Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon

Greenvale Primary School, Sandpiper Road, Selsdon, South Croydon CR2 8PR
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Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon is part of childcare provider that really looks to stand out from the crowd, having established a safe and stimulating environment that is ideal for allowing children to develop key pre-school skills.

Care and education is overseen by a professional team, who look to build strong relationships with parents and support growth with a healthy setting and diet.

Versatile packages are available to suit different itineraries and the provider has strong health, safeguarding and behaviour management policies.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Hayley Harbury (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 21

Total Places for Children

  • 58

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Fees are £75 to £77 a day

  • Please email or visit our website for our Fees structure

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 in the Summer & 1 week at Christmas

Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon Reviews (95)

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Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.940) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon has 95 reviews.

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Review from Olugbenga A (Father of Child) published on 3 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brightsparks Nursery is a conducive learning and nuturing environment, especially for my one-year old. The staff there are very motherly and they go out of their way to make every child happy! Placing our child in this nursery is the best decision my wife and I have ever made!
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Review from Sarah H (Mother of Child) published on 3 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've been with Brightsparks Selsdon since 2019 and both of our daughters have gone here - it's been such a great experience. The staff are great and many have stayed during this time. My youngest is currently there and her key worker, Nick, has been fantastic - I honestly couldn't recommend him more.
It's lovely knowing she's in such good hands every day!
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Review from M A (Father of Child) published on 3 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been with Brightsparks for some months now and we can't be happier with the care and service provided. Having had a tough start to nursery life with another nursery, we have found Brightsparks to be super welcoming and informative. Our daughter is excited to come in and has improved
in a few areas we had concerns around.
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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so grateful to all the staff at Brightsparks who have supported my son throughout his journey at Brightsparks. Not only for my son but they have all been incredibly supportive to me, navigating the transition back to work and leaving him from the first time to the ongoing challenges of being a
working parent and supporting a toddler! They keep in regular contact and I find the updates so so reassuring. Another great example of going above and beyond is the time and effort put into the special events for Father's and Mother's day. It was a lovely afternoon and i do not under estimate the planning involved.
Reply from Hayley Harbury, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your kind words. It's been amazing to see him grow into a little toddler. The events we put on are especially catered for you as parents and we love what we do. Thank you.
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Review from Emily K (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has attended nursery from 10 months of age to 4.5 years. He is now leaving for primary school. He has had a brilliant experience throughout. In the younger rooms, the level of care and attention was exceptional and helped our son feel really safe and cared for. In the older rooms, the breadth
and variety of activities kept him super engaged and helped him make accelerated progress. He has made really strong friendships with the children he has grown up alongside and the staff have always been very caring and kind. We would recommend Brightsparks Selsdon to anyone looking for a nursery for their little one.
Reply from Hayley Harbury, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your kind review :-) We are excited for his next chapter and know that he will do so well.
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Review from K F (Father of Child) published on 21 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are delighted with the care our 20 month old daughter gets. The staff are so professional and friendly. Our daughter has delayed development, but the staff have been going out of their way to support and help her. She loves her nursery days, and is delighted to spend time with her friends. Only cries
when it is time to come home!!!
Thank you Brightsparks team
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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff all know the children well and show an excellent level of care to all of them. Our daughter has brought lots of fun ways to remember things home and clearly loves to be there. Even when she's been unwell she's asked if she can go in to see her friends.
Reply from Hayley Harbury, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you for your kind review, we have loved watching your little one grow :-)
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Review from Sammy-Jo B (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both children have attended brightsparks from 10 months to pre-school. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and generally care about the well being of your children. The best place to intrust your children with.
Reply from Hayley Harbury, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your review. It feels like you have been a part of Brightsparks for a long time, and we have loved watching your 2 children grow and develop. :-)
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Review from Petra C (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at this nursery since August 2024, and he has loved it from day one. He always goes in happily and comes out with a big smile, full of stories about his day. The staff is incredibly supportive, and his key worker always makes sure he is happy, accommodating any requests we have to ensure
he feels comfortable and cared for. The care and attention from the team have been wonderful, and we've seen such great progress in his confidence and development. Of course, the usual colds and bugs go around, but the staff always handle it with understanding and put the children's well-being first. Communication is great, and they've been incredibly supportive, working with us whenever we've had any concerns. For our son, it truly feels like a home away from home, and we couldn't be happier with our choice.
Reply from Hayley Harbury, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you for your kind and supportive words. We and the team have enjoyed watching your little one settle in, and grow independance through his learning and development. :-)
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Review from Emily H (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children attend Brightsparks Day Nursery Selsdon and I can't recommend it enough. The staff go above and beyond to get to know the children and their interests. The activities are varied, educational, fun, age-appropriate and fit with the kids' interests as well as seasonal themes. The food
is great and my children always come home happy! The management is amazing too with approachable friendly staff and great communication.
Reply from Hayley Harbury, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you for your lovely review! I will share with my team.
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Review from Simone W (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can honestly say that our child has loved this nursery from her very first settling in day. She has never cried to go in and she generally has great days. One year in and we are still delighted with the nurture and care and the progress our child has made. There are the normal bugs/fevers that go
around which can be frustrating as a working mum, but it's always handled with empathy and with the child's best interest at heart. We get on with the whole team and they are keen to work with us and helped us identify an intolerance. For our child, it really is a home away from home.
Reply from Hayley Harbury, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your kind review. We look forward to continuing your little one's learning journey.
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Review from G P (Mother of Child) published on 24 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely adore the nursery. It is the best thing that happened to all of us. Our little boy cannot wait to go back there. This is an absolutely fantastic place for our little one. Thank you all!
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Review from Sarah P (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son loved his time at Brightsparks and we were sad when his journey came to an end to start his next chapter in school.
He thrived under the care, guidance and support of such an amazing team and nurturing environment.
Brightsparks feels like a home from home and the staff are warm, kind, caring
and passionate about what they do.
It was the best decision we ever made registering our son there and we will be forever grateful to the nursery.
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Review from Nikita B (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are very friendly, my daughter has settled in really well. There is a variety of food offered and activities vary also. Small nursery so staff know parents well. Emails answered very quickly. No concerns.
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Review from Emily K (Mother of Child) published on 28 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon since he was 10 months old. He started in the baby room where the care really was exceptional and has gone all the way through the nursery to preschool. He is having an amazing experience in preschool and is very settled with a lovely group of friends.
He just adores his "teachers" which is lovely to see. The staff really go above and beyond with regular events and celebrations and are always very welcoming to parents. I would very highly recommend this nursery to any prospective parents.
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Review from Lauren S (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little one has been at Brightsparks Day Nursery for the last few months in the baby room and we could not be happier. Overall, the nursery is clean and the rooms are well-stocked and laid out.
The staff are so lovely and caring. Even staff from other rooms seem to know their names. You can tell
how much they care about the little ones they are looking after. She has a wonderful bond with her key worker which is really reassuring when you're leaving your little one with someone else.
She has come on so much in her talking and walking since she started. The activities are varied and she gets lots of outside time. I love that external providers come in, she seems to love Sing and Sign.
I feel I should call out the food too. The food that she eats sounds incredible and well-balanced and the fact she gets a proper meal at the end of the day rather than just a small snack is invaluable for busy working parents.
I'm so pleased we chose this nursery!
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Review from O W (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter joined Brightsparks Day Nursery in April after we newly moved to Selsdon. She fully settled into her room in no time, has a good bond with her lovely teachers and has made friends.
I am amazed at how much she is learning and how much she has developed for an 18-month-old. I can't recommend
this nursery enough!
The feedback is top-notch - I love the transparency and how I can see what my kid is up to in nursery while I'm working.
The food menu is really good - my baby has added a bit of weight since she joined and eats more variety.
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Review from Riaz K (Father of Child) published on 31 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has attended Brightsparks Day Nursery since she was 1. She's enjoyed her time and enjoys going to nursery. We've appreciated all the support the nursery has given her. We've had help when needed with areas she has required development in and the staff have always been supportive. The staff
are very friendly and helpful and their communication has always been very good.
Reply from Hayley Harbury, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you for your kind review, it is very much appreciated.
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Review from Lucy T (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one has attended Brightsparks Nursery in Selsdon since he was one, and he has thrived socially and intellectually since day one. The staff throughout each class he has been in have been nothing but amazing. They are so loving and attentive to my child as well as the others, make every effort
to make them comfortable and feel safe as soon as they walk through the door every morning. The team are just what you would wish for and I know every day my little one is going to have a great day of learning, laughter and fun.
Reply from Hayley Harbury, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much, we appreciate your great feedback, and we have loved watching your little one's journey with us.
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Review from Stella P (Mother of Child) published on 2 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brightsparks Day Nursery Selsdon has been an incredible place for my son since he was just 9 months old. Now, at 2 years old, I'm thrilled with his progress. The staff are caring, the activities are fun, and the place is always clean. It's been wonderful to see him develop new skills so quickly and
grow socially. I highly recommend Brightsparks for any parent looking for a great nursery!
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.940)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.940) out of 10 for Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.940 for Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon is calculated as follows: ( (236 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 251 Ratings = 4.94
  2. 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 Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon is based on 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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
    2. 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 58 number of registered child places is 11.6, which has been reached with 21 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon

What is the Age Range of Children that Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon accepts?

Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon Open?

Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon is open: 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.

How many Children does Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon have capacity for?

Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon has capacity for a total of 58 Children.

How far is Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon to the centre of South Croydon?

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

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