Bright Horizons Maidstone Turkey Mill Day Nursery and Preschool

Turkey Mill, Ashford Road, Maidstone ME14 5SF
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Bright Horizons Maidstone Turkey Mill Day Nursery and Preschool is an eco-friendly facility designed for children aged 3 months to 5 years.

It holds the Green Flag award for eco-friendly practices and teach children the importance of biodiversity, recycling, and healthy living through dedicated eco-code.

The approach encourages children to be mindful of their environment and make resourceful choices.

Conveniently located near Maidstone on the A20, with close links to Mote Park and Maidstone town centre, the nursery offers on-site parking and a buggy park to make drop-offs and pick-ups easier.

It is also within proximity to Maidstone West Station, with excellent connections to London.

The all-weather garden provides free-flow access from each room, allowing children to explore the outdoors daily. The garden is full of learning opportunities that connect children to nature and stimulate their senses.

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Care Provided by Bright Horizons Maidstone Turkey Mill Day Nursery and Preschool

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Luci (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 30
  • Total Places for Children
  • 96
  • 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 Maidstone Turkey Mill Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (104)

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Bright Horizons Maidstone Turkey Mill Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.627) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Maidstone Turkey Mill Day Nursery and Preschool has 104 reviews.

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Review from Jennifer (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been attending Bright Horizons Turkey Mill since they were 9 months old and now in the pre-school room. I was recommended by a friend and have recommended it to others too. The building and facilities are perfect, purpose-built with security in mind too, large light spaces with access straight
to designated gardens for each room. The location is easy for pick up and drop off with plenty of room for cars and away from the busy town centre. The staff completely put child and parents at ease, building great relationships with the children and families and always remaining professional. They seem genuinely interested in the children’s development and enjoy their different personalities. They have adapted well with the pandemic and safety procedures, as well as smoothly facilitating my child’s transition from the toddler to nursery room recently.

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Review from Louise T (Mother of Child) published on 12 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son attended nursery here and now my daughter does and for the last couple if months the staff have remained positive and proactive about establishing good routines to provide the children with a semblance of normality in these crazy times. My daughter thoroughly enjoys attending and despite the
pandemic, I am so glad that she is in the toddler room developing her social and cognitive skills. Despite all having personal circumstances which make this pandemic threatening in different ways, the nursery staff are always positive, helpful and I feel comfortable and confident handing my daughter over to their care. These nursery workers are the unsung heroes of the pandemic and I couldn't recommend Turkey Mill more; thank you for everything!

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Review from Sophie B (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have one child in the baby room and another in the pre-school room. Both appear to love attending and get excited each morning we pull up. Our oldest talks really fondly of the staff and getting to do lots of singing and playing outside. The staff have managed the communication around the current
pandemic restrictions really well and they all appear to be working really hard to create a safe environment as close to normality as possible.

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Review from Danielle B (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son loves going to this nursery and goes in without a second glance. It is such a warm and caring environment. All the staff are brilliant, and he is thriving in their care. He has had amazing experiences in the baby room, toddler room and now pre-school. I will be very sad when he leaves and starts
school next September.

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Review from Joely B (Mother of Child) published on 23 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It was always a daunting decision having to choose a nursery for my son when he was only 13 months old, but he has been attending Bright Horizons at Turkey Mill for 3 years now and is so happy and content. The nursery staff are attentive and engaging and they have nurtured him, as I have, to be a confident,
sociable and caring little boy. I am forever astonished at the variety of activities the staff plan for the children, understanding that this organisation is often done by staff during their own time, and I love how they encourage the children to tackle everything with gusto and to enjoy getting wet or mucky. I am so thankful for having discovered Bright Horizons Turkey Mill as I know the staff have a natural desire to work together to provide the best care they can for their children, instilling the skills and behaviours vital to transition to primary school and beyond. This is a fabulous nursery.

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Review from Gavin B (Father of Child) published on 23 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son is always eager to get to nursery in the morning and see his friends and the staff. We are satisfied that he always receives the best care and is kept busy and active. Family and friends have always commented on how adept he is at using a knife and fork, and from a very young age too - we believe
this has emanated from the 'social scene' that is set at nursery, which in turn has made him a good eater which pleases us immensely! Our son's experience of nursery has been very positive, he is chatty, outgoing, expressive, inquisitive and very very happy. We couldn't have wished for more. The staff are superb.

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Review from Louise T (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been attending Bright Horizons for a few months now. The staff have really helped him to settle in and have got to know him well. The communication with parents is very good. The activities they do are varied and engaging. Our son started the nursery during covid restrictions but they have
done everything they can to help him (and us) to settle in.

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Review from Chloe H (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely delighted with this nursery.
My son loves his time here playing, learning and socialising. The staff are always welcoming, caring and well organised and they go above and beyond at every opportunity. The indoor and outdoor facilities are excellent and my son especially enjoys activities
in the garden. This is a really caring, positive, educational, well run and safe environment.

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Review from Richard W (Father of Child) published on 5 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery recently had an unforeseen issue that means that it had to be temporarily closed. The staff worked tirelessly to make sure parents were informed and that alternative nursery spaces were provided for the children. This came as no great surprise as the staff there have always been nothing
short of wonderful!

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Review from Enya O (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a wonderful nursery. Staff are well trained, kind and considerate. When kids misbehave they are patient and firm. My daughter was very happy here and I always feel safe and secure when I drop her off. I knew that they would take really good care of her. The standard of education is impressive.
My daughter made a wooden box using a hammer and nails.

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Review from KC (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started in the baby room in this nursery in September 2018. The staff were very welcoming and friendly, and can obviously see how much they care for the children. My daughter has never had any tears going into the room, and every time I pick her up she is happy and smiling, and smiles every
time we pull up in the mornings. It is a large room and well equipped, she has always done something new when I collect her. The nursery always stays in good contact with the parents, and are very approachable. Couldn't recommend Turkey Mill any more!

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Review from Kieran C (Father of Child) published on 20 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl is in baby room in this nursery and I couldn't be happier with how she is cared for and the nursery overall. My little girl has needed a lot of extra care as she has been in and out of hospital in the past few months, and the staff couldn't have made me feel any better about leaving her
in their care. They have ensured all her needs are met. She is always very happy to go into nursery and is clean, happy, well fed when I collect her. I enjoy to hear of all the different things she has done that day, and the staff are very easy to talk too. Thank you Bright Horizons.

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Review from Kitti N (Mother of Child) published on 14 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I am absolutely happy with everything. My little one is more comfortable in there. The staff are very helpful and they help my little one with building up his English language.

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Review from Hannah B (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at this nursery in April. The staff have been amazing and didn't rush his settling in period to prepare him for full time care. My son has come on leaps and bounds since starting. He is well cared for and runs straight into nursery. The toddler room/outside space is great.

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Review from Hannah G (Mother of Child) published on 4 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has only been attending nursery for the last 3 months, 1 day a week and it is the best decision we made for her. She absolutely loves the staff and thrives here, it is the best feeling seeing her confidence and independence grow week after week. All of the staff are so lovely and genuinely
care about the children's welfare and wellbeing. Having initially being nervous and reluctant for my daughter to go to nursery. I .know it is the best thing we've done for her development. Thank you Bright Horizons.

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Review from Alice S (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 12-month-old son has been attending full time for two weeks and we are really pleased with how the settling in period is going. All the ladies in the Baby Room are lovely and my son's key-worker could not be more accommodating and supportive. My son is already coping well with his new routine and
it is down to the hard work, patience, knowledge and care of the lovely staff at Turkey Mill.

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Review from Zoe S (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I love this nursery, the staff are so welcoming and knowledgable. My son has definitely flourished here and become much more confident. The staff really love the children and my son loves playing and learning with them. The outside space is wonderful and I love the fact my little boy can play outside
whenever the weather permits as well as do some gardening (watering and digging), which he loves.

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Review from N B (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son loves coming to nursery. Staff are always friendly and informative providing me with a full account of his day. It is a positive environment, clean and I feel confident the care is of the highest quality. The activities are fun and educational and I really like the weekly newsletter which makes
parents really involved in the nursery.

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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very happy with my son's nursery room. His key worker is always present and will provide a full detailed report of what he has been up to for the day. All the staff are welcoming and polite. My son is comfortable and happy to interact with other staff within the baby room, he enjoys playing outside
of which I am happy to see the staff encourage. There are always lots of toys and sensory equipment to help further develop motor and social skills. The baby room is always clean.

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Review from Anne (Mother of Child) published on 9 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What an amazing nursery, the kids have such a great day here with the staff educating children through play.


Keep up the good work, you're all doing amazing.


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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.627)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.627) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Maidstone Turkey Mill Day Nursery and Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 28 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 4.627 for Bright Horizons Maidstone Turkey Mill Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (264 Excellents x 5) + (69 Goods x 4) + (16 Satisfactorys x 3) + (7 Poors x 2) + (3 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 359 Ratings = 4.627

  • 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 Maidstone Turkey Mill Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 28 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 96 number of registered child places is 19.2, which has been reached with 28 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 (10)

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2019

Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

Date: Tuesday 30 Apr 2019 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2018

Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

Date: Thursday 01 Mar 2018 More details

Top 10 Large Nursery Groups 2017

Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

Date: Wednesday 01 Mar 2017 More details

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Meet the Team (2)

Taiya

Taiya

Job Title: Nursery Manager

I passed my BTEC level 3 diploma in Nursery nursing in 1995 and have worked in the early year's sector for 22 years. I also have a Level 3 in adult education, management, training and mentoring.


Where have I come from?


I was a Children’s Service Manager for Nuffield Health from 1998 to 2019, I managed the nursery, creche, afterschool clubs and holiday camps. I delivered training for the other 12 nurseries within the company and supported the opening of new nurseries within the business. I have worked with Kent County Council in their Early Help, this role was supporting vulnerable families and children.


My Family and home life


I live with my husband, 2 boys and my 3rd child, Trigger the dog.


I was raised in Bromley, and when I had my children, I moved to the Maidstone.


What is my passion?


I have 2 passions; my main passion is my boys and their dedication to becoming the next professional footballer, I attend training and matches come rain or shine, and I even know the offside rule! My other passion is early years and providing every child with the best opportunities to build a foundation to achieve.


You never would have guessed but...


My Grandparents bought me a tortoise when I was 2 years old, Tabatha the tortoise is now 43 years old.


Tracy

Tracy

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2014

I started my childcare career in 2014, joining Bright Horizons as part of the bank team. My journey has taken me through the completion of my Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification and provided the opportunity to work across all age groups broadening my theoretical and practical knowledge and experience.


I am passionate to provide the best care and quality of education for children. I enjoy watching each of them grow and develop and feel privileged to be able to share in their achievements.


In my own time, I like to read and I also run.


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