Bright Horizons Trafford Day Nursery and Preschool

463 Stretford Road, Manchester M16 9AB
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9.9 109 Reviews
  • Bright Horizons Trafford Day Nursery and Preschool, Manchester
AN OUTSTANDING, DIVERSE NURSERY IN TRAFFORD

You and your child will love this outstanding nursery in Trafford, specifically designed to support your child’s development from the age of 3 months to 5 years.
Set in a vibrant borough of Manchester, the nursery boasts a large garden with plenty of themed spaces for children to improve their motor skills and expand their curiosity. Particular favourites include the mud kitchen, the maths and literacy shed and the sandpit. Each age group also has freeflow access to their own outdoor decking space, encouraging independent exploration.
They give preschoolers extra support and enrichment in subjects such as mathematics, art, reading and writing through an enriching Ready for School programme. This gives every child the opportunity to gain knowledge and confidence to thrive in school and beyond.

Trafford nursery is a culturally diverse setting with staff who speak a variety of home languages alongside English.
Children enjoy learning about the wider world and the traditions and cultures of their friends. They work closely with Trafford SENAS to foster a spirit of inclusion for all children, and hold a Trafford ‘Giving Voice’ award for their work in speech and language.
Trafford Day Nursery and Preschool is easily accessible from local bus routes. They have an onsite car park and buggy storage area to aid with drop-off and pick-up times.
The commitment to extraordinary childcare has been recognised locally, with parents giving them a 5/5 star rating on Google reviews.
They 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.

Care Provided by Bright Horizons Trafford Day Nursery and Preschool

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • Person in charge
  • Emma (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 43
  • Total Places for Children
  • 70
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays, Christmas & New Year

Bright Horizons Trafford Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (109)

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Bright Horizons Trafford Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.859) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Trafford Day Nursery and Preschool has 109 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When we looked for a nursery for our second child, there was not a question that we wanted Bright Horizons as our first place. Our first child loved this nursery, she got a very strong base for Reception. Our second child started here in September 2020 during difficult covid times. We didn’t have a
chance to visit his group before he started but despite this he settled very easily. I was surprised by this but made me very happy. He is happy to go to nursery every day.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son absolutely loves going to Bright Horizons. His speech and language have really improved, and they have definitely contributed to this. They give excellent feedback and make him feel really welcome. Highly recommended.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic staff. My child's education has developed quickly whilst being there, and she thoroughly enjoys being with both staff and children. Even during the pandemic, they have been supportive and ensured the children haven't had to feel too disrupted during this complicated time. I would definitely
recommend if you are wanting caring staff and a good educational start for your child.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son attended a different nursery before and he couldn't settle down for months. After a review we decided to try Bright Horizon at Trafford and this was the best choice we could have made. Very friendly staff - the same for years with lots of advice and time for your child and you if you need it.
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increased our hours to every morning since January 2020. After 6 months my child was saying he wanted to go to "play with friends" each time we were passing the building. They have lots of variations of cooked from scratch food, snacks and desserts daily to fit even the fussiest (no) eaters. Nursery has strict policies which are always the same for everyone so easy to remember and follow to keep everyone safe eg allergy wise.
Also with time we find our child has speaking daily and the amount of support we received is amazing! All our friends are amazed by the progress of our child so in our opinion, even if you don't live locally it is worth the drive! Our second baby will definitely go there as well with no doubt!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Felt secure in allowing our child back to nursery when it was possible after the first lockdown. Staff really friendly and kind and good at keeping you updated with new systems in place because of covid that put your mind at ease.
The nursery came highly recommended by several people and we're really
happy we chose it.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

They are very supportive staff and kind. They are very professional. My son was very good at physical activity but he didn't like to sit and do reading or painting but after September which he has started his nursery he has changed massively and this progress could be the reason of staff being professional.
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are very good at communication and respond to any email straight away.
In general, I am very happy with their service.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son is at this nursery full time and he is thriving under the care of the fantastic staff here. We have been impressed with his language developments and confidence.
He brings home lovely artwork.
He loves to go and see his friends.
We feel relaxed to know that he is being taken good care of
and is happy.
The meals are varied and healthy. He has a good appetite for new foods.
The site itself is easy to get to with good parking facilities.
We always recommend the nursery to friends.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bright Horizons at Trafford Day Nursery and Preschool is a fantastic nursery. My daughter has learning difficulties and I can't express how grateful I am to all the staff who have helped my little girl. Her speech and communication have come on so much since she started. She is so happy when I drop
her off and pick her up which says so much about the nursery. All staff are kind, caring, friendly and very supportive and they are brilliant with both children and parents. I 100% recommend this nursery, they have helped my daughter so much. I'm looking forward to sending my youngest here next year.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery, my son has been there since he was 8-months-old he is now 3 years old. He loves it and I love it, the staff are amazing very attentive and professional. The nursery has a family-like community. Me and my son feel very welcomed.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery with amazing staff. Starting with the manager, always got a smile on her face and very welcoming. My daughter loves her carers so much she hates leaving when I go to pick her up.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one is in the nursery for almost a year now and I can see huge progress since he joined Bright Horizons. I've noticed he became so much more talkative and social. The team is always there ready to help. The baby room which baby is now in is inviting and is changed frequently to engage the
child.
I also get email every week with newsletters to read about activities done in each room and what can be done more with kids at home.
My little one is really happy there and would recommend this nursery to anyone.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have used this nursery for 10 years and have 3 children and a grandchild who have attended. The staff have always been courteous, caring and generally interested in my child. My children have enjoyed coming to nursery and I find they do a lot of activities which are targeted towards my child's interests,
they have all made good progress. My youngest son and granddaughter currently attend this nursery and I feel confident they are well looked after so while I am at work I can focus on doing my job. They keep me well informed and there is always chance to speak to their key person. The only thing I would suggest is the outdoor play area could do with updating but aside from this, the nursery is warm, inviting, welcoming and stimulating.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am happy to say as a parent that since I started taking my two boys to this nursery they have been great.
The nurseries Cleanliness, Hygiene, Safety, Activities, Learning, Care, Management and very organised, up to date with everything is amazing.
The staff are brilliant at their job.
My two
boys enjoy attending Bright Horizons Trafford Day Nursery with a smile.
My experience with them has always been positive.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My youngest is here at the minute and my eldest has just left. This is by far the best nursery in the area. Every member of the team is like an extended part of the family and have helped my girls immeasurably. They’ve nurtured them mentally and helped them progress so much that my girls are very confident.
My eldest transitioned from nursery to discovery and then into reception at school so easily because of the work she was prepared with and my youngest is pretty much ready to follow suit. There is nothing about this nursery that I would say I don’t like. They deserve the commendation of outstanding nursery.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Choosing the right nursery was really important and Trafford Day Nursery is that for my family.
Great overall experience. Detailed tour around the nursery, highly trained nursery staff and an expereinced management team. Settling into the nursery worked well with settling in sessions and a smooth transition.
The nursery room was always inviting, the children greeted by happy staff and activities in the room changed frequently to engage the child.
Information shared with parents is good with regular newsletters emailed home and lots of informative resources in the nursery for parents to use. My child is happy here.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nice pleasant positive learning environment where a diverse collection of children from different cultures, religions all learn together in a great way. Well done.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is very good. My child started about a year ago and is doing exceptionally well. He has got better with his speech and has learnt animals, numbers and is getting better with his alphabet. He has just started toilet training and really enjoys the days he is there with his new friends. The
staff are very helpful as they tent to the children's every need.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at the nursery for 10 months now. The staff are all lovely and I feel my daughter is in very good hands while I’m at work. The outdoor space directly going out from each room is one of the reasons I chose the nursery, and the range of activities in the rooms is helping my daughter
develop well. The food is made fresh on-site and is very nutritious - again another reason I think this nursery is so good.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My grandson has attended since he was 9 months old. In last year he has developed enormously thanks to all educational input and support from staff especially his key worker who has taken time to understands his needs.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has spent a very happy 18 months at the nursery. The staff are brilliant and she’s so excited to tell me about all the activities every day.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.859)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.859) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Trafford 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 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 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 4.859 for Bright Horizons Trafford Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (196 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 227 Ratings = 4.859

  • 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 Trafford Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 19 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 70 number of registered child places is 14, which has been reached with 19 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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Meet the Team (3)

Laura

Laura

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Laura holds a Level 6 qualification in Childhood Studies and a master’s degree in Psychology, reflecting her deep passion for education and child development. With over 24 years of experience in childcare, she has not only gained a wealth of knowledge and expertise but has also developed a warm and nurturing approach to supporting children and their families.


Recently, Laura joined Trafford Nursery, where she is excited to share her extensive experience and bring fresh ideas to the team. She is committed to creating a loving and supportive environment where children can thrive and parents feel confident and reassured. Laura believes in fostering strong relationships with families and understands the importance of working in partnership to ensure every child reaches their full potential.


Outside of work, Laura cherishes quality time with her husband and family, who are her greatest source of joy. She also finds inspiration in reading, which helps her continue learning and growing, both personally and professionally.


Karima

Karima

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2012

Karima began her journey at Bright Horizons as a maternity cover and later transitioned to support the preschool room as a Room Leader. She then progressed to the role of Third in Charge and is now the Deputy Manager.


Over the past 11 years with the Bright Horizons family, Karima has been fortunate to receive support in completing her Childhood Studies qualification, further enriching her skills and knowledge.


Karima has developed a strong passion for working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), which inspired her to pursue additional SEN training and take on the role of Nursery SENCo. She is deeply committed to her role, enjoying the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with families and provide the children with the tailored support they need to thrive.


What Karima loves most about Bright Horizons Trafford is that every day brings something new and exciting.


Chloe

Chloe

Job Title: Third in Charge

Chloe has been working in early years since leaving high school and has been part of the Bright Horizons family for a total of five years. She began her journey as an apprentice, progressing to Room Leader and is now proud to be the Third in Charge at Trafford.


She is a Level 4 qualified practitioner and also holds additional qualifications in supporting children with SEND and safeguarding. During her role as Baby Room Leader, she has had the opportunity to extend her knowledge through various training courses. She is Trafford's ‘Communication Champion’ and ‘Nurture Approach Champion.’ She is passionate about providing a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where children can thrive.


Outside of work, she loves spending time with her husband, family, and friends. She also has a passion for cooking and baking and enjoys trying out new recipes to share with her loved ones.