Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool

18 Abbotswood Common Road, Romsey SO51 0BX
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9.4 46 Reviews
  • Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool, Romsey
Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool boasts large outside spaces and a purpose-built building. The nursery is divided into four areas: Babies; Toddlers; Transition and Preschool.

In their dedicated area upstairs, babies benefit from a private roof garden and sensory room, where they're able to explore freely and safely.

Downstairs, children are encouraged to develop their attachments, communication skills, resilience and independence through a range of carefully selected indoor experiences. Outside they will continue to thrive and explore nature with their extensive mud kitchen, sand pit and garden games.

At the nursery the children have the opportunity for the children to learn through a Froebelian approach focusing on life, knowledge and beauty.

The nursery team takes pride in making links with the local community and are often out and about exploring the world around them. They believe children and adults learn from each other and enrich each other's lives.

Book your personal tour today to discover more about Romsey day nursery and preschool.

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Care Provided by Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sharon (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 27
  • Total Places for Children
  • 66
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 4 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:45-18:00
    Tuesday 07:45-18:00
    Wednesday 07:45-18:00
    Thursday 07:45-18:00
    Friday 07:45-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (46)

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Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.408) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool has 46 reviews.

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Review from L V (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has settled well here and made nice relationships with children and grown-ups. I feel thy take her allergies seriously and we have not had any slip-ups.

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Review from Jennifer R (Mother of Child) published on 18 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Both of our kids have loved this nursery. The staff are caring, fun and always happy to talk to the parents. They do lots of great activities with the children indoors and outdoors, in the large garden area. In preschool, they really work with the children to listen to their ideas and what they would
like to do. In babies, toddlers and nursery there are lots of varied activities that happen throughout the day with love and cuddles in abundance. Facilities are good, purpose-built. Food is made on-site and kids enjoy it. The only downside has been the lack of air conditioning inside during the hot summer months (lots of fans made it bearable in the height of heat) and minimal shade in the garden.

Reply from Amy Quayle, Marketing Manager at Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback of your experience at our Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool. We are pleased to read that your children have really enjoyed their time at the setting and appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, we value the feedback that families share with our teams and will ensure that your feedback is shared with the relevant teams to keep in mind moving forward.


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Review from R P (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my daughters go to Bright Horizons, Romsey and they love it. My eldest daughter is in the nursery room and she's always very excited to see the team and tell them what she's been up to. She always comes home filthy (a sign of a fantastic day!)! My youngest joined at 8 months old and I received
the best support from the baby room with this transition. More recently, she has moved down to the toddler room where she's loving her day and is always happy and content. All the staff are supportive of their needs and put their all into everything they do! My eldest moves into preschool soon and she's already talking about it and what she's going to get up to! Thank you, team Romsey.

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Review from Benjamin B (Father of Child) published on 17 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic, from drop off to collection. From pick-up, we are welcomed with a smile and a happy start to the day. Every day our child is entertained and fulfilled and always tells us lots about their day.

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Review from Sharlene M (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My toddler loves going to this nursery. The staff are all so friendly and helpful and I know my son is in great hands when I go off to work and leave him in their care. My son eats and sleeps well there and I'm confident that he is content and happy.

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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everyone is lovely. Completely happy with everything. My child settled beautifully and enjoys her time there. The staff have been great, they have taken the time to get to know my child and are always kind. I would highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from Sophie H (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing care from staff, lots of updates via pictures etc, my son has a lovely time here, clean environment with plenty for him to do, have helped me with weaning him and his development. Would recommend to anyone thinking of sending their children here.

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Review from Sophie M (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

There are not enough words to describe how brilliant this nursery have been with my child. She's attended full-time since she was 10 months old and she's now 3 years old. The staff are professional, knowledgeable and friendly, but above all else, so caring. In each room she has been in she's been looked
after by the most fabulous team. They are always there to listen and offer advice and give daily feedback on how she is doing - nothing is ever too much trouble for them. The activities are fun, but also educational. She never has any complaints about the food either (and she's a fussy eater at home). I would not hesitate to recommend these guys. A big shout out to the deputy manager, who is always there to greet us with a smile, every day!

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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care of our son. He comes home so happy from nursery, every day. We are so pleased with Bright Horizons, Romsey and would highly recommend the nursery to all. Thank you to all the wonderful staff!

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Review from Craig S (Father of Child) published on 7 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are really impressed with everyone at Bright Horizons. All the staff have such a lovely relationship with our boys and they absolutely love coming to nursery/preschool. Can't thank them enough.

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Review from S L (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been part of the Bright Horizons family for three years. My two girls have been here from babies through to preschoolers and love coming to nursery. The staff are very friendly and the resources are great. We would highly recommend.

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Review from Ben H (Father of Child) published on 7 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We had two boys attend the Romsey site and they would always arrive and leave with a smile, which always gave us confidence they were getting the focus, support and entertainment they needed. The staff here always put the needs of our child first.

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Review from Chris S (Father of Child) published on 17 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my daughters love going to Bright Horizons Romsey. They really look forward to it. The staff have always been amazing, and have been outstanding during the pandemic. Always friendly and ready to help.

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Review from B S (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have two boys that attend Yellow Dot Romsey and I think it's fantastic. The staff are friendly and caring. Everyone is exceedingly helpful regarding queries or issues that arise. Everyone is amazing with the boys when they are unsettled in the morning and throughout the day. One of the best things
I can say is the boys come home filthy which for me means they've had a great day.

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Review from Ali F (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Transition room is excellent for our son. Very kind and helpful and they encourage him in every step he takes. They also support me in his development, I appreciate this. He enjoys coming to nursery and this is because of the excellent effort his keyworker and the staff make. We are very pleased, thank
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Review from Helen D (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic! my daughter was very shy and nervous when she joined the nursery. Through the care and fantastic teaching and attention she has received here she has absolutely thrived, she has grown so much and become confident and that is thanks to all those who have cared for her in transition. Huge thank
you top all. They make her and my day easier.

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Review from Sarah M (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy with how my daughter gets on in the transition room. She is very confident and happy at nursery. The staff interact very well with her (from what I see at drop-off and pick-up) and she really enjoys their company. She talks about them and play's nurseries at home. Staff are also good
at conveying info at the end of the day. Although I obviously think staff need to concentrate on daily activities and care of the children, I would also like a few more tapestry updates (I get 1 a month on average).

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Review from Nicholas M (Father of Child) published on 31 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I find the staff very friendly, my son seems to love coming and enjoys the activities and learns a lot, overall I find the nursery very welcoming.

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Review from Shaun H (Father of Child) published on 31 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are very happy with everything. Our daughter is very happy here. All the staff in transition are brilliant, beautiful and funny.

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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We as a family love Yellow Dot Romsey, from the very beginning all the staff have been fantastic. Really easy to talk to and the children get on with all of the grown-ups. We love the nursery as a building as well and think the open space downstairs is great so different ages can mix nicely. Thank you.

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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.408)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.408) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 10 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 4.650 for Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (81 Excellents x 5) + (36 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 120 Ratings = 4.65

  • 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 4.758 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 10 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 66 number of registered child places is 13.2. 10 Positive Reviews ÷ 13.2 = 0.758

  • 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)

Sharon

Sharon

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2020

My name is Sharon Hillier and I have worked for Bright Horizons for 22 years. Over the years I have been building my career from Nursery Assistant to Deputy Manager where I joined Romsey Nursery in July 2020. Now I have had the opportunity to progress to Manager at Romsey. I am passionate about creating safe and stimulating environments for the children in our care and providing them with the right experiences and resources to see what they can achieve. I enjoy new challenges meeting new families creating relationships with them, and maintaining good relationships with all children and parents.


Helen

Helen

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2020

My name is Helen Allen and I have worked in childcare for 11 years and Bright Horizons for 7 years. I started as a Room Leader and have progressed to Deputy Manager recently. I joined Romsey Nursery in August 2020, where I share the vision of the nursery to deliver high-quality experiences through fun, enriching and stimulating activities for the children as well as having a strong parent partnership.


I have experience working with children of all ages and am passionate about supporting children with their development in all areas, I have also supported children with additional needs and I was fortunate enough to be a SENCO in a previous setting which enabled me to enhance my practice further. I work closely with our nursery SENCO to ensure we are meeting the needs of all children within our care.


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