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.

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Care Provided by Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool

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

Good to Know

  • 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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Review from Carmen D (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The team at Bright Horizons Crouch End made my daughter’s first four months at nursery as good as they could possibly have been. Despite not being that comfortable away from me before starting at 12m old, she settled in well and after 5-6 weeks no longer cried at drop-off and pick-up. Nowadays, she
naps well and eats well, indicating how happy she is to be there. I’m continually impressed by the breadth of activities the children do. It seems so varied. All elements of their development are catered for - fine and gross motor skills, communication, emotional needs, creativity etc. In four months our toddler has learnt a lot too, demonstrating the care and consideration that the team shows to the children, and the overall learning environment.

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Review from Alan H (Father of Child) published on 12 December 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We are very happy with the care and education that is being delivered at the nursery. Our child is well known by all of the staff and is comfortable with them all. We are pleased with the rate of development and feel that attending this nursery has given us a good start that will hopefully stand us
in good stead when we transition to full-time schooling.

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Review from E M (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started in January 2019 at Crouch End. I have the best feeling as a new mum to be able to leave my little boy within the loving caring environment of Crouch End. They make us feel that we are part of a big family. My little boy will have the opportunities to grow and learn with an excellent team.

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Review from Jessica (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been in this nursery for 15 months, he is in Preschool for the last 4 months, I can strongly say that he absolutely loves it and my husband and I do too!


The staff is great and caring and the nursery has a safe environment. Our son is happy and his social skills and confidence have improved

a lot. They do lots of fun stimulating activities such as cooking, sports, art crafts, French and the academic standards are excellent, our son comes home every day with new words, being able to recognise and to write and read more numbers and letters every day always finding it fun to so do.


Such a fantastic nursery, totally recommend it.


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Review from Alexandra C (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son left preschool this July and I was delighted with his whole experience. The staff were fantastic and really helped to prepare him for school. They really personalised the care they gave him and helped bring him out of his shell. Staff were professional, kind and really know the kids. I'm incredibly
thankful to all the staff who were involved in his care.
Preschool is a real gem in the crown of the nursery and management are great too.

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Review from Kate E (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter was here for two years and was very happy. (We only left because we moved out of the area.) The manager is excellent and the staff are caring and supportive.

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Review from Nicola S (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are very friendly and helpful my son is really enjoying nursery. My son very much enjoys the food and activities provided. The manager is lovely.

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Review from Mirela L (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We really rate Bright Horizons Crouch End! Our son spent just over two years in their care as a full time ‘pupil’ and he has visibly and thoroughly enjoyed his time there and developed into a confident, chatty, friendly little boy in the care of the Bright Horizons staff. This can only be testament
to their gentle care, focused on positive values, such as patience, kindness and thoughtfulness. The nursery has well thought through educational programs and the staff are very creative and dedicated in coming up with new challenges for the children. We felt that Bright Horizons offers them a strong foundation of knowledge and curiosity.
Thank you sincerely to all the staff for their support of our son throughout nursery and preschool!

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Review from Edd D (Father of Child) published on 28 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter went to Bright Horizons Crouch End from the age of 13 months until 3 years. She was extremely happy at the nursery from the very beginning. The staff are kind and attentive, and she formed a very strong bond with many of them. She still speaks of them now.


The facilities are first

rate, in particular, the garden. There are ample toys and activities to keep the children entertained. The days seem well planned, the kids learn lots and have lots of fun. The food is generally very good, although probably could cut back on the biscuits and desserts.


We were very sad to take our daughter out of the nursery, only doing so as we were moving house. We will struggle to find somewhere as good again. Highly recommended.


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Review from Nichola J (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has attended the nursery then the pre-school since he was 14 months old. The care he has received in all of the classes has been excellent. All of the staff really care for the children and form a close bond. I would thoroughly recommend them.

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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending this nursery part-time for almost two years and during this time, I've watched him grow from a timid, shy and clingy little boy to a confident, playful and chatty child. He has felt cared-for and secure at this nursery and talks about his day positively when he's collected.
The staff are friendly and genuinely kind and the range of activities on offer have ensured that my son enjoys coming to nursery - secure in the knowledge that he will have a fun day.

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Review from Josh (Father of Child) published on 19 July 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has had a wonderful time at Bright Horizons Crouch End, where he has built solid, lasting friendships, developed in confidence and maturity, learned a huge amount about the world and, most importantly, had loads of fun doing it. We are extremely grateful to the staff for their attentive attitude
and for building such a loving relationship with our child, and for making his time at nursery such a joy. Thank you!

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Review from Tom H (Father of Child) published on 17 July 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent, safe and friendly. Both of my children really look forward to going each week. Staff are kind, friendly and have struck up warm relationships with our kids.

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Review from Jo-Anna M (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has been at this nursery since I returned back to work when he was 11 months old, 4 years ago. I have always found the nursery to be a safe, happy and stimulating environment with the nursery carers having a strong sense of pride in their work, always striving for the highest standards.
Each room has fantastic array of toys and there is a beautiful large garden. During the past years, my son has had regular opportunities to cook, play football and tennis and participate in fun Spanish and French classes. My son has thoroughly enjoyed his time at Bright Horizons - he has fun every day with loving carers who are also really focused on developing the children educationally as well as their emotional and social confidence. This has been great preparation for school. I cannot thank the teachers and staff enough for all that they have done and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. As much as I am excited for him to start school I will be very sad for him to leave!

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Review from Yuan Yuan X (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started in Toddler 2 when she was 3 and subsequently pre-school at 3 and a half. The manager and staff are absolutely divine and always super helpful. My daughter adores her key-worker in preschool class, it's just simply wonderful to see her becoming such a confident and well-behaved little
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The educational/developmental content taught at preschool class is excellent as well. Overall I am very happy with our experience with the nursery and would highly recommend it to other parents.

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Review from Naela (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot praise this nursery and it's staff enough. It's quite daunting placing your children in the care of strangers, but everyone at Crouch End Nursery has become like family. My children have created wonderful memories and life long friendships there and I couldn't be happier for having chosen this
nursery to care for my babies. Thank you for everything!

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Review from Sophia S (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Bright Horizons from being seven months old and she is now three. The nursery and the staff have played a key part in her development and have helped to raise a confident and outgoing little girl.


The nursery is at the top end price wise but you can understand why. The

staff and the facilities justify the price and the outside space is far superior to any of the other nurseries in the area.


It isn't just the facilities, the staff make the nursery what it is.


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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Crouch End Nursery is the most wonderful, nurturing environment. The staff are kind and caring, they have played an enormous role in my son's development.
I am eternally grateful to the nursery.

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Review from Sara L (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery with great staff. We are all very happy with the nursery!
My son has been in the baby room and toddlers room. We were happy with both rooms although at the beginning, in the baby room, we felt we had to say the same things more than once i.e. allergies. Nevertheless, overall our experience
has been very good.
The only thing I would suggest would be to reduce the number of biscuits/ crackers and substitute with fruit.

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Review from Lucia P (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves the nursery. The staff really know the kids and care for them. The facilities are fantastic and calm, yet they allow for plenty of opportunities for the kids to learn and explore. All the staff, from the cook to the key persons and manager are very friendly and loving and always ready
to help. I recommend Crouch End Nursery and Preschool to all my friends!

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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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Maria

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.


Tanlyne

Tanlyne

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.


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