Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool

139A Barlowmoor Road, Didsbury, Manchester M20 2DY
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  • Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool, Manchester
A welcoming and 'Outstanding' rated Ofsted nursery in Didsbury.

The Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool is situated just off Barlow Moor Road and is an ideal location for parents commuting to and from Manchester. Providing quality childcare and education, supporting every child’s development from the age of 3 months to 5 years.

Following a recent refurbishment, the nursery has excellent facilities and six qualified teachers working in the nursery. All age groups have access to the outdoors where the garden allows them to be outside on a daily basis. The nursery holds regular activities and events for families throughout the year, including an annual Graduation Ceremony for children leaving the nursery for ‘big School’.

All-inclusive fees mean that you have less to pack on a busy morning, with everything from healthy lunches and snacks to branded nappies and wipes included.

The nursery has been awarded an Ofsted rating of ‘Outstanding’ for their commitment to high quality childcare and education (February 2017).

The team at Didsbury would love to meet you and your little one, so book a visit today and they will show you all the nursery has to offer during your own personal tour.

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Care Provided by Bright Horizons Didsbury 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
  • Angelica (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 45
  • Total Places for Children
  • 80
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (107)

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Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.714) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool has 107 reviews.

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Review from Lily T (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I love this nursery. The staff are amazing and patient! I can't recommend this nursery enough! My son's speech has come along so great and he plays well with other children because staff are very encouraging of his development as well as engaging in group activity. I love all the staff here especially
two staff members in particular, they always smile when I come pick my son up.

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

Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear how much you and your son love the nursery. It's wonderful to know his speech and social skills are thriving!


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Review from Hannah V (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bright Horizons Didsbury is the best nursery I've come across. The care they provide is outstanding. I put my complete trust in the practitioners. Myself and my daughter have built great relationships with them and I am proud to be part of the nursery.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you feel so confident in our care and have built such great relationships with our team.


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Review from L P (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We send our daughter to Toddler 2 and we love it! She has really thrived and developed so much!
We are sending our second daughter here soon and cannot wait to send her.

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

Thank you for your lovely review! We're so happy to hear how much your daughter has thrived. We look forward to welcoming your second daughter soon!


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Review from A B (Father of Child) published on 10 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy with the level of service and care provided by the nursery.

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

Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted you're happy with our care and service.


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Review from K T (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely love the nursery.
All the staff are warm, caring and have my child's best interests at heart.
Couldn't recommend it enough.

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

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you love the nursery and that our staff have made such a positive impact. It means the world to us to know that your child feels cared for and supported. Thank you for your recommendation.


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Review from Danny K (Father of Child) published on 4 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool for almost 3 years and my 11-month-old son has just started, so I have grown to know the nursery and staff pretty well in that time.
I honestly can't think of anywhere else I'd rather my kids went. There's a real community feel
and warmth to it, from the nursery management to the room workers and the support staff.
Our daughter has thrived since day one. She's confident, well-socialised and a happy child. She's stimulated in new ways daily and often surprises us with new skills, words, insights and knowledge. Of course, whenever I ask her what she's done that day all she says is 'played with my friends' but if her takeaway is that she spent the day playing then I'm happy!
What else to say, Communication is great, there's a balanced menu which changes regularly, there's clear thought and planning that goes into the learning side which is delivered in a fun way, and I'm comfortable leaving my children in their hands.
Well done Bright Horizons.

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

Thank you for your lovely review! We're so happy to see your children thrive. It's great to hear they're learning, growing and enjoying their time with us.


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Review from Hamida Z (Grandmother of Child) published on 27 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have found Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool to be an outstanding nursery that is providing my granddaughter with outstanding care. The nursery has a wonderful, pleasant and calm aura. You are treated and greeted on a daily basis with the utmost respect and are made to feel extremely
welcome. The care my granddaughter is receiving is over and beyond my expectations, the staff work closely with the families in order to maintain the outstanding care of each and every child in their care. Confirmed by other parents who I am acquainted with, whose children attend the nursery. I must say it is very rare to find such an amazing nursery. For me, it ticked off all the boxes for a high standard of care.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear that your granddaughter is receiving outstanding care and that you feel so welcomed and supported. We truly appreciate your trust and recommendation.


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Review from Kristen M (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't recommend Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool enough! The staff are superb, learning development plans are clear and engaging.
Our daughter loves nursery which makes it even better for us knowing she is cared for whilst learning.
Toddler room 2 staff are incredible, five-star
review. Management is engaging and brilliant, they know all children's names on welcome and byes in the afternoon.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad your daughter loves nursery and that you're happy with the care and learning she receives. Thank you for recommending us.


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Review from Hannah C (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool is an excellent and welcoming nursery. The activities provided by the team are of a high standard and provide constant educational stimulation. The staff at Didsbury are caring and constantly provide updates about my child's day. Any enquiry is answered
quicky and professionally. There are always staff available to discuss my child's day and progress.

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

Thank you for your 5-star review and for sharing your positive feedback with us!


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Review from Harriet K (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great staff - caring and thoughtful.
Learning - my daughter comes home speaking new words and counting.
Clean and modern facilities.

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

Thank you for your 5-star review and for sharing your positive feedback with us!


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Review from A G (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had two children here for the last five years and are always happy.
Staff are amazing, caring and supportive and we never have any issues. Very happy children and parents.

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

Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy to hear that both of your children have had such positive experiences with us over the years. It's wonderful to know that your children are happy and thriving!


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Review from Rob N (Father of Child) published on 8 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Thrilled at the progress the girls are making in the four months they've been here! Language skills are really coming along.
Big shout out to four members of staff, in particular, for general awesomeness.

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

Your 5-star review is greatly appreciated! We're delighted that your child is loving their time at our nursery.


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Review from Lucy S (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The baby room has been excellent at supporting my son during his settling-in period. The staff are attentive, caring and ensure that my son is happy. The activities are age-appropriate and provide my son with experiences that he won't receive at home. He loves the baby staff and I know that he is safe
and well cared for when at nursery.

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

Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy to hear that your son is settling in well and enjoying the activities.


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Review from Y O (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment my son steps into his room, he is greeted with warm smiles which makes the whole dropping-off process so much easier.
He is happy all the time, the practitioners do such a wonderful job ensuring he is happy and well taken care of.
I feel reassured that he is safe and well looked after.

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

Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear that warm smiles from our team make drop-off easier for you and that your son is happy and well cared for.


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Review from Courtney D (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The settling process has been so enjoyable for both myself and my son. The staff in Baby 1 went above and beyond to make the transition very smooth. Since starting, I had loads of updates and lovely photos on the app which made me feel very reassured.
I couldn't recommend this nursery enough, I have
been so happy with all the team in the room as well as the management team who is also very supportive. My son has settled in really well and he is developing so well.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that both you and your son had an enjoyable settling process and that our Baby 1 team made the transition smooth. Thank you for your recommendation.


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Review from E G (Mother of Child) published on 3 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had a great experience with Bright Horizons Didsbury. They have taken excellent care of our child, with great communication of progress and issues. The facilities are excellent with plenty of activities to keep the children entertained and engaged. We’ve sadly had to leave due to relocation
but will be moving to another nursery within the Bright Horizons family based on our experience with Didsbury.

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

We're thrilled to hear about your great experience at Bright Horizons Didsbury! Thank you for your review.


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Review from Simon T (Father of Child) published on 3 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery - my almost 2-year-old has a great time for her two days a week here. All the staff are lovely and seem to genuinely care and enjoy spending time with the kids. Would definitely recommend.

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

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


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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 1 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been going to Bright Horizons Didsbury from 10 months old and the staff have been fantastic from day one. The room is beautiful and I receive regular photos and updates of the ever-changing activities they participate in. I've noticed a big change in my child's development in a relatively
short time. Highly recommended.

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

Hello, thank you so much for your positive feedback! Thank you for recommending us!


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Review from Lisa B (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has been here for over a year and he loves it. The nursery is friendly and welcoming (especially baby 1 and baby 2). The care they give is fantastic, the setting is great with lovely outdoor space and the food they serve is excellent.
I would highly recommend the nursery. We love it so
much that my 10-week old child has been booked in for when I return to work.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool

Hi, we are so pleased to hear that you are happy with our nursery. Thank you again for taking the time to leave us your review.


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Review from Claire T (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

The experience did not start well. We went to registration and were informed they only had 2 days available (Monday and Friday) and that they only were considering people for full days - no half days were offered. This seems extremely strange. Why offer half days at all, if you aren’t accepting people
who only need half days? So we had no choice but to agree. The month we had the nursery welcome walk-through (March), the next two months had 5 public holidays that all landed on Monday and Friday. Bright Horizons requires payment for all days, even days that land on public holidays and days they use for training or if your child doesn’t attend. Being that this would have been his first months, we didn’t feel it was fair to pay nearly £800/month when he only attends two days a week and because of these holidays, would miss 5 of those days. Do you think it is fair? No exceptions! So we decided to start in June.
During the short one month there my son was bitten 3 times. We don’t recommend.

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

Thank you for taking the time to share feedback on your experience, we are sorry to read about your experience and we will connect with the nursery team to review. We would welcome the opportunity to receive further details about your experience and would kindly ask for you to contact ukcomplaints@brighthorizons.com so we can support you further.


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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.714)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.714) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 20 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 4.714 for Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (204 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) + (11 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 238 Ratings = 4.714

  • 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 Didsbury 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 80 number of registered child places is 16, 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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Angelica

Angelica

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Angelica has worked in childcare for over nine years, with eight of those years spent at Bright Horizons. She is qualified with an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, a Foundation Degree in Early Years Childhood Studies, a BA (Hons) in Early Years Leadership and Management, and is currently completing her dissertation for an MBA in Business Administration (Human Resources). Angelica loves working in the childcare sector and is committed to providing the best start in life for all children in their care. Providing high-quality care and education is her number one priority.


Originally from Venezuela, Angelica has been living in the UK for 11 years. She is married and has three beautiful children. Much of her weekends are filled with the children's clubs, walks, and family meals.


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Ada

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Ada graduated from university in 2019 with a degree in Business and Management, and since then, she has been working in childcare—a field she has always been passionate about.


She finds great joy in watching children grow and develop, which led her to join Bright Horizons in 2022. Since then, she has had the opportunity to work in several of their nurseries, each offering unique experiences that have helped her develop new skills.


Ada holds a Level 3 qualification in childcare, as well as a Level 3 Early Years SENCO qualification, and she has recently begun pursuing a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education. She is deeply committed to providing children with high-quality education and diverse opportunities every day.


Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool

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

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

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

Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

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

Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 80 Children.

How far is Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool to the centre of Manchester?

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

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