Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool

113 Crouch Hill, Haringey, London N8 9QN
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Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery & Preschool is near Crouch Hill overground station and just off the A1201.

They offer care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years and are open from 7.30am – 6.30pm.

The nursery features two large rooms, which gives the children many opportunities to explore. All the facilities are designed with every age group in mind. The well-qualified team of highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced staff work together to provide a well-balanced programme of fun activities and learning experiences, within a carefully planned curriculum with Bright Horizons' unique Ready for School programme.

Fostering an enjoyment of early literacy and maths, with Growing Readers, Writers and Mathematicians Enhancements, helps children to recognise letters, words and numbers in their environment.

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 an Ofsted rating of ‘Good’ (April 2023) for their commitment to high-quality childcare and education.

The team at Crouch End nursery look forward to welcoming you and your little one. The friendly, experienced and highly qualified staff are on hand to conduct a personal nursery tour, 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 Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Person in charge
  • Maria (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 28
  • Total Places for Children
  • 79
  • 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

Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (70)

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Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.882) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool has 70 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been at Bright Horizons for a year now, and our experience has been really positive. He is always welcomed in - indeed all the staff seem to know his name regardless of whether they are in his room. There are plenty of activities, our boy enjoys the food, and the garden in particular is
large, well equipped and a perfect place for an energetic toddler to run and have fun in. Would recommend.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that your son has had such a positive experience with us. It's great to know that he enjoys the activities, food and especially the garden.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool has been brilliant! Especially for a nervous mother leaving her little one all day for the first time, the staff in the baby room are fantastic, they put you at ease, provide updates throughout the day and have special activities each day. Our daughter
has attended since 12 months old and has developed a lot since, learning and playing with her room friends. Would recommend this nursery.

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

Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to have made the transition easier and to see your daughter thriving. We appreciate your recommendation!


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We've had a fantastic experience with Bright Horizons Crouch End, both with our first child and now with our second. Choosing the nursery again was an easy decision for us. The staff are always friendly, attentive and reassuring, making us feel confident that our child is in good hands.
We love knowing
that our child is well cared for and engaged in a variety of activities every day. The new family app is a great addition, allowing us to check in on our son's day, view pictures and see what activities he's participated in. The nursery setting is great and very spacious with a large outdoor space. It was however starting to look a little worn when our first child was leaving but the ongoing refurbishment which was required is already making a positive difference. The nursery always feels busy, so I'm not sure about availability, but based on our experience, we would highly recommend Bright Horizons Crouch End.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review. We're so pleased to hear that you've had a fantastic experience with us for both of your children. It's great to know that our team, activities, and new app have made a positive impact. Thank you for your recommendation.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has attended the nursery for three years and has transitioned from baby to toddler and now to preschool rooms. She has benefitted from the passionate and attentive staff in each room who have worked hard, offer her lots of fun learning opportunities alongside the chance to build her social
skills and make fantastic friendships. The space itself is clean and inviting and the garden area is a huge bonus for our outdoorsy girl. We will miss the nursery when transitioning to reception but would definitely choose it again should we need nursery provision in the future.

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

Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad your daughter has thrived through each transition and enjoyed the learning opportunities and garden. The team will miss her and they'd be happy to welcome you back in the future!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We absolutely love Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool. Our 3-year-old started there just over a year ago and loves it. The staff are all really kind and attentive and so friendly when you go in to pick the kids up. The activities they do are a great mix of educational and fun and the
garden is an amazing space for them to burn off some energy! Management has always been really helpful if we have had any questions and the staff always give feedback at the end of the day at pick up. A lovely nursery!

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

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your experience with Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool has been so positive. Thank you for being a part of our community.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We recently relocated to the area from Australia, where our son (30 months) loved his daycare, and his transition to a new nursery was a worry for us. He absolutely loves Bright Horizons and found educators he felt instantly safe with. They have a consistent staff that's warm and encouraging for kids
which helped our son adjust quickly. Even though he's in a younger room, educators from older rooms know his name and always say good morning to him by name.
The nursery has a large garden out the back that's had investment to make it a great space for kids to explore, with different types of play fostered by the educators to cater to kids who gravitate to different styles.
I'd highly recommend Bright Horizons, Crouch End to any parent wanting a nursery where they can drop their child off in the morning and know that their child has a safe space to grow, learn and thrive.

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

Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us. Thank you for your recommendation.


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The staff are simply wonderful with our daughter. They have taken the time to understand her additional needs and work closely with us to ensure she thrives at nursery. Couldn't recommend Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool enough. Our daughter is a huge fan of the enclosed garden and
sand pit too.

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

Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't recommend this nursery more. Our son has been here since he was 1 when we were nervous, first-time parents handing our child over after a rocky start with another nursery and from the day the manager showed us around and the love she had for the job and kids (they were all hugging her legs
when she entered the room) we knew it was somewhere special.
Our son has been through the baby and toddler rooms so far and every time we have transitioned from one room to another, we have been so sad to leave the team but with a very thoughtful transition we learned to adore the staff and opportunities for growth in the new room. All the staff are incredible, with some key staff (men and women) who have played such important roles for my son at particular times. The team leaders especially are lovely and have helped us, as parents, as well as my son.
He has learnt and grown so much with the team here, his physical development, social skills and speech have just soared starting, he loves it!

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

Thank you for your heartfelt recommendation! We're thrilled to hear that you felt reassured from the start and that our team has supported your son through each transition. It's wonderful to know he has thrived in his development and enjoys his time with us. Your praise for our staff and their impact on both your son and your family means a lot to us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter joined at 6 months old as a part-timer for two days a week. She has been there over a year now and the nursery team are brilliant. It is a well-organised and safe environment that encourages learning in a very friendly and supportive way. The play is varied and encourages development, they
utilise the garden area well and are very good at keeping you up to date with insight and feedback.
We are delighted with the care she gets there and would recommend them to anyone looking for great daycare.

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

Thank you! We're thrilled your daughter has thrived with us. We appreciate your recommendation!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We started our children at Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool in September 2023. Our kids were 1.5 years old and 3 years old. The school is warm and nurturing and our kids are happy to go each day. They eat nutritious meals and the garden is fabulous. The teachers and management are
wonderful.

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

Thank you for your positive feedback! We're delighted to hear that your children are thriving at Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool. It's wonderful that they enjoy coming each day and benefit from nutritious meals and our fabulous garden.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

They are absolutely fantastic. My son used to be very shy, but they worked a lot with us and now he is completely changed; he is able to play with others. We informed them that my son ate very poorly and they spent more energy helping us so that my son would try more types of food. They regularly give
us feedback on how they see my son's development, which is really helpful for us. They don't just do childcare; they are like second parents. I'm happy that we chose them last year, and I wish them the best. My son is starting school in September, but he will miss them and so will I. If you are looking for a nursery, don't look any further; just choose them. I'm sure that they will help you with everything, and your child will be in the best hands.

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

Thank you for your five-star review! We're thrilled to hear how Bright Horizons has helped your son grow socially and overcome challenges. We'll miss him too, and wish him all the best as he starts school.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery is well organised and safe with friendly staff. My 3rd child is at this nursery and my other 2 children went to different settings and this one is the best by far. The communication from the nursery is good with updates on an application daily. The staff does not rotate much and bonds with
the children and is friendly and engaged with my child's development. The food is nutritious and varied and my child is encouraged to try different foods. The manager is amazing, she sorts out a problem as soon as one pops up, clearly communicates, and knows the kids and parents well - I cannot recommend the nursery enough. The kids spend a good deal of time outside in the wonderful garden space and inside there are varied materials to stimulate and educate the kids. My daughter loves going and drop-off is not a problem with staff always available to help.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Crouch End 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

We love the nursery. Our son joined in pre-school and our daughter joined in the baby room (now in toddler 1). All rooms have been excellent. The staff are brilliant and have made such special bonds with our kids. The garden is great - kids love it there. Could not be happier and would highly recommend.

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

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


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We loved Bright Horizons! My son joined from when he was 1 year old and he is 2 years old at the moment. They were very understanding and helpful while I was trying to potty train him at 18 months old. Lovely activities and the app was kept up to date. Beautiful garden too. Love it!

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

Thank you for letting us know how pleased you are with our nursery. Once again, thank you very much for taking the time to review us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery. Teachers, managers and support personnel are caring and loving. It is a safe and nice environment for my child to be. I visited several nurseries and this is where I think there is the best value for money.

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

Hello, thank you for your five star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Sadly we have to leave the nursery but I would like to say our son and we, as his parents, have been really happy with the nursery. The management is really good and they are always available. The staff are really friendly and we feel they really cared for our son. Every day they give us information
about how our son spends the day and it is really reassuring. When we pick him we can go inside and we can see how happy he is playing around. Also, every day he is looking forward to going to nursery, he even knocks on the door impatiently to go inside. That makes me really happy to see.
They organise a lot of activities for them and we enjoy seeing the photos in the application. I feel he is learning while he is having a lot of fun; they stimulate them all the time.
There is also a garden so the kids love being outside!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We've unfortunately had to move on from this nursery, but my daughter loved her time and all of the staff here. The activities seemed to really engage her and taught her a lot. She now has a catalogue of a million songs that she loves to sing at home and lots of new words that she enjoys using. She
ate so well too! The food is delicious for the little ones and really nicely planned out for balance, they have a top chef here! She had a great relationship with many of the staff. They all seem to give each child a lot of attention, care and love, so I felt very comfortable leaving her there at her young age.
The facilities are great, especially the outdoor areas. Will miss taking her here!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter attended this nursery and we couldn't have been happier during her time there. The staff were great and very knowledgeable. The facilities are really clean, spacious and professional.
We were so pleased to see our daughter getting involved in a wide range of activities and she would come
home and sing and say new words all the time! Lastly, the food served to the children is delicious and there's a nice variety of healthy meals, which our daughter loved. The chef is very good and creative. I would highly recommend it.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son started to attend this nursery 15 months ago when he was 9 months old and has been the happiest since then. The staff has been so helpful and caring with him and us! Our son has developed a special relationship with the staff (as well as we did) and made good friends. We will never thank them
enough for their care and support. Also, the activities and the garden are a massive plus! I cannot recommend this nursery enough.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am currently attending Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool with my second child. We were very happy with the care of our first boy so we decided to return. It's a lovely nursery with great outdoor space. The staff is friendly and caring, they plan and offer a range of activities for the children
every day. The management team is supportive and happy to help when needed. We are so pleased with the care that we decided to increase the sessions.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.882)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.882) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Crouch End 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 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 15 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 4.933 for Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (168 Excellents x 5) + (12 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 180 Ratings = 4.933

  • 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 4.949 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 15 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 79 number of registered child places is 15.8. 15 Positive Reviews ÷ 15.8 = 0.949

  • 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 (2)

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Maria

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Maria's journey in childcare began over 25 years ago, and for the past 15 years, she has been part of Bright Horizons, gradually growing into a leadership role.


Since the doors of Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool first opened more than a decade ago, it has been a place where she has dedicated herself to creating a safe, happy, and nurturing environment for children.


She is deeply passionate about her work and believes that every child should feel heard, valued, and supported. Alongside her team and through meaningful experiences, she strives to help children grow into confident and curious individuals.


Outside of work, she is a proud mother to two young boys, and most of her time is spent making memories with them. When she finds a moment for herself, she recharges through music and dance or by planning the next family adventure.


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Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2012

Hi, I've been in working in the childcare sector since 2012 when I studied my level 2 in childcare. At the time I was volunteering in a school nursery which is where my passion for childcare grew. I then went on to do my level 3 as an apprentice at an independent nursery, which then led me to work at an after-school club where I worked with children aged 4-11.


I started with a company now known as Bright Horizons Southgate in 2015 where I spent 3 years as a nursery nurse and worked my way up to room leader in 2018. I then transferred to the Whetstone branch in March 2021 as a third in charge and enjoyed being in that role.


I am now Deputy Manager here at Bright Horizons Crouch End and really enjoying my role.


I really enjoy watching each child grow and develop during their time at Bright Horizons.


Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool

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

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

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

Bright Horizons Crouch End 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 Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool have capacity for?

Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 79 Children.

How far is Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool to the centre of London?

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