Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool

75 Macmillan Way, Tooting Bec, London SW17 6AT
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Located in Tooting Bec, the nursery is a beautiful, refurbished setting designed to support your child’s development, from the age of 3 months to 5 years. Set near the scenic Tooting Bec Common, the Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool in Tooting Bec is conveniently located a 10 minute walk from Tooting Bec Station, and a short drive to Tooting town centre. They also have a buggy storage area to make pick-up and drop-off as easy for you as possible.

They understand your child wants to explore the hobbies they love most. This is why they offer a wide range of extracurricular activities including sports coaching, ‘Theatre Bugs’ and ‘Teddy Tennis’. They also have a dedicated art studio led by the art teacher, so your child has the freedom to be as creative as they can be. They provide babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers in the nursery with access their own age specific garden. So no matter your child’s age, they will have their own space to explore, play and learn through variety of age appropriate resources.

Before you leave the nursery, you are always welcome take some time out in the dedicated parents' room. This gives the team and you as a parent a chance to catch up on how your child is progressing over a hot drink.

Bright Horizons has been a trusted childcare provider for over 30 years. The bespoke Bright Horizons curriculum has the wellbeing and confidence of children at its heart. Through fun and play your child will develop their individual interests and passions, and discover a love of learning that will stay with them for life.

Book your personal tour today. The team look forward to welcoming you!
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Terry (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 39

Total Places for Children

  • 156

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact your nursery to know more about the fees

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

Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (121)

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Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.446) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool has 121 reviews.

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Review from K C (Father of Child) published on 28 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
My experience of this nursery is very poor. If your child is quiet and requires more attention to engage then this is not the nursery for you.
Children are pretty much left to play how they would like with no structure. The engagement from the staff to the children is basic at best. The staff do not
follow any curriculum or approved teaching methods.
Very sad.
Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for taking the time to post a review. Please be assured that our priority is to ensure the safety, wellbeing and education of all children entrusted to us and we are reviewing your comments…read more
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Review from Matt P (Father of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
In the past 12 months (since my child joined), there has been a change in management, and whenever there is change, naturally, there's apprehension.
However, the change has been tremendous. There's renewed vigour throughout, and the team have introduced some great new rooms for the children. It seems
there's a long-term vision for the nursery, which takes time, and some of the initiatives introduced have been smart.
One thing that would complement the great work underway is a bit more TLC from HQ when it comes to the upkeep of the nursery. A freshen-up and lick of paint in certain areas would be advisable.
Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool
Hi,
Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us.
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Review from Andrea S (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The changes at nursery are great. We love the fact that learning is child-led and children have the opportunity to choose activities and play.
We are happy with the support we got for our son. The staff have been great with him and helping him to learn new skills.
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Review from M R (Father of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves nursery, sometimes it’s a bit of a struggle to get her to leave in the afternoon. The staff are very friendly and really take the time to get to know the children as individuals.
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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really happy with the nursery. My kids have made so much progress. The staff are very friendly and supportive. They care about the kid's well-being.
They do lots of activities, yoga, computer room, baking... I'm really happy with it. I definitely recommend it.
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Review from Anna M (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We feel so fortunate that our daughter attends Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool. The team here are wonderful - caring, warm and engaged and our daughter has flourished. We have also been impressed, now she is getting older, at the more structured approach to learning as
she moves towards pre-school.
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Review from F S (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’ve had a great experience with this nursery. My son has been coming here for 8 months and he absolutely loves it. His development has come on in leaps and bounds and he has also made lots of little friends, which warms my heart. I find the staff great - his room staff are very attentive and the management
is very supportive.
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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Daughter has been with the nursery for over three years since the age of seven months and has had a wonderful experience. The entire staffing team are warm, caring and supportive of both parents and children and the atmosphere created is so welcoming. Outside space is incomparable in relation to other
nurseries in the area. She comes home every day with stories about the fun she’s had and her development has been noticeable, especially over the past few months at preschool. Any worries I’ve had are dealt with quickly and efficiently. We will be sad to leave her Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass family when she goes to school!
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Review from AJ C (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The changes in the nursery are amazing. My son loves the new rooms, the focused learning and development and activities. The preschool room staff have been exceptional with extremely kind support from the manager and deputy manager.
Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool
Hi, thanks so much for taking the time to leave us your rating – it’s much appreciated! We will share this with the store team to let them know how we are doing.
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Review from Maye R (Mother of Child) published on 2 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
I enrolled my daughter in this nursery thinking it was the best. Only in the first session, I received terrible attention, I don't know, if because I'm black, they didn't even bother to show me the place. I had to insist, like begging them. My daughter's classroom was on the corner, in front of the
street and when I arrived I could see that she was crying badly. Once I received my baby she was red and her voice was broken. She immediately fell asleep in my arms. The worst part was when she woke up at home, she had a bad breath, a disinfectant smell that came from her mouth. The rest of the day she was gassy and got some fever. I had to brush her mouth because the smell was awful, like iodine and other awful smell like poop, no sure but It was awful. In the end, after asking them via mail very politely what she ate, they didn't even bother to call me. I decided to take her out of the nursery for her well-being.
Reply from Katherine O'Brien, Online Marketing at Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool
We’re sorry to hear your experience of our nursery didn’t meet the high standards of care that both you and we expect. We would like one of our senior team to contact you. We have your contact details…read more
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Review from Laura H (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has had a lovely first year at Bright Horizons Tooting Bec. Over that time he has developed into a bright and happy toddler which no doubt been thanks to all the help and support he gets from his carers at the nursery as well as the wide array of activities and games he participates in daily.
We are very happy with his progress here and enjoy how much he loves going each day.
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Review from Chloe C (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a great nursery. Staff are all lovely, fantastic facilities and the standard of teaching are exceptional. My child is thriving and exceeding her goals thanks to Looking Glass, I honestly could not be happier with this nursery!
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Review from Y B (Aunt of Child) published on 27 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My nephew has been attending Looking Glass Day Nursery for the past 2 years and there isn’t a day where he comes home and doesn’t talk about his amazing experiences! He is constantly learning new things and has developed many skills throughout the years. The staff are a caring and loving team who want
the best for your child, they ensure that they are safe and have an enjoyable day. When going to collect my nephew, I'm always greeted with a cheerful smile by the management team and my nephew. It really shows that Looking glass day nursery is a place of adventure and love and the perfect place for your child to grow up in.
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Review from Lydia W (Stepmother of Child) published on 27 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very grateful for the nursery and the team within it. It is the best place for my child to spend the first few years of his life when he is not at home. I feel at ease when he is there and seeing how happy he is when he leaves the nursery makes me feel so content. It is a parent-friendly, well
organised and very welcoming place.
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Review from A T (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started the nursery in June at 9 months old. I was worried about him settling in but he absolutely loves it, he is so happy to see the staff in the morning and I can see so much development in him already over just a few months. All the staff are so friendly and caring and I know my little one
is in good hands.
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Review from Mahmoud B (Father of Child) published on 7 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The looking glass day nursery is an amazing place. My son enjoys every minute he spends there and always comes home extremely happy. He has developed many skills whilst at the nursery and continues to learn new things each time he’s there. The staff takes extremely good care of the children and I always
feel at ease when he is there. I feel that the nursery is parent-friendly, great value for money and very flexible. I can genuinely say it is my son's second home.
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Review from H G (Father of Child) published on 7 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We were very nervous at first when looking to put our little one in daycare. But having visited this nursery and meeting the lovely staff, it gave us some comfort. Our son seems to really enjoy his time there, and the activities for the children are very nurturing, and we can see they are developing
his skills. Thank you to the amazing staff for taking such good care!
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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The setting is lovely with caring and understanding staff. The staff does innovative activities with children. Children learn routines very quickly from the staff. My three-year-old daughter attends nursery once a week. She is looked after by the staff very well. As a parent, I am happy to say that
she learnt to sit down at the table during mealtimes at the nursery. She is slowly picking up on her speech.
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Review from D T (Father of Child) published on 6 October 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has settled in so well. As parents are not allowed into the nursery the team has gone above to ensure not only my son is happy, but us as parents too. The management has been excellent with parents and really helpful. I can't recommend this nursery enough.
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Review from Fareeha S (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 3-year-old son recently joined the Bright Horizons nursery, and he has settled in very well. I'm very comfortable and satisfied with the service provided by the staff. They seem to engage young children extremely well, and there are lots of different activities happening which are good for my son's
development. The staff here are excellent. I would recommend this nursery to others as it has a friendly, positive and supportive atmosphere.
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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.446)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.446) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.837 for Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (199 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 227 Ratings = 4.837
  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 4.609 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass 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:

    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 156 number of registered child places is 31.2. 19 Positive Reviews ÷ 31.2 = 0.609
  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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April

Job Title: Nursery Manager

I joined my first Bright Horizons nursery in September 2014 and was drawn in by the Growing Readers programme which embodied everything I loved about inspiring children to develop their love of reading and gave me the tools to make the learning experience truly fantastic. Even as the manager I still take the time to have story times with the children when I can. I have an absolute passion for open-ended, loose parts and heuristic play. I love adding natural resources such as flowers, leaves, herbs and sticks to enhance children’s learning experiences and really engage the imagination.


I am very environmentally conscious and try to be as sustainable as possible, reusing tins from the kitchen and all the packaging that comes into the nursery. I enjoy finding imaginative things to do with them. I am a very hands-on leader who loves to inspire my team with great ideas for activities.

Laura

Laura

Job Title: Deputy Manager and the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) Joined: 2021

I am the Deputy Manager and the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) at Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery.


I have over 10 years of experience working with children and I hold a level 3 in Child Care and Education.
Before I joined Bright Horizons I was a manager of a smaller nursery, I have experience as a learning support assistant and senior nursery nurse in the primary education sector supporting classroom teachers and children of different ages. My role as a SENCO can be varied - I am responsible for assessing, planning and monitoring the progress of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). I support the identification of children with special educational needs and coordinate provision for them too. I also liaise with parents and with other providers such as outside agencies, educational psychologists, health visitors and speech therapists to ensure we are supporting the children in the best way possible. I create support plans for children and organise tailored activities/interventions to support their development.


My role as Deputy is to assist Terry in providing professional leadership and management of the nursery. I promote the health, safeguarding and well-being of children as well as being a role model to other staff to deliver high-quality experiences and care for the children.

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