Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool

82 Palmerston Road, Buckhurst Hill, IG9 5LG
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Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool cares for children aged from three months to five-years-old. The spacious nursery has light and airy rooms with a home-from-home feel that helps children to transition from home to nursery with ease.

Children grow in confidence at the nursery and learn new skills with the support of trained and caring staff. Staff are attentive to children's needs and give them the chance to learn through child-led play.

Children enjoy exploring outdoors in the garden. Preschoolers and toddlers have free flow access to their garden. The water wall and cosy wooden tepee are firm garden favourites.

Children benefit from healthy, well balanced and nutritious meals.
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Care Provided by Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • Person in charge
  • Tiffany (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 20
  • Total Places for Children
  • 90
  • 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

Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (19)

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Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 10 (9.952) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool has 19 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We've had a great experience with the nursery so far. Our son started when he was 10 months and we have seen him flourish in that time (he is now 19 months). We get a sense that the nursery staff genuinely care for the children and they provide a stimulating environment in which they can grow. I would
highly recommend the nursery.

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

Thank you for your lovely review! We're so happy to hear your son has flourished with us and that you feel our staff genuinely cares for him. Thank you for your recommendation.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Clean and cosy rooms with the best teachers. My daughter has had a long settling because she is very attached of me and she is breast feeding, but the teachers have done a very good job and after 3 months she loves to go there, she started to eat well, to walk and to say words, the things she has refused
to do at home.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that your daughter is thriving and enjoying her time with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After researching nurseries for my son, Bright horizon Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool was the first choice from the moment I stepped into the building. The staff are super friendly and my son's key worker is amazing! Since working with her, he has come out of his shell and really loves exploring.
The atmosphere at the nursery is amazing and I cannot fault them.

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

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you felt confident choosing us and that your son is thriving with his key worker. It's great to know he's enjoying exploring and that the atmosphere here has made such a positive impact.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are all very friendly and supportive. I cannot thank them more for their hard work and dedication. It's great that they have recruited more staff and I'm pleased with how my children are developing now. My only request would be for children to be moved to the next class if the child is showing
that they need more advanced input instead of waiting for the child to turn a certain age before progressing to the next room.

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

Thank you for your kind review and feedback! We're delighted to hear you're pleased with your children's development and our team's support.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely love this nursery for my son, he is so happy there with all the fascinating activities which he would never be able to do if he was at home. I am always amazed at all the ideas the staff come up with each day for the children to play with, it's the best kind of sensory overload using all-natural
products. All the staff there take such good care of my son, I know he is well cared for and since he started 6 months ago his speech and development have really come along. Couldn't praise this nursery enough, it's also very clean, and has lots of variety with the meals giving my son a lot of healthy nutrients.

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

Thank you for your 5-star review and for sharing your positive feedback with us! We're delighted your son is thriving and enjoying the creative activities, healthy meals and care we provide.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot sing the praises of all the staff at Bright Horizon Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool enough. These trained professionals care so diligently for the young children in their care. My daughter joined this nursery in July, as a first time mum returning to work, leaving my 9 month old in
the care of strangers was so overwhelming. But, the manager and her staff went above and beyond to settle her in and put me at ease. My daughter has additional needs and there's nothing these ladies won't do to support me and her, they grasp any opportunity to learn more about her needs and make sure all the staff are aware and trained. My baby girl is so happy there and thriving, her development has come on leaps and bounds thanks to this wonderful team of professionals. Their care and kindness to my baby and me leaves me speechless. I am so grateful to have found this nursery.

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

Thank you for your kind words about our team at Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill. We're delighted to hear your daughter is thriving and happy and we truly value the trust you've placed in our team. Thank you for letting us be part of her journey.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so happy with our choice of this nursery. We saw several nurseries having just moved to the area and immediately had a good feeling about the nursery and staff, as did our son as he was reaching to be held by the staff on our tour! Our son is thriving in this environment and we can see the positives
it makes to his development at home. The staff care for the children greatly and they really get to know and understand the children individually. Communication is great and everyone is friendly and helpful.

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

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you and your son had such a positive first impression and that he is thriving with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery works very hard to look after the children and does an amazing job of looking after my son, he loves to come and play and has learnt so much already. The staff are kind and friendly, my child always looks forward to going to nursery! Keep being amazing.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill 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

My child started just before he turned 8 months and as a first time parent, I was so nervous to start him at nursery. The team at Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool are amazing! Not just the practitioners in my child's room but across the whole setting. I felt welcome as soon as
I stepped foot into the building and my son and I were acknowledged by everyone in every room. The ladies in the baby room really do adore my son and it feels like home from home for him. The management team are strong and the manager is the best in the game! Her knowledge and attitude is outstanding and you see the reflection of her practice, around the nursery as the team is strong and the practice flows throughout. I couldn't recommend Buckhurst Hill enough and it's evident that my child is being looked after and taught well as he has learnt so much within four months.

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

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you and your son feel so welcome and supported at Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill. It's wonderful to know that our team has created a home-from-home environment where he is thriving and learning so much.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ever since our son started Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill in April, he has come out of his shell and developed in so many ways. The staff are all so welcoming and have become mine and my husband's friends and we feel so safe leaving him there. Our son's key worker is incredible and she's helped him
develop his speaking and behaviour and she works with him each week and he is excited to see her when he comes in! All the staff members in his room love and care for all the children and I see the dedication they put in week in week out!
We can not thank the team at Buckhurst Hill enough, we love reading your weekly newsletters to see what they have been up to and what's to come for them!

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

Hello, Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We're thrilled to hear your child is settling in and thriving at our nursery.


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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 we couldn't be happier. We have noticed improvements in his development and his confidence since attending. All the staff is friendly and his key worker has been fantastic. They are always engaging in fun activities and our son comes home with a
big smile on his face.

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

My son started nursery in March and loves it! Things I love about Buckhurst Hill:
Staff - amazing people work here, who clearly love their jobs and the children. Every staff member knows the name of every child - reassuring from a safety perspective. All the ladies in my son's room are genuinely happy
to see him each day. Management are hands-on and frequently helping to care for the children.
Safeguarding - in the first week of my little one starting, I was stopped at the door by a member of staff whom I hadn't met before. I waited until she found a member of the team from my son's room to verify I was who I said I was. It's reassuring the staff take safeguarding seriously.
Nutrition - my little one has some special dietary needs, which are well-catered for by the chef. Food is interesting and varied.
Activities - the little ones are always trying new activities the variety of which I couldn't dream of recreating at home! They are often in the garden, exploring the outdoors.

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

I'm delighted to hear that your son is thriving at Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Nursery! The dedicated staff, focus on safeguarding, and attention to special dietary needs are all commendable. Thank you for your review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has been going to the nursery for nearly a year. His development has been amazing since he started the nursery. Everyone is so polite, kind, caring and friendly. The nursery feels like a second home for us and our little boy. He is excited to go to nursery and has learnt a lot. Thank you
for keeping our little one safe and making him smile every day.

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

Our son has been at the nursery since it opened. We moved our son from another nursery and within one week there was a difference, he was much happier and learning new things. He loves getting up and going in the morning. We, as parents, couldn’t ask for better, the staff are amazing, they always have
time to talk, give advice and guidance on our children. Our daughter was with the manager ten years ago and she did the same fantastic job with her and she and her staff are doing with our son. Would definitely recommend this nursery.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I'm very happy with the education my son receives at Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Nursery!
This nursery is incredible, my son has attended this nursery and has progressed wonderfully at this nursery. Many thanks for all your hard work, love, dedication, and patience with the children!
All of the
staff are so nurturing and supportive and they provide him with so much care, attention and positivity. Thank you to the manager and to the teachers, you are the best!
I would highly recommend Brighten Horizons to anyone looking for a nursery in the area and I feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful and happy environment for my son. Thank you!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A fantastic new nursery in Buckhurst Hill, with vetted and very experienced staff. Our son started there a couple of months ago and there's a clear distinction between Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill and the nurseries some of his 'baby friends' are going to in the area. Other nurseries are dated, have
very little by way of updates for parents, and in some cases have babies that are still unhappy weeks in. Our son took to this nursery super quickly - he's loved by the nursery staff and reciprocates. The attention they give him is clear - he comes back having learned all sorts of new tricks and words, something that keeps surprising us. The app is brilliant - we can see when he's eaten, slept, what he's eaten, and get a few photos daily.
Absolutely recommend. Management are lovely too - they know every single baby's name and are nearly always seen helping out with the kids too.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill 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

We couldn’t be happier (and feel more lucky) that our daughter goes to Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill. The staff have been amazing from the moment I first called on the phone! The facilities, standard of care and overall experience each day is first class. Thank you for all you do, you’re real-life
superheroes!

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill 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

Our boy started at the Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool when they opened and was with them for almost six months before transferring to a nursery closer to home - we originally couldn't get into another Bright Horizons nursery due to over subscription so chose to go to Buckhurst
Hill until a space became free. From the start, the team at Buckhurst Hill were amazing. My boy has hypermobility and they have been attentive and caring, going above and beyond to help with his gross motor skills development. The nursery is beautiful with an amazing set-up. The manager and all the staff made our transition to nursery so easy. Thank you all so much and we will have to come back and visit soon.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The manager and team are wonderful! My daughter has had a difficult time settling and they have been very supportive. Always friendly and positive! The staff give wonderful guided learning even at such a young age. The brand-new environment is lovely.

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.952)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.952) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 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 4.952 for Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (216 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 227 Ratings = 4.952

  • 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 Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 19 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 90 number of registered child places is 18, which has been reached with 19 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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Tiffany

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Tiffany, the Nursery Manager, has a deep passion for childcare and has dedicated her career to the field. She began her journey at Bight Horizons Chigwell as a Nursery Practitioner, advancing to Deputy Manager and then Assistant Manager. In April 2020, she took the next step in her career as Nursery Manager at Bright Horizons Heron Quays.

Tiffany has supported several nurseries, including Chigwell Valley Meadows and Tabard Square, and is passionate about creating enabling environments where children can learn and play. She is committed to staff training and development and ensures she stays current with new legislation and regulations. Her extensive experience includes serving as a Health and Safety Officer, working as a SENCO, and contributing to successful Ofsted inspections.

Tiffany looks forward to warmly welcoming families to the nursery.

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Consuela

Consuela

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Consuela is a passionate and experienced educator with over 15 years of teaching across all age groups, from Foundation to KS5. She holds QTS and a Level 7 qualification and has a deep love for learning and working alongside inspiring teams. Since joining Bright Horizons, she has felt truly supported, encouraged, and nurtured in her role.

With a creative and enthusiastic approach, Consuela makes learning fun and engaging, encouraging children to explore through play. She has taught Modern Foreign Languages for over 10 years and, since 2021, has been part of the childcare sector, progressing from Third in Charge to Deputy Manager at Bright Horizons.

For her, the most rewarding part of the job is seeing a child grow from infancy to preschool, building confidence and independence along the way. As a parent herself, she understands how important it is to feel supported on the childcare journey and is committed to creating a warm, welcoming, and enriching environment for every child and family.

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Hayley

Job Title: Forest School Leader

Hayley is the preschool Room Leader with nearly 20 years of experience and a Level 3 Forest School qualification. Passionate about nature, Hayley loves inspiring children to explore the outdoors.

In preschool, the children learn about bugs, natural materials, and the life cycles of plants and animals. The nursery garden features a bug hotel, planting areas, and activities linked to the nursery's ECO school programme. Here they will enjoy storytelling, building fairy homes, and even a man-made bonfire to learn about fire safety.

Daily forest school activities build confidence, creativity, and life skills, with opportunities to use tools, climb trees, and practice mindfulness, supporting each child’s holistic development.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool

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

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

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

Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill 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 Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool have capacity for?

Bright Horizons Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 90 Children.

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

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