Bright Horizons Didcot Day Nursery and Preschool

5 Gentian Mews, Harwell, Didcot OX11 6GR
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9.7 109 Reviews
The team look forward to welcoming your little one to the nursery and preschool in Didcot (suitable for children aged 3 months to 5 years old). Your child will be nurtured, educated and entertained by the dedicated team and outdoor play activities including an exciting adventure garden.

Children love exploring the beautiful purpose-built nursery and preschool. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, they have seven individual rooms within the nursery, each one tailored to the children’s age groups, inspiring them to safely explore and follow their own interests. The nursery also has an individual ‘cosy’ sleep room, so your little one can enjoy some quiet rest when they feel the need.

When it’s time for outdoor fun, your little explorer will enjoy the large, all-weather garden with separate age specific areas. They’ll also love discovering the specially designed adventure garden - perfect for inspiring their imaginations.

The team of long-standing staff are excited to welcome you and your family to Didcot Day Nursery and Preschool. Book your personal tour today and come see everything the beautiful nursery has to offer and let them answer any questions you may have.
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Care Provided by Bright Horizons Didcot 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
  • Ellis (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 47
  • Total Places for Children
  • 128
  • 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 & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Bright Horizons Didcot Day Nursery and Preschool

  • All-Inclusive Convenience.
    When hungry tummies rumble, your child can tuck into the yummy delicious, freshly prepared meals and snacks made by the onsite chef. To help families manage those busy mornings, all snacks, wipes, nappies, nappy cream, sun cream, and formula are also provided.

Bright Horizons Didcot Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (109)

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Bright Horizons Didcot Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.702) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Didcot Day Nursery and Preschool has 109 reviews.

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Review from F W (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We have been very happy with the nursery overall, although we have found changes from a corporate level frustrating (e.g. changes to booking patterns and fees). Our son is well cared for, is given nutritious meals (catering very well for allergies), and the activities are engaging and enjoyable for
him. He seems happy and settled and we appreciate the regularity of updates during his days there.

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

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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We've always had very positive experiences with Bright Horizons Didcot Day Nursery. The staff are all friendly and very helpful. They go out of their way to accommodate all the needs of our children. Both of our children have flourished here and always love the staff in the rooms they are in.

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

Thank you for your 5-star review. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive feedback with us.


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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been off poorly for the last 6 weeks and has just started settling back into Acorns. The team have gone above and beyond to learn and cater for her new medical needs. One member of staff especially has made amazing resources for the team and has put a lot of time and effort into sorting
correct paperwork ect. As parents we are extremely grateful. Acorns and the Didcot team have got stuck right in with learning all of my little one's new needs completing training etc and have made my anxiety of leaving her a lot easier. I feel assured that she is in safe, knowledgeable and loving hands when I leave her and she seems to be settling in just great.

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

Thank you for your kind words and review. Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that our team at Didcot has been supportive during your child's recovery.


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Review from Mohammed A (Father of Child) published on 7 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent place for my daughter with professional staff. The facility is well equipped and the staff are friendly and collaborative. It is highly recommended for kids from 1 to 4 years old. Thanks for everything.

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

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


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Review from Shivani J (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nursery has really supported my son throughout his time and he has had some fantastic key persons who really took the time to know him and build a relationship with him. He has been able to enjoy the activities and learn at his own pace.

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

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us your positive feedback. We are thrilled your child has now settled into the nursery and is thriving.


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Review from Jennifer T (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are caring and my son loves it here. He's been at the nursery for 2 years. We've been impressed by the range of activities and the support from the staff with his development. Communication is great and we get plenty of photo updates on the app. Highly recommended.

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

Hello, thank you so much for your positive feedback!


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Review from L B (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I could not be more pleased with the Bright Horizons Didcot Nursery team. We moved from another nursery and have been so happy with what Bright Horizons offer (the staff, the menu, the environment etc). The staff are so welcoming and the nursery is extremely well-run - communication has been excellent
and our child settled in so quickly. She is excited to go into nursery every time we drop her off and she runs into her room without looking back which is lovely to see. A huge thank you to Bright Horizons Didcot!

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

Hello, thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us. Thank you for leaving us a five-star review.


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Review from Sowmya S (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started in May 2023 and she settled down very quickly which was possible due to the lovely staff. I love everything about this nursery, the staff, the facilities and the updates on the app which keeps me at peace while at work knowing my daughter is doing well and enjoying her day.

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

Hi, we are so pleased to hear that you are happy with our nursery. Thank you again for taking the time to leave us your review.


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Review from P Y (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My girl started nursery in February 2021. Since then I have seen a lot of growth and development in her. Her confidence has grown too. She loves to be in the nursery and play around with her friends. Thank you to all the staff members and management team who provide such good care for the children.

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Review from Ellie Q (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has recently started at this nursery and it’s been great. He has been very well looked after through the settling process. I am very happy with the activities put out for the children and the connections between staff and children. The meals are also great, my little boy is a fussy eater,
but seems to be eating the nursery meals really well!
As you walk into the nursery the management team are always very welcoming and bubbly towards my son and me as a parent.

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

Hello, thank you for your 5-star review, we always appreciate hearing from our parents.


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Review from Steph B (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at the nursery for 6 months now and she absolutely loves it! Thanks to the lovely staff she settled very quickly and loves coming in every day. The nursery is very good at keeping parents updated and the communication is brilliant. All the staff are very warm and welcoming and the
facilities for the babies are amazing. They do some wonderful activities which I love to see pictures of on the app Bright Horizons Didcot Day Nursery and Preschool offers, being able to see what my daughter is up to throughout the day.

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

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us feedback. Do let the nursery know if there is anything we can improve?


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Review from Sophie B (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children attend Didcot, Bright Horizons and they have done since they were babies. I viewed quite a few nurseries, but from the second I saw Bright Horizons, I knew this was the one. State-of-the-art facilities, rooms very spacious and a very warm, happy environment. The staff are all amazing,
excellent communication and provide a high level of care. I couldn't ask for a nicer group of people to look after my boys. Management also go out of their way to accommodate and look after you. My eldest has been attending for nearly four years and I will be very sad when he has to leave. Couldn't recommend enough.

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

Bright Horizons, Didcot is a well-organised, caring, fantastic preschool. Parents receive good communication and updates. The children have a wide range of themed activities and crafts. The staff are friendly and attentive to the children's needs.

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Review from S D (Mother of Child) published on 25 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started Bright Horizons Didcot in 2019 at aged 8 months. She has thrived in the setting. Staff are kind and comforting towards her. She has struggled with being left at times, but staff have always managed to reassure her and make her feel at ease.

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

To the manager and team. We wanted to send through our gratitude for organising the graduation for the preschool year of 2022. As one of the few kids who has been through all stages within the nursery and preschool, my son and his friends loved the preparation, the practice and the entire ceremony.
It was excellently coordinated by all members involved. It was impressive to see the photo booths, the decorations, the music playlist and wide range of goodies in the bag! The food spread prepared too was splendid. As parents, we would like to thank all members for their support and effort in making the day memorable. Given the care, consideration and support to all the kids over the past years, the team ought to be applauded for going over and beyond. Many thanks for caring for our young ones, and for giving them a delightful start to their learning journey.

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Review from J C (Father of Child) published on 11 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son is leaving Bright Horizons Didcot this month after 2-3 really good years there. So many of the nursery nurses are so friendly and always have a smile on their faces, greeting the children really positively every day. My only point is that some of the staff are not quite so lively as others but
still pleasant. The nursery really took an interest in his development when he joined which was very different to the nursery he had been at prior and his development really accelerated under that attention. The facilities are great and the daily updates through the app are fantastic so we can see what he is up to day to day. Through a difficult covid period the nursery handled the situation well, which was reassuring. I would highly recommend sending your children here. Thank you to the team

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Review from Nicole C (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot thank Bright Horizons Didcot enough for the way in which they have looked after and cared for our Son. He has thrived during his time with you all and talks so highly of all the staff every day. He thoroughly enjoys his days at pre school and we will both be upset in September when he leaves
for big school. Thank you all so much.

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Review from Gomathi D (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I was very happy with the nursery as the staff are very friendly and responsible. My toddler girl loves to go to nursery every single day, to meet and play with her friends. Her communication has improved a lot and the assessment of her development was very useful.

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Review from Joanna D (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended the nursery for 3 years. We have had a great experience. The staff have always been friendly, approachable, caring and supportive of us and our child. The staff have also remained consistent, which indicates they are happy working at the nursery, this has helped as we have become
closer with the staff and so has our daughter, which has been very helpful during dropping off in the morning. The introduction of the nursery app has been great, this is updated daily with what the children have been doing. They listen to ideas from the children for activities (teddy bears picnic and pyjamas day) being just an example that went down extremely well with our daughter. Communication from the nursery is always prompt, with regular updates and advice.
I would most definitely recommend this nursery to others. The management and room staff have been excellent. Fantastic setting and our daughter has never raised any concerns about attending.

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Review from Justyna L (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff and management are very friendly, helpful and professional and the atmosphere is fantastic! My son has lots of fun activities, which support his development. He is so happy going to nursery. Also, the app is great.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.702)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.702) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Didcot 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 28 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 26 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 4.702 for Bright Horizons Didcot Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (277 Excellents x 5) + (34 Goods x 4) + (16 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (7 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 336 Ratings = 4.702

  • 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 Didcot Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 26 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 128 number of registered child places is 25.6, which has been reached with 26 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 (4)

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 (3)

Ellis

Ellis

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2011

Ellis has worked in childcare for 18 years, gaining extensive experience across a variety of settings with children ranging from birth to 11 years old. She joined the Didcot setting when it opened in September 2018, starting as Deputy Manager. Over the past nine years with Bright Horizons, Ellis has steadily grown and developed, advancing through several leadership roles before becoming Nursery Manager.

In the past six months, Ellis has had the privilege of presenting at the National Nursery Managers Show at both the NEC in Birmingham and the Excel in London. These opportunities allowed her to share her passion for incorporating a sustainability curriculum into early years education. She provided practical ideas to fellow professionals in the industry, finding it deeply rewarding to contribute to such an important conversation and inspire others in the field.

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Olivia

Olivia

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Childcare has been at the heart of Olivia’s journey since leaving sixth form in 2014. Over the years, Olivia has developed her skills and grown her career in early years education, moving from an Early years practitioner to most recently Deputy Manager.

Olivia is passionate about continuous learning, collaboration with families, and building strong, supportive relationships to create the best outcomes for every child. Olivia feels a huge sense of pride to contribute to shaping young lives, supporting them on their unique journeys.

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Hannah

Hannah

Job Title: Third in Charge

Hannah is our Third in Charge. She has worked in childcare since 2012 gaining a variety of experience in different nursery’s and age groups from 3 months old to 5 years. Hannah Transferred to the Didcot Nursery in 2018 and quickly became room leader of the 2-3's room. In May 2019 Hannah became Third in Charge and stepped up to maternity cover Deputy Manger in 2020 and now remains as the Third in Charge for Didcot. In this position, Hannah works closely with the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager to implement high-quality programs, coordinate staff, and maintain a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for all children.

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