Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool

Wilkinson Way, Farnham GU9 9FA
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9.9 77 Reviews
  • Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool, Farnham
Bright Horizons Farnham Day is a beautiful nursey offering outstanding care to children aged 3 months to 5 years.

Located on Wilkinson Way, between David Lloyd Farnham and Farnham Rugby Club, the nursery offers on-site parking and a buggy storage area, ensuring drop-off and pick-up times are as safe and convenient as possible.

They have rooms that are dedicated to all ages, to support your child’s individual development.

The separate baby room for children up to 18 months old offers age-appropriate toys and their own baby garden to explore the outdoors in a safe and fun environment.

In their preschool room, the little explorers are encouraged to be independent while still being guided, and when the time comes for them to join the ready-for-school room, the children will be taught the skills to further support them and their parents with the important transition to school.

The nursery’s garden is a beautiful expansive outdoor area designed for all ages to play in a safe environment with a sheltered sandpit and a climbing frame. The nursery also boasts a cornered off area for their four chickens. The children love patting the friendly chickens and learning how to look after them.

At Bright Horizons they understand the importance of community enrichment and take the children on regular walks to enjoy and become familiar with their local surroundings. They also visit local nursing homes on a fortnightly basis, with youth and wisdom both benefiting and learning from each other.

The team would love to meet you and your family. Book your personal tour today.

Care Provided by Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • Person in charge
  • Tracy (Nursery Manager )
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 40
  • Total Places for Children
  • 99
  • 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 and one week over Christmas

Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (77)

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Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.882) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool has 77 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter absolutely loves Bright Horizons. She was not speaking when she started in the 2-3 room and now she doesn't stop. She has blossomed so much since starting here and I cannot thank the staff enough for all they have done.

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

Thank you for your amazing review! We're so happy to hear how much your daughter has blossomed with us, especially in her communication skills.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We absolutely adore this nursery. Management and the entire team are wonderful. Our youngest son is a live wire and the Bright Horizons Farnham team have been so patient, warm and kind with him. We've been with them since August 2024, 5 days a week, 8am- 5pm, which is a lot for anyone to handle, let
alone being 2/3 years old, and they have been really great in making sure he has enough variety and stimulation to keep him engaged. He gets lots of outdoor time and lots of cuddles. He's come on leaps and bounds since we arrived and loves going to pre-school. They really feel like part of our extended family. I can't recommend them enough.

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

Thank you for your amazing review! We're so glad to hear that your son is thriving at Bright Horizons Farnham. We truly appreciate your recommendation!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has recently joined the nursery, and every single member of staff has gone out of their way to make us feel welcome and part of the Bright Horizons Family. Returning to work, knowing my child loves spending time with the staff has really taken a weight off my shoulders.
I'm looking forward
to seeing them develop throughout their time with the team!

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

Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy to hear that your child is enjoying their time with us and that you feel part of the Bright Horizons family. The team look forward to supporting their growth and development!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nursery has been a really positive experience for our son. Staff care about and know all the children.

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

Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy to hear that your son has had such a positive experience with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't have picked a better nursery for my daughter, she has thrived since joining at 9 months old. She is now coming up 2 and loves her time at BH. The staff could not be more kind and caring, they go out of their way to make you feel comfortable leaving your little one in their hands. Thank you
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Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that your daughter has thrived with us and enjoys her time at Bright Horizons Farnham.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We've had a really positive experience with the nursery. The staff have been very supportive and patient in helping my son settle in and he's now formed a really lovely bond with them. Since starting, his development has come along so much, and we've seen real progress in his confidence and learning
- it's clear he enjoys his time there! I would have no hesitation in recommending this nursery to any parent.

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

Thank you for your kind words! We're so happy to hear your son has settled in well and built such lovely bonds with the team. It's wonderful to see his confidence and learning flourish. We truly appreciate your recommendation!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been at this nursery now since August and we can not thank the nursery team in babies and the management enough. My daughter has just transitioned into a new room, toddlers, and they made it seamless and my daughter is enjoying every day at being at this nursery. I have a great relationship
with the staff in babies room and management and I look forward to building the same great relationship with the toddlers room amazing team.
Everyone is so friendly welcoming and puts you at ease. I love seeing the photos on the app of my daughter's day and the updates on her progress.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear your daughter is enjoying her time in the toddler room and that the transition has been smooth.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter joined the preschool room earlier this year and has settled very quickly. It has been a wonderful experience and she loves it there. The staff are always very cheerful, friendly and caring and the activities that they do with the children every day are outstanding! Really creative and imaginative
things that the children love.
There is a lovely little kitchen for the children to get involved with baking/cooking and the outdoor space and facilities are exceptional.
Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery!

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

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so happy to hear that your daughter has settled in quickly and loves her time in the preschool room. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are thrilled to have your family with us!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have had really positive experiences with the nursery since my son started a month ago. The settling-in sessions were well organised and one member of staff, in particular, made me feel very comfortable with leaving my baby in the care of her and her team.
The app is really useful for documenting
everything about his care, which I find really reassuring. I love that they receive a very varied diet and each day is full of fun activities.
Whenever I drop-off/pick-up, the staff are always very friendly and attentive and the children all look very happy to be there. The nursery is always clean and bright and airy and unless the weather is really terrible, the children always have time outside. I would definitely recommend this nursery.

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

Thank you for your kind words! We're so happy your son has settled in well and that the team, activities and app updates have helped give you peace of mind. We truly appreciate your recommendation!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Generally very pleased with staff and nursery.
Communication between staff, management and parents is great. Everyone is very helpful and caring.
Most importantly, they provide great activities for our daughter, she learns new skills in addition to learning to share and play with other kids. Finally,
their outdoor gardens and even chickens are so welcoming for children to play outside. Overall, very happy so far.

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

Thank you for your great feedback! We're delighted to hear that you're pleased with our communication, activities and outdoor space. It's wonderful to know your daughter is enjoying her time with us and learning so much. We appreciate your support and are happy to have you as part of our nursery family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a father of a child with Special Educational Needs, I am deeply grateful for the exceptional support and care provided by the staff. Their expertise, compassion, and individualised approach have significantly boosted my child’s confidence, social skills, and communication abilities. The inclusive
and nurturing environment has facilitated remarkable progress. Our overall experience has been outstanding.

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

Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that our staff's support and individualised approach have made such a positive impact on your child's confidence and development. It's wonderful to know that the inclusive environment has contributed to their progress. We're grateful for your feedback and pleased to have provided an outstanding experience.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our youngest has recently started at the nursery and our oldest has been there since babies and we would highly recommend. They did have a phase of high staff turnover but the recent consistent management has been a blessing and the nursery has been going from strength to strength. Incredibly friendly
and welcoming staff, wonderful levels of care and detailed handovers. The member of staff who leads the baby room is incredible.
The facilities are wonderful and the activities the staff plan are so engaging and creative - our eldest has excelled socially, creatively and academically with the support from the staff in pre-school and we are confident that they have set him up for the best start for school.
In addition, our child suffers with severe allergies, which makes us incredibly nervous, but the procedures and additional controls put in place to ensure their safety have been exemplary.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled that both of your children have had such positive experiences at Farnham Day Nursery. Thank you for recommending us and for your trust in our nursery!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy with the purpose-built facilities. My daughter is thriving and I can see the development she’s making in their care. The indoor and outdoor activities in the garden. The app is a huge benefit to me as someone who travels to know how my daughter is eating and sleeping, as well as the pictures
to see more about her day. The menus cater to the age group and I’d be quite happy having the dishes I am seeing my daughter eating. The team are friendly and engaged. Security is also well-catered for which reassures me. Special thanks to management.

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

Thank you for your positive feedback! We're thrilled that your daughter is thriving in enjoying the activities in our garden.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough.
2 children have attended since 2021, and my 3rd is about to start. The preschool element has got the kids ready for the next chapter - their academic and social skills have rocketed under the care and guidance of four members of staff in particular, and
their ability to deal with sensitive children/those who have slightly different needs is incredible (One of them - totally amazing) - they flagged immediately my son's speech development and have been supporting him to thrive!
The Tracys who cover the nursery could not be more helpful and no ask is too much as we juggle day-to-day, last-minute changes and even hold the baby so I can have an uninterrupted drop off in the mornings - or the staff who are so friendly and constantly give the kids the most amazing food - they all make it the wonderful place it is!

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

Thank you for your glowing recommendation! We're thrilled that your children have thrived at our nursery since 2021, with one about to join. We're delighted that you find our nursery to be a wonderful place.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter absolutely loves Bright Horizons Farnham. We recently moved into the area and we’re worried about her being unsettled but the staff have been so lovely and welcoming that we haven’t had any issues settling in. The staff always have lovely positive things to report and my daughter can’t wait
to return. Really happy with our choice of setting.

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

Excellent nursery, the staff are so friendly and really care about the children. The outside space is great and there are always planned activities each day for the children to support their learning and independence.

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

The nursery provides outstanding care, and the facilities are well-maintained. The team consistently goes above and beyond to ensure my child has a positive experience, which truly sets them apart from other childcare providers.

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

Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We appreciate your kind words, and hearing from our parents reminds us why we do what we do.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After viewing a couple of nurseries for my daughter, Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool really stood out for me. The pictures did not do it justice.
The space is exceptionally clean and staff are very friendly. I also love that they have clear, visible pictures and names of the staff
at the entrance.
I was also impressed by the security measures they have implemented.
I am kept informed about my daughter’s day through the app and can easily communicate with the carers and nursery manager.
The enrolment process was seamless and quick, though I do feel it should be electronic.
My daughter’s development advanced very quickly and her social skills also improved. Since joining the nursery, she’s learned to feed herself, sing and dance along to her favourite nursery rhymes and also started walking (much quicker than we expected). She is very happy at the nursery and I am even happier knowing my little one is well taken care of while I am at work.

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

Thank you for sharing your experience with Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool! We're delighted to hear that our nursery stood out to you and exceeded your expectations. It's fantastic to know that you find our space exceptionally clean, our staff friendly and our security measures impressive. Thank you for choosing us and for your valuable feedback about the enrollment process!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I, personally, can’t recommend Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool enough, my little boy loves going to nursery, my little boy's favourite thing is outdoor play and their outside area is amazing which he loves to play in every time he’s at nursery. He also has a brilliant bond with a few
of the teachers there.

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

Thank you for your wonderful recommendation! We're thrilled to hear that your son loves coming to Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool. Outdoor play is such an important part of children's development and we're delighted that our outdoor area has become one of his favourite places to play.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I feel like my daughter is looked after very well and is stimulated. All staff are very friendly. My child is always very happy when I pick her up. I feel like I am informed well of her day and listened to when I have any questions or issues.

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

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


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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 Farnham 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 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 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 4.882 for Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (256 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 288 Ratings = 4.882

  • 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 Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 24 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 99 number of registered child places is 19.8, which has been reached with 24 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 (2)

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Job Title: Nursery Manager

Tracy has been working in nurseries for over 20 years across various settings, ensuring that her nurseries operate to the highest standards.


Her passion lies in seeing children thrive in a nurturing and stimulating environment. She is dedicated to supporting parents, providing them with all the information and support they need from their first personal tour at the nursery, and fostering a strong partnership between parents and the nursery from the very beginning. When in the nursery rooms, Tracy loves sharing her passion for reading books and music and enjoys teaching preschoolers new songs and rhymes.


Tracy has two grown-up children, and in her spare time, she enjoys reading and watching musicals.


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Tracy

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Tracy has been with Bright Horizons for over a year, bringing with her over 25 years of experience in childcare and an NNEB qualification. She has taken on various roles, from Nursery Nurse to Senior Manager, motivated by her strong belief in the significance of early years in children's lives and development. Her dedication to creating nurturing environments where children can thrive has been a key aspect of her career in early years education. She takes great joy in observing the developmental milestones children reach through carefully planned activities.


With a zest for life, Tracy firmly believes that childcare should be both fun and educational. Her true passion lies in outdoor activities, where she sees children gaining invaluable experiences from being in nature. Building relationships and supporting her team are among her strengths.


Outside of work, Tracy enjoys building items from reclaimed wood, gardening, cooking, and socialising with friends and family.


Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool

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

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

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

Bright Horizons Farnham 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 Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool have capacity for?

Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 99 Children.

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

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