The staff are also just total heaven and care so much for the childrenLucy D(Mother of Child)
Son settled in quickly, bonded with key worker and other staffP C(Father of Child)
have a garden that they take them out in a lot, including doing activities outside.Claire S(Mother of Child)
The staff are also just total heaven and care so much for the childrenLucy D(Mother of Child)
Son settled in quickly, bonded with key worker and other staffP C(Father of Child)
have a garden that they take them out in a lot, including doing activities outside.Claire S(Mother of Child)
Bright Horizons City Child Nursery is located in the heart of the Barbican Estate, just a short walk from Barbican, Bank, Moorgate, and Liverpool Street underground stations. This welcoming, one-level nursery offers four cosy and stimulating rooms, each thoughtfully designed to support children’s learning, development, and comfort at every stage.
A highly qualified and passionate team ensures each child receives exceptional care and personalised learning experiences. The spacious garden provides daily...
Bright Horizons City Child Nursery is located in the heart of the Barbican Estate, just a short walk from Barbican, Bank, Moorgate, and Liverpool Street underground stations. This welcoming, one-level nursery offers four cosy and stimulating rooms, each thoughtfully designed to support children’s learning, development, and comfort at every stage.
A highly qualified and passionate team ensures each child receives exceptional care and personalised learning experiences. The spacious garden provides daily opportunities for outdoor play, encouraging physical development, creativity, and curiosity. Children take part in enriching activities such as story time, creative play, Gardening Club, and local outings to connect with the wider community.
Families stay closely connected through the Bright Horizons Family app, which shares daily updates, photos, and key milestones, offering peace of mind and celebrating every step of each child’s journey.
Book a tour today to experience the nursery in person - they can't wait to welcome you.
Bright Horizons City Child Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.329) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons City Child Day Nursery and Preschool has 49 reviews.
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Review from Claire S (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2021 Submitted via Website•
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Wonderful staff, they do lots of different activities with them and have a garden that they take them out in a lot, including doing activities outside. My son is often having so much fun that I have to persuade him to leave.
Wonderful staff, they do lots of different activities with them and have a garden that they take them out in a lot, including doing activities outside. My son is often having so much fun that I have to persuade him to leave.
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Review from Joanna D (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2021 Submitted via Website•
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Our daughter has grown to really enjoy being at this nursery. The staff are very caring and have really helped develop our little one's skills. We love that indoors the nursery is flooded with natural light, looking onto trees and a lovely wild garden, and we really love that there is such a...
Our daughter has grown to really enjoy being at this nursery. The staff are very caring and have really helped develop our little one's skills. We love that indoors the nursery is flooded with natural light, looking onto trees and a lovely wild garden, and we really love that there is such a generously sized outdoor play area (so hard to find these things in central London!)
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Review from Clare G (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2020 Submitted via Website•
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An amazing nursery. We have had two children in this nursery over the last five years. I have always felt comfortable with all the staff, and my children have always been well cared for. The staff take a real interest in the children.
My eldest daughter was well prepared to start school after...
An amazing nursery. We have had two children in this nursery over the last five years. I have always felt comfortable with all the staff, and my children have always been well cared for. The staff take a real interest in the children. My eldest daughter was well prepared to start school after being at the nursery since 10-months-old.
Absolutely fantastic with a fantastic outside space, which is so difficult to find in this area.
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Review from S G (Mother of Child) published on 16 November 2020 Submitted via Website•
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The staff have been excellent helping my daughter to re-settle after the break from nursery during the first lockdown. She is growing in confidence, learning lots of new words and songs. She comes home talking about her friends and keyworkers. The staff were so helpful during the initial separation...
The staff have been excellent helping my daughter to re-settle after the break from nursery during the first lockdown. She is growing in confidence, learning lots of new words and songs. She comes home talking about her friends and keyworkers. The staff were so helpful during the initial separation anxiety and my little one is so excited to go to nursery. Thank you to the staff for their continuous hard work and care for the little ones - making sure they have a safe space to thrive and grow during this difficult Covid period, many thanks to City Child team!
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Review from Val P (Mother of Child) published on 16 November 2020 Submitted via Website•
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This was our first nursery experience and I will be forever grateful to the staff at City Child for how much they worked with my 15mo daughter to make the settling in as smooth as possible. At the beginning, I could see them holding her and comforting her when I was leaving or picking her up, and...
This was our first nursery experience and I will be forever grateful to the staff at City Child for how much they worked with my 15mo daughter to make the settling in as smooth as possible. At the beginning, I could see them holding her and comforting her when I was leaving or picking her up, and this lasted well beyond the settling in period until she was happy to walk in and out by herself. She developed a strong bond with a staff member that she loved, and I saw how the team always tried to coordinate so that this staff member was the one at the door greeting her when we arrived. They were kind, patient and sweet with her. I felt I was leaving her in the best hands.
The rooms are full of light, the garden is large with lots of activities. She started learning funny things (songs, dance moves, etc) straight away. During these months of Covid pandemic we kept seeing staff members cleaning toys or equipment every time we were there, it felt very safe.
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Review from James M (Father of Child) published on 18 March 2020 Submitted via Website•
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Amazing staff and lovely environment. My daughter has flourished since starting here. Can not recommend enough!
Amazing staff and lovely environment. My daughter has flourished since starting here. Can not recommend enough!
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Review from D J (Mother of Child) published on 3 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Our child loves the nursery. The staff are very nice and attentive to the children. Outside space is great, it is very important for us that our child spends some time outside during the days.
Our child loves the nursery. The staff are very nice and attentive to the children. Outside space is great, it is very important for us that our child spends some time outside during the days.
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Review from L B (Mother of Child) published on 3 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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City Child is a great place for my son to play, learn and grow. We have seen him develop so well through the focussed learning and social environment. The staff turnover concerns me but generally, everyone working with my son is very lovely, loving and supportive. The feedback we get is excellent...
City Child is a great place for my son to play, learn and grow. We have seen him develop so well through the focussed learning and social environment. The staff turnover concerns me but generally, everyone working with my son is very lovely, loving and supportive. The feedback we get is excellent (and honest - this is so important to us).
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Review from M P (Father of Child) published on 3 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Our son always goes to nursery happy and returns home happier. The nursery helps his development immensely and has made him a confident little boy.
Our son always goes to nursery happy and returns home happier. The nursery helps his development immensely and has made him a confident little boy.
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Review from K L (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My baby has been here as back up care for the last few days and I feel the staff have been amazing and supportive throughout. I was worried about leaving him but was reassured by staff, pictures, artwork and via phone calls. I would recommend City Child to all friends and family.
My baby has been here as back up care for the last few days and I feel the staff have been amazing and supportive throughout. I was worried about leaving him but was reassured by staff, pictures, artwork and via phone calls. I would recommend City Child to all friends and family.
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Review from P C (Father of Child) published on 29 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Very positive experience. Son settled in quickly, bonded with key worker and other staff. Staff informative and friendly.
Very positive experience. Son settled in quickly, bonded with key worker and other staff. Staff informative and friendly.
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Review from Lucy D (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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City Child Nursery Bright Horizons has been the perfect nursery for our daughter. The outdoor area is huge with a wooden playground and slide and lots of outdoor toys like giant puzzles and tricycles. It's nestled next to a leafy green garden so they get the sound of the birds and little squirrels...
City Child Nursery Bright Horizons has been the perfect nursery for our daughter. The outdoor area is huge with a wooden playground and slide and lots of outdoor toys like giant puzzles and tricycles. It's nestled next to a leafy green garden so they get the sound of the birds and little squirrels hopping about over the other side of the fence. Our daughter loves the outdoors so that was a big plus for us. The staff are also just total heaven and care so much for the children. Our daughter always sings songs to us at home and talks about the painting and games she's played. Very happy.
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Review from Theoni D (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2018 Submitted via Website•
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We have a child in the baby room since September 2018 and she has been looked after very well. It has been amazing to see how many new skills she has developed over the last few weeks and her confidence has grown significantly since attending the nursery. She is having great fun with other babies...
We have a child in the baby room since September 2018 and she has been looked after very well. It has been amazing to see how many new skills she has developed over the last few weeks and her confidence has grown significantly since attending the nursery. She is having great fun with other babies but some days she doesn't eat well.
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Review from LP (Mother of Child) published on 11 October 2018 Submitted via Website•
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Great nursery, the staff really care and many have been there a long time. They're always refreshing the activity boards and keep the children busy with fantastic craft projects.
Great nursery, the staff really care and many have been there a long time. They're always refreshing the activity boards and keep the children busy with fantastic craft projects.
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Review from T A B (Mother of Child) published on 26 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I registered my daughter to start City Child Day Nursery at 14 months. I was very anxious about leaving her in someone else's care, but the team at City Child were incredibly sympathetic to my concerns and did everything to make us all especially my daughter feel at ease.
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I registered my daughter to start City Child Day Nursery at 14 months. I was very anxious about leaving her in someone else's care, but the team at City Child were incredibly sympathetic to my concerns and did everything to make us all especially my daughter feel at ease. It may be set within the concrete jungle of the Barbican but it couldn't be a warmer environment for children. The rooms are a good size with bright light. Toys and books are expansive. The buggy shed is a good size to easily drop off/pick up a stroller. After 6 months we relocated and the only sad thing about it is moving our daughter away from the nurturing and fun environment she has grown to love. She wakes up singing every morning as a result of the song and move sessions, she grew to love the outdoors and developed confidence hugely.
Even after leaving a month ago she still mentions names of peers and key workers, and surprises us by singing along with actions to songs we're only just discovering she knows! We felt the team genuinely understood our daughter and we will miss them greeting her with smiles and enthusiasm every day.
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Review from Matthew M (Father of Child) published on 4 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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We love Bright Horizons City Child Nursery and have sent our daughter here for past 3 1/2 years. The staff are excellent and we are very pleased with our daughter's development.
We love Bright Horizons City Child Nursery and have sent our daughter here for past 3 1/2 years. The staff are excellent and we are very pleased with our daughter's development.
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Review from Christopher A (Father of Child) published on 1 May 2018 Submitted via Website•
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Professional, friendly and safe environment for our child. We are very pleased with the service provided.
Professional, friendly and safe environment for our child. We are very pleased with the service provided.
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Review from Angel N (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2018 Submitted via Website•
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I have a child in the toddler room since October 2017, it has been amazing to see how much he has developed over the last few months and his confidence has grown a lot since attending the nursery. The care he receives from the nursery is first class, the staff has done an amazing job with him and I...
I have a child in the toddler room since October 2017, it has been amazing to see how much he has developed over the last few months and his confidence has grown a lot since attending the nursery. The care he receives from the nursery is first class, the staff has done an amazing job with him and I cannot thank them enough for being so brilliant! It is very difficult to find a nursery in London that offers such a huge outdoor space for the children to play in and this is very important for us as our child loves playing outside.
↩Reply from Katherine O'Brien, Digital Marketing Coordinator at Bright Horizons City Child Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for taking the time to submit a review and thank you for your positive comments. I will ensure they are fed back to the Nursery Team.
With regards to your rating on the food section. I will ask the Manager to ensure you see the weekly menus so you aware of what the children are eating...
Thank you for taking the time to submit a review and thank you for your positive comments. I will ensure they are fed back to the Nursery Team.
With regards to your rating on the food section. I will ask the Manager to ensure you see the weekly menus so you aware of what the children are eating on a daily basis. Our Bright Horizons menus are carefully planned and freshly prepared by our chefs, in consultation with nutritionists and a daily menu should be displayed at nurseries. In addition to a balanced lunch, our children also tuck into a morning snack, afternoon tea and in some nurseries we also provide breakfast. Please do feel free to speak to the Nursery Manager at any time.
Kind Regards,
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Review from Mashael S (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2018 Submitted via Website•
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I have a toddler and a baby at this Nursey, it’s a very safe place to leave your child, the management and staff are absolutely amazing, they treat my two girls as if they were their own. The staff will always update you on the process of your child, they accommodate every need my children require....
I have a toddler and a baby at this Nursey, it’s a very safe place to leave your child, the management and staff are absolutely amazing, they treat my two girls as if they were their own. The staff will always update you on the process of your child, they accommodate every need my children require. The Confidence my toddler has is all due to her being so happy when she goes to the Nursey.
Thank you to everyone at City Child. You are one of the best.
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Review from Hermione (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2018 Submitted via Website•
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Both of my children go to this nursery and they both love it. The most important thing to me is that my children are safe and happy and they are both of these things at City Child. The staff are great and really supportive. The hours the nursery is open makes juggling working and pickups/drop off...
Both of my children go to this nursery and they both love it. The most important thing to me is that my children are safe and happy and they are both of these things at City Child. The staff are great and really supportive. The hours the nursery is open makes juggling working and pickups/drop off easier.
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2025 marks two decades since the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children began its work in the UK! The Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, a UK-registered charity since 2005, supports children...
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Abbey Job Title Nursery ManagerJoined 2010
Hi, My name is Abby and I am a level 3 Nursery Practitioner I have achieved a level 2 and Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education I have been...
Hi, My name is Abby and I am a level 3 Nursery Practitioner I have achieved a level 2 and Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education I have been with Bright Horizons since 2017. I was based at Heron Quays Bright Horizons as a Room Leader where I took the opportunity to progress in the role of a Third in charge in 2019.
I've supported Heron Quays on its journey to achieve a good Ofsted rating after many years of hard work. I have worked with children of ages 0-5 years but have had the opportunity to learn and develop my skills within the nurseries I have worked in by spending time in each of the rooms supporting my staff team.
I was asked to come over to Tabard Square to support them and this was also a part of my professional development. During my time at the nursery, I grew fond of the team and children and was able to help implement new changes and support the quality of teaching and learning with the team. The opportunity arises for a Deputy Manager over in Tabard Square. I took the opportunity to apply for this position. This has been something that I was working towards and knew it was the right time for me.
I now have had the opportunity to further my career with bright horizons by progressing to the Nursery Manager at City Child, I look forward to my new journey, being able to share my knowledge and role model practices with a new team. I also look forward to creating a new partnership with the families and children at city child.
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