Bright Horizons Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool

Craylands Lane, Swanscombe, DA10 0LP
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9.9 98 Reviews
  • Bright Horizons Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool, Swanscombe
A spacious nursery in Swanscombe.

The bright and welcoming Swanscombe day nursery provides quality care to children aged 3 months to 5 years. The day nursery and preschool in Swanscombe is located just half a mile from Swanscombe town centre and Swanscombe Railway Station. They have a buggy storage area and an on-site car park to make pick-up and drop-off as convenient for you as possible.

As you step through their doors, you'll feel the warmth of their caring and experienced staff who are dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for your children. Like a second family, the team fosters a sense of belonging and security, making every child feel right at home. They love encouraging your child to explore all of their favourite extracurricular activities. This is why they offer ‘Hartbeeps’ sensory classes and football sessions with the support of a sports coach. There is also a dedicated cookery area, where your child can mix, whip and fold in the cooking club!

To support your child outside of regular nursery hours, they also have a breakfast, after school and holiday club for children aged 3 months to 8 years, where they can participate in a range of fun activities.

Your child will love the large outdoor play area with free-flow access from every room. So no matter your child’s age, they can move freely from the nursery to the sensory garden, playground or natural open space.

The long-standing staff would love to meet you and your child, so book a visit today and they will show you all the nursery has to offer during your own personal tour.

The Nursery is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted as of October 2022.

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Care Provided by Bright Horizons Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Megan (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 35
  • Total Places for Children
  • 134
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-18:30
    Tuesday 07:00-18:30
    Wednesday 07:00-18:30
    Thursday 07:00-18:30
    Friday 07:00-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Bright Horizons Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (98)

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Bright Horizons Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.892) out of 10, based on 32 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool has 98 reviews.

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Review from Sarah C (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I love this nursery and couldn’t recommend it enough. My son has been going here for the last four years and now attends the school clubs. The staff are welcoming, compassionate, caring, fun and professional. My son has developed some strong bonds with the staff here and most importantly developed beautifully
which they hold some responsibility for. The nursery’s facilities are great, it feels safe and fun.

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Review from Kay M (Nanny Carer of Child) published on 9 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A lovely friendly nursery, with caring and supportive staff, which my grandson loves going to. He enjoys his time there and I cannot thank them enough for the support given to us as a family. I will always be truly grateful.

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Review from Angelique S (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When my daughter started, I was very nervous but I was put at ease and the staff are brilliant with her. She is happy to go to nursery every day and is always happy when I pick her up. All staff are welcoming and always greet you at the door.

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Review from Caroline T (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Super impressed with how the nursery staff have been taking care of my child. He is non-verbal but l can tell he enjoys being at Nursery. Staff always polite and asking for clarification where needed.

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Review from Nicola W (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A great range of activities for all the children to do throughout the day. The staff are extremely helpful and always update me on how my daughter has been through the day. Journey books are always available to view. Completely trustworthy staff. Room staff will work with my daughter on anything that
she needs to develop or be more confident doing. Staff are happy for you to call during the day to check if there are any issues and if your child has settled. Would highly recommend this day nursery.

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Review from Teodora B (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is clean and well-staffed, they have lots of things onsite including a big garden, sensory tent, playground etc. My girl loves going there after school and always talks about the fun things she is doing.

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Review from Amy P (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Highly recommend this nursery. My daughter has been here from 9months old and is now 28months old. She has flourished here. The staff have been incredible with her. She has developed so much. They provide so much more than I can at home for her. She loves going to nursery and always has fun with her
friends especially when she gets to go out and play in the garden. The food is always a winner for her and smells delicious in the mornings.
The transitions between rooms has always been very well managed and staff are great at recognising what the individual child needs.
I feel this year is going to be the best for her development and she will especially like the bigger garden to run around in.

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Review from Leonnie B (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My just turned 2yr old twin boys have been going to Swanscombe Nursery for nearly 4 months. It started off quite unsettling for the boys as they had not been looked after by anyone before, so it was quite emotional for us all. The staff have been absolutely fantastic with the boys and myself and I am
so impressed by their professionalism. My boys now walk into their new room into the open arms of their keyworkers which is amazing to see. They have come on leaps and bounds developmentally also which I feel I wasn't able to support myself. The staff are so kind, attentive and personable with the boys and I can tell they really think a lot of each child that goes there. I know I made the right decision by sending my boys to this nursery.

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Review from Maria H (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My girl is three and we just started preschool here. She loved it just from the start. They make an effort for every child to help them feel cared for and to create a safe place to learn and play.

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Review from Raj G (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been attending this nursery since 2017. Every year they have transitioned very well into the various rooms. I’ve been very happy with my child’s progress. Especially in ladybirds where the room leads provide a caring and structured environment. I’m always made aware of anything that may
become an issue well in advance. Also given positive feedback in a timely manner so that I can reinforce this at home. Fully trust the considerate people looking after my child. Thank you for your hard work.

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Review from Georgina G (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

New move into preschool (Ladybirds) and my son hasn't looked back. He comes back exhausted from all the brilliant space in the gardens.

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Review from Ryan P (Father of Child) published on 7 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended the nursery since he was 14 months old so has transitioned from one room to another, the transition was very smooth and very supportive of my child. My son's mother was very nervous about leaving him at nursery and about the transition but the staff reassured her and made the whole
process easy and comforting for both my son and his mum.

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Review from Kerrie C (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

A well-run nursery with lots of open space for the children to play; each room has its own garden as well as the free flow garden. The menu is excellent. My 3-year-old attends now and my eldest also attended the nursery. He’s 7 now and has special needs. When it was becoming apparent he wasn’t developing
as he should be the nursery staff were very helpful and supportive. The main staff dealing with him have now left but the manager is still there and the values and standards remain the same. Finally, my friends pay for wipes and nappies at their nurseries..here everything is included in the monthly fee.

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Review from Darryl F (Father of Child) published on 23 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have 2 children at this nursery, my 4-year-old and 19 month old have attended since they were 1. Everything has always run smoothly, they both really enjoy nursery and I feel that every effort is made to make it an enjoyable learning experience. The only negative has been the high turnover of staff.
I hope this will not continue.

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Review from Matthew T (Father of Child) published on 22 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Leaving my children at nursery for the first time is without doubt one of the hardest things I’ve had to do. You are leaving your children in the care of people you don’t really know having been with them every day since they were born. What has got us through is the amazing staff at this nursery, the
manager has built a team that really genuinely cares and goes above and beyond every single day to make sure our children feel home from home. I have a new found respect for the nursery staff and the job they do. Two staff members, in particular, are some of the most professional and caring people I have had the pleasure to meet. You could not wish for a safer, happier and caring environment for your children.

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Review from Amanda F (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bright horizons Swanscombe is a very warm and friendly nursery. The staff are very kind and caring. My children have both been well supported at the nursery.

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Review from Alesha B (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have had two children in this lovely nursery. The second still currently attends.
Bright Horizons have always been informative and attentive to both the children and my needs. They are not simply babysitters, but make a great effort to know your children and engage with them.
They have a range
of activities, and food/drink offered are healthy and varied.
Kids feel welcomed and safe, which in turn always puts my mind at ease.

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Review from Erika F (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to this nursery since he was 8 months old. He is now nearly two and cannot wait to get out the door to get to nursery two days a week. He has formed very strong connections with his key workers and is growing into a confident little person.
The staff members are very friendly
and accommodating and it is nice to know that my child is in a clean, safe and friendly environment. They try to be flexible with almost everything from nap times to meals and I feel reassured every time I ring just to see how he's doing.
I would definitely recommend this nursery to my friends and people I know.

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Review from Julie A (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to this nursery since he was one and a half. I did check out eight other nurseries before I chose one. He is now 3 and a half years and he loves it there. The staff are very friendly and I've never regretted my decision and even when I have worried about his development, the staff
are always happy to talk to you and give you any advice they can, they do so much with the kids. I’m so happy with Bright Horizons Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool.

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Review from Sophie C (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As parents, we have been incredibly happy with the secure and caring environment the nursery has offered to both children. Our first son now almost 7, started at 2.5 years when we moved to the area. He formed strong bonds with his key workers throughout his time there and frequently asks after them
even now. His experience there has meant he is a happy and socially confident boy, which has benefitted him hugely at Primary School. Our daughter joined the nursery at 8 months and has just turned three. We were nervous about leaving her at such a young age, but the staff instilled confidence in us. She is thriving at the nursery, having formed strong bonds with both the staff and other children. I know during their time at nursery my children are happy and safe.
Meal times are well structured and balanced. The children have daily access to free-flowing outside spaces and take part in a wide range of activities from baking and crafts, to messy play in the mud kitchen. Highly recommended!

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.892)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.892) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Swanscombe 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 32 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 32 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 4.892 for Bright Horizons Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (342 Excellents x 5) + (35 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 380 Ratings = 4.892

  • 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 Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 32 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 134 number of registered child places is 26.8, which has been reached with 32 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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Awards / Recognitions (5)

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2019

Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

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Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2018

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Top 10 Large Nursery Groups 2017

Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

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Meet the Team (2)

Megan

Megan

Job Title: Nursery Manager

I have been involved in the early years sector since 2012, and my journey with Bright Horizons began in 2017. I started my career as a nursery nurse in a sizable nursery back in 2012 and have steadily progressed to become a Nursery Manager. Along the way, I have attained a level 3 diploma in childcare and further education, as well as a level 3 diploma in leadership and management. I am also qualified as a SENDCO, and I am currently pursuing my level 5 diploma in business management.


My role as a Nursery Manager is something I am truly passionate about. My goal is to provide top-notch care and education, creating an inclusive, engaging, and exciting environment where all children can learn and thrive.


Aynsley

Aynsley

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Hi, my name is Aynsley and I am the Nursery Manager.


Since 2015, I have been actively involved in the early years sector, and my journey in this field has been truly fulfilling. Prior to this, I spent six years working in a SEND department, where I had the privilege of working closely with children. Throughout my career, I have consistently sought to enhance my skills and knowledge to better serve the children in my care.


I am proud to hold a level 3 diploma in children's learning and development, as well as a level 3 diploma in leadership and management. These qualifications have been instrumental in shaping my professional growth and allowing me to take on greater responsibilities.


My progression within Bright Horizons has been significant, having started as a bank staff member and now proudly serving as the Deputy Nursery Manager. It's been an incredible journey, and I'm grateful for the opportunities that have come my way.


As the Deputy Nursery Manager, I am deeply passionate about my role and the impact I can make on the lives of children and their families. My primary focus is to provide high-quality childcare with enriching environments that foster learning and growth. One of the ways I achieve this is by mentoring and supporting our dedicated staff, helping them develop their own skills and expertise.


Being a good role model to others is also important to me. I believe that leading by example is a powerful way to inspire positive change and encourage the delivery of high-quality care across the nursery.


I wake up every day with a sense of purpose and dedication to making a difference in the lives of the children we care for. It is a privilege to contribute to their early years' development and create a nurturing space where they can flourish. I am excited about the journey ahead and the continued opportunities to learn, grow, and positively impact the lives of those in my care.


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