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 Jacobina E (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son cheers and claps with delight when we arrive at the nursery! He's been at the nursery since he was 9 months old and is now nearly 2. Looking Glass strikes the perfect balance of a large, well-equipped, clean, professionally-run facility, with large individual gardens for each age group, combined
with warm, well trained and caring staff who make my son feel loved and nurtured. The office team runs the place incredibly professionally, but with equal warmth. You know they all really care about their work and the children they care for.
In particular, the nursery's response to COVID has been incredible. At every step it has put the families' wellbeing first. From safety measures, fees, clear communication and ongoing support with home learning. I can't recommend this nursery more strongly.
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Review from Vikram B (Father of Child) published on 2 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very helpful staff, and good attention to detail. Our son has been there for the last 2+ years and he/we have loved every day of it. A wide range of activities which the staff engage the kids with. Highly recommend.
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Review from R C (Father of Child) published on 5 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has settled so well. He has made great progress and he comes home every day learning something new. The staff have been amazing and so helpful. I can't wait to see him develop with the nursery.
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Review from A R (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is great to see the nursery get a new garden. My daughter loves the outside space. The nursery is going from strength to strength and the management are great and supportive. My daughter loves her room and the staff have really gone above to ensure she is happy and settled. I am so lucky to get my
daughter in this nursery.
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Review from H U (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Bright Horizons Tooting are absolutely fantastic. I can't praise them enough. Not only are my son's carers in his room some of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure to meet, but all the nursing staff are also friendly and genuinely fond of my son. Our son took a while to settle
in but his keyworker was (and continues to be) so affectionate and loving towards him. She made such a difference. I also had a hug from her every day which was so lovely! Our son has come along so much in his development in the three months he has been at nursery too. I wouldn't hesitate to praise you all. Thank you so much.
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Review from C R (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend this nursery enough. It has been amazing. I have both my children there and they have loved coming there. The keyworkers they have work with us and are so supportive. I love the new garden too.
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Review from P D (Grandmother of Child) published on 5 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a grandmother, you want to ensure your grandbaby is very well taken care of. Coming into the nursery you can feel the warmth and love from the staff and see their passion for what they do. When visiting it's great to see the activities the children have available and all the resources. The garden
space is amazing and very large. The nursery feels very secure and having to bring ID and provide a password to collect made me feel very assured my grandbaby is safe. The management team were very helpful in taking me to the right place and helping with the pushchair which can be tricky.
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Review from R J (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have had a great transition into the nursery. The staff have been amazing, very friendly and welcoming. I have seen a range of activities being carried out for the children which is lovely to see especially messy ones.
The management team have been great and been on hand to answer any queries or
offer advice when needed. Overall I couldn't be happier with the service.
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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have had a great experience coming to the Looking Glass Day Nursery. They are very attentive and on hand to offer support and guidance for a 1st time mum who can be quite anxious. They seem to have a very wide breadth of knowledge and passion for what they do. Coming into the nursery you feel your
child will be safe especially when they ask for ID at the front door and ensure you're signed in so they can track the comings and goings. Feel very reassured.
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Review from Syed W (Father of Child) published on 5 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We recently started in Looking Glass and are very happy with the care and support we have received from staff and management.
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Review from Misha S (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at the nursery since he was one and he's now going to school next month, I am very sad as he has had the most amazing experience and has grown and learnt so much. The staff and management are amazing and have made this time at the nursery so special.
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Review from N P (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
So I came to see nursery 3 months ago and I really liked the feel of the environment. I registered right away and have started in August. I must say the best decision I made for my child. The staff and management are very supportive and understandable. My daughter loves her key worker. Also, nursery
recently had a garden refurbishment and it looks amazing.
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Review from J G (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Looking Glass Day Nursery and preschool is an amazing nursery you always feel welcome when you come in and my son always gets greeted when entering his room which makes my son smile. The staff are friendly, professional and have a warming personality which shows through their work with the children.
The management is one of a kind always there if you want to talk about any problems and issues I might have as a parent of the nursery and it always gets dealy with and never forgotten. Overall it is an excellent nursery.
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Review from D Q (Father of Child) published on 14 August 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son recently joined this nursery in July. I must say he is really enjoying there. All the staff members are really helpful and professional.
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Review from G C (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has had the best possible start at Looking Glass Day Nursery. The new garden looks amazing and it's great to see the nursery develop. My child is very happy there. She runs in every day with a big smile on her face and I know she is loved and well looked after. I couldn't recommend this nursery
more. Best nursery so far.
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Review from Sarah S (Mother of Child) published on 17 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Looking Glass has been fantastic for my daughter who joined at 6 months and is now 15 months old.
We intend to keep her at Looking Glass for as long as they'll have her!


The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and importantly, caring when it comes to the children they look after.
Everyone I've met

has been so welcoming, always asking questions and listening to what's going on in her life.
Yes, sometimes the administrative side of things is a little chaotic but I feel this is more a company issue (not staff).
The opening hours are brilliant and the garden is massive - a huge plus.
My daughter has learnt so many new skills, made lots of friends and is always engaged in some activity from painting to Yogabugs.
Some staff also offer babysitting (through personal arrangement) and I think this demonstrates just how much they love the children in their care.


Thank you Looking Glass for making her so happy and making my life so much easier.

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Review from Mariela G (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so pleased with Looking Glass! Management were extremely helpful from the onset and went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. Our son's teachers are loving and caring and extremely professional. I love how everytime I walk into the room they are engaging the children. My son has only
been at the nursery for one month and yet he has learned so much. We highly recommend this nursery!
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Review from Dennis (Father of Child) published on 22 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really lovely and active nursery, actively mindful of care and development, both in present day and future. Highly recommended.
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Review from Anna W (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Looking Glass staff have been great with my son. Patient and caring.
He is developing a great independence thanks to their support. A great team.
Communication from office staff could be better. We were unaware parents were invited to Xmas party for example.
Reply from Katherine O'Brien, Digital Marketing Coordinator at Bright Horizons Tooting Looking Glass Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. We welcome all feedback and I will ensure that the Nursery Manager looks into your communication concerns.

Kind Regards.
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Review from Nathalie D (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I feel like nursery is a lovely environment and that my child has flourished here. He comes home having learned new skills (he now does actions to twinkle star!) eats independently and is happy to be left. I feel very confident leaving him and really enjoy collecting him and seeing his happy friends
every day. The children seem happy and the staff ar very caring - all in all, very happy.
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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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Meet the Team (2)

April

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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