attends and genuinely loves walking into her room and seeing her key person. I feel like she is looked after well, given plenty of time and attention, but also space to explore. I couldn't rate Gaynes Park Day Nursery enough!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son had a wonderful time at Bright Horizons Gaynes Park over the last two years. All staff members were really nice and caring. He has become more organised, sociable, confident, and well-behaved. He enjoyed going to the nursery and came back with many stories to tell us. He misses his friends at
the Preschool so much. We are on holiday abroad at the moment but he keeps asking us to bring him back to the Preschool. He said he would listen better this time. Once we told him that he needs to move on to the big school, he was excited but a bit sad. Million thanks to all of you for being patient and for the hard work you have done for him.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Our son has come on leaps and bounds since joining Bright Horizons Gaynes Park. Every review and meeting showed us that they truly knew our son and that they loved his energetic personality just as much as we did. They listened to any concerns we had about his learning and development and supported
us fully with helping him adjust to the arrival of a new sibling. Our child was happy, safe and looked forward to Nursery every single day. He is now confident and fully prepared for his next stage in education. We recommend Bright Horizons Gaynes Park.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started this nursery when she was 5 months old. As a first time mom, I was not aware of lots of development stages. I was really impressed with how this nursery helped in the overall development of my little one. Staff are lovely and knowledgeable and they know what they are doing. We use
to get regular updates from the nursery on what they are doing and what they are planning to do and how it is going to help in the development of my little one. I have seen my kid grow with this nursery and am 100% satisfied with it. Totally going to recommend them.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.723)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.723) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 12 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 4.944 for Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (136 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 143 Ratings = 4.944

  • 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 4.779 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 12 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 77 number of registered child places is 15.4. 12 Positive Reviews ÷ 15.4 = 0.779

  • 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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Zoe

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2011

Zoe has been at Gaynes Park since 1997, progressing through the leadership journey to become the Nursery Manager in 2011.

Children bring her joy, and she loves watching them learn and grow every day. Her son attended this Bright Horizons nursery before moving on to school.

As a full-time working parent, Zoe understands the challenges parents face when leaving their child in someone else’s care. She empathizes with their feelings and is dedicated to ensuring that children are safe and secure.

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Sarah

Sarah

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Sarah has been working at Gaynes Park since 2016 and has been involved in education and childcare since 2009, gaining experience in both primary schools and nurseries. She achieved her BA (Hons) in Early Years Education in 2012 and has worked within the Early Years sector ever since, progressing from Bank staff to Deputy Manager.

Sarah is extremely passionate about providing exceptional care and education to the children she works with and takes great pride in helping them develop and achieve new milestones. Becoming a mother in 2020 has deepened her understanding of how challenging it can be for parents and babies to be apart for the first time.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool

What is the Age Range of Children that Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool accepts?

Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool Open?

Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool is open: 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.

How many Children does Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool have capacity for?

Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 77 Children.

How far is Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Day Nursery and Preschool to the centre of Upminster?

0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.