Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon

Greenvale Primary School, Sandpiper Road, Selsdon, South Croydon CR2 8PR
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  • Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon, South Croydon
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 Sierra B (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great facilities, knowledgeable and caring staff and great curriculum/activities for children. My daughter loves attending this nursery, which makes me happy! The staff and management have put a lot of time and effort into my daughter's development, which was curtailed due to Covid. I am so grateful
for this. Thank you.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your kind review. We love working with your little one and you.
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Review from Gabriella S (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon since she was 2 years old. (She is about to start reception this September). The manager and staff are second to none. My daughter was very well looked after, so I was at ease dropping her off every morning, knowing she will be in good hands.
She has grown to be a very chatty and confident little girl thanks to the staff. She runs off to meet the nursery teachers each morning as well as asking on a weekend whether she is going to nursery today. It is a very well managed nursery with plenty of care for the children in an environment where they can thrive. Thank you so much Brightsparks Selsdon team! You will be hugely missed.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Hello Gabriella, thank you so much, it has been a pleasure to have you with us and of course watching your little lady grow up and be so ready for school.
We wish you all the best.
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Review from Nethelli (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Choosing a nursery for your child is such a big scary decision but we are very sure we made the right choice with the team at Brightsparks. Every single staff member we have come in contact with has been so so lovely and they care for the children so well. Our daughter's confidence has grown so much
since being there after what has been a very strange year. The updates on the app are great, you get to see little parts of their day as well as the general what they eat and how they sleep info. The team were really reassuring to me as my daughter settled too. It can be tough getting used to leaving your little one with other people but they happily took time out of their day to update me every time I called to check in throughout the first few weeks. I cannot recommend this nursery enough
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your lovely kind review.
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Review from Jasmine C (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Brightsparks Selsdon since she was seven months and is now in preschool, and we could not be happier with the care that all the staff at this nursery have given her. They have been a massive part of her growing into the smart and confident child she is now, and we cannot praise
them enough for how good a job they do, particularly during the past year which has been especially stressful. We would 100% recommend Brightsparks Selsdon to any new parents looking for a nursery.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much Jasmine for your kind words and continued support.
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Review from Kevin B (Father of Child) published on 2 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our Daughter has attended Bright Sparks Selsdon since she was 1 year old.
From the very first day, the staff made us feel very welcome.
Our daughter is growing into a very happy confident little girl thanks to the attentive staff, varied curriculum and enjoyable activities.
We feel completely at
ease dropping her off each morning knowing that she is in great hands.
I would highly recommend it to any new parents.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. We too have enjoyed watching little lady grow into the person she is today.
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Review from Claire B (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at the nursery for six months now. She has come on leaps and bounds. She genuinely loves going every day.
The staff are exceptional, especially during these difficult times, the children are their top priority.
They make both my daughter and I feel so welcome, they feel like part
of our family.
I can’t recommend them enough, they truly deliver an outstanding childcare service.
All staff are fantastic, with several, who every day go that extra mile to ensure the children have a thumbs-up day. Thank you so much.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much Claire for your lovely kind words. We very much enjoy having you both as part of our Brightsparks family.
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Review from Charlotte C (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been so impressed with Brightsparks from the beginning of my son attending. They have all been so welcoming, friendly and I get a genuine sense they care deeply about my son's wellbeing and the fact that he has fun when he is with them. I love getting updates on their app, with videos, photos
and comments on what he's been getting up to. They are thorough in their communication and reporting any incidents whilst reassuring me that everything is ok too. Thank you so much Brightsparks.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
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Review from Georgina G (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What can I say, my daughter is three and currently loving being back in her pre-school room as she says. She’s at an amazing age where she would say if it was awful, but she comes home happy, she has built relationships with staff and friends over a few years.
I am currently working with two members
of staff to settle my son into the lovely baby room.
All I can say is “I’m cool as a cucumber”, I’ve been so worried after lockdown with trying to return to work and get my son settled and happy. He is a little grumpy as it’s new and his been so shielded lately. The two girls both greet us with a happy and positive attitude, which is amazing!
Brightsparks has started to use the app, which allows us to see next steps, observations which are carried out weekly - this includes pictures and is mapped to the early year's foundation. This has been amazing to see! Plus you can upload your own pics and info to share!
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your lovely review Georgina, it is a pleasure to have you as one of our families.
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Review from Ellie P (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a wonderful nursery where our son has spent a very happy three years. We can't recommend it highly enough. The staff are warm, caring, attentive, and the environment is engaging and stimulating.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much Ellie, it has been a pleasure.
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Review from Katie P (Mother of Child) published on 27 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a family, we have been with Brightsparks Selsdon for 7 years. Both my daughters have thrived from attending here and I would highly recommend the nursery to anyone. Sad to be leaving when our youngest starts ‘big school’ in September.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much, Katie, it has been wonderful having you all as part of our Brightsparks family. We will be very sad to see you leave, but we wish your youngest all the best at big school.
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Review from Claire B (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Brightsparks from her first birthday for the past 1.5years.
My husband and I feel very happy that she attends this nursery, not only do we know it’s a safe environment, but it’s also somewhere that our daughter looks forward to going every day.
We like the interaction with
the staff, and our daughter talks about them as soon as she gets home.
I highly recommend Brightsparks.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It is very much appreciated.
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Review from Aimee (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My first daughter attended Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon so there was no doubt in my mind to send my second who is there now. She has come on leaps and bounds since starting at 10 months old. My daughter loves the girls, she talks about them all the time. They make me feel confident and comfortable
leaving my daughter there as I know she will be looked after. They do a number of different activities including sing & sign which my daughter loves! Fantastic nursery!
Reply from Hayley Greenwell at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, means a lot to us and what we do.
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Review from Unna M (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sons love nursery thanks to all the wonderful staff. They all do an amazing job and are constantly looking at ways to help develop the children’s needs.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much, we appreciate all your feedback.
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Review from Ammara S (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attends this nursery twice a week and I can honestly say he is thriving. The staff are amazing, very friendly and caring with every child's best interest at heart. It's a lovely nursery and they provide great activities for the children.
Fantastic food and just a lovely fun environment.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much, this is so kind and much appreciated.
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Review from Louise F (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely love Brightsparks, Selsdon. I would not leave my children anywhere else. From the friendly faces to the absolute care and attention given by the girls. The manager is fantastic and runs a wonderful environment.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your kind review. We thrive off having a happy environment for all.
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Review from Darren H (Father of Child) published on 16 December 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brightsparks nursery staff have created a safe and friendly environment where I can leave my daughter there knowing she will be well looked after.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your review. This is very much appreciated.
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Review from Emma G (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started here in September and she settled in very quickly, this was down to the amazing staff and her brilliant key worker. I cannot praise this nursery enough, they keep me very well informed. Their weekly updates from the manager are great and the meals are very well thought about. I am
very happy I choose this nursery and my daughter loves it here.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your kind review. It is very much appreciated.
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Review from Tom S (Father of Child) published on 16 December 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thoroughly impressed by Brightsparks in Selsdon and all of those involved. Our son joined in September on a twice-weekly basis and we've noticed a whole multitude of positive changes in behaviour, habits, learning and a rapid increase in speech. The staff have been fantastic throughout and after the
initial doubts of leaving your child in a 'strange place', we've reached a stable level of comfort. He's stopped crying when on the way to nursery, he's not crying when we drop him off and most importantly, he now doesn't want to leave. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Reply from Hayley Greenwell, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much, it has been lovely to see the progression of him in the nursery, and we look forward to more milestone changes.
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Review from Jazz R (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been attending two full days a week in this nursery since January. He always struggles with a goodbye in the morning. Staff have always been exceptionally good with helping him settle in, within 5 minutes he is getting stuck into an activity. There’s always something for them to make,
he comes home with endless arts and crafts he even does a lot of baking which he is immensely proud of and can’t wait to show us all at home. He has come on so much since joining the nursery. He is full of confidence and ever so chatty. My son was moved up early on as he is a very bright little boy. I find the nursery has only added to stimulating his learning in the best way. We are very lucky to have such a friendly, helpful caring team of staff at this nursery and really recommend. A big thank you for making our little dude's experience at nursery lots of fun.
Reply from Hayley Harbury at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Your little man certainly keeps us entertained. Thank you so much.
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Review from Sam S (Mother of Child) published on 9 September 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has just left fully prepared for her next journey at school after four years at Brightsparks.
The nursery is a welcoming family environment, it is clean and the staff are amazing, they go above and beyond for their children. My daughter is such a picky eater the staff always took the time
to sit with her and with gentle encouragement she has got better.
Thank you to all the staff at Brightsparks.
Reply from Hayley Harbury at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Selsdon
Thank you so much for your review. I am sure your little lady will flourish and we have enjoyed watching her grow. All the best.
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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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