Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley

Woodcote High School, Meadow Hill, Purley CR8 3HL
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  • Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley, Purley
Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley offers both full and part-time childcare packages within an environment that supports learning by helping children to embrace new interests and pick up key pre-school skills.

Alongside a vibrant early years education in a secure environment, each child's development is supported by well-balanced menus of home-cooked food. Meals are prepared on a daily basis and include five portions of fruit and vegetables.

The provider has grown a strong reputation in the region since being established.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Ann-Marie Spence (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 15

Total Places for Children

  • 60

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Fees are based on day rates of £80.50 - £83.00

  • Full fee info is on our website

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 at Christmas & 1 week in August (bank holiday week)

Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley Reviews (97)

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Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.850) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley has 97 reviews.

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Review from Alex (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been at Brightsparks for over a year and is very happy here. All of the staff are very supportive and made every effort to make sure he and I were happy from his first settling in session to dropping him off today. He does a range of different things every day and they have made everything
as normal as possible for the children since reopening. I would definitely recommend them.
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Review from Shereen (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery. We are very happy that we choose Brightsparks. I strongly recommend it. My two girls have always been there and we are all very happy with the nursery. The children are well cared for and they learn loads.
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Review from L F (Mother of Child) published on 2 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is an excellent nursery. Feels like a family.
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Review from Sarah R (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My eldest daughter attended Brightsparks for 2 years and my youngest currently attends. My eldest daughter had such a lovely experience at the nursery that I did not think twice about enrolling my 2nd child. The staff are always friendly, approachable, warm and kind. The nursery itself is bright, welcoming
and always clean and tidy. My daughter loves going in every morning and the activities are fun and stimulating.
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Review from Emma C (Mother of Child) published on 22 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm so pleased we chose Bright Sparks. My son has gone from strength to strength in the year that he has been here. We are so so happy and most importantly my son is too! Keep up the good work manager and team!
Reply from Laura Symons at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley
Thank you for your lovely review.
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Review from Katie B (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We saw quite a few nurseries for our 6month old before settling on Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley. The baby room was very well taken care of and the staff were warm and welcoming. Our son has now been there 9 months and we couldn’t be happier with the standard of care. It is also very good value for
money in my opinion.
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Review from Paula S (Grandmother of Child) published on 1 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My granddaughter has been at Brightsparks in Purley since July 2017. I often collect her and am so pleased with what I see each time I am in the nursery. As soon as I am let into the building, I find it very reassuring to hear the happy sounds of the children laughing and playing. In the baby room
where my little granddaughter is placed the staff are always welcoming and make sure I am fully informed about her day, telling me about her feeding, toileting and sleep patterns for that day. The room is bright and cheerful and the babes are happy and content. I just want to say a HUGE thank you for the excellent care given to her.
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Review from Robert (Father of Child) published on 1 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery that my 13-month-old daughter loves. Friendly staff who always have time to discuss the day's activities when I collect my daughter. I would highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Emma (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter attended Brightsparks for over 4 years and started when she was just 9 months old. From day one, I can honestly say she loved every minute. Being a first-time parent, I was daunted by the experience of having to leave my child and return to work after maternity leave, however, Brightsparks
made it easy for us by providing a very nurturing environment where we knew our child was cared for each day. The team at Brightsparks make time to get to know each child; understand their unique personalities and make time to talk and play with each of them. It was great seeing my child looking forward to going to nursery each day and saying goodbye to me each morning with a smile on her face. She made lots of friends at Brightsparks and still meets up with them regularly today! We now have a second child and they too are attending Brightsparks in a couple of months time! This time we know what to expect and hope she loves it just as much as our eldest. A great nursery!
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Review from Melissa H (Mother of Child) published on 8 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending the nursery for just a year now and we are really pleased. The staff are great and she experiences new things every day. I would highly recommend his Nursery.
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Review from Lisa H (Mother of Child) published on 22 December 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The nursery staff are extremely helpful and our daughter has settled in very well. They have taken the time to really get to know our daughter, her likes and dislikes and this really helps in settling into the nursery, especially as our daughter was a little teary at drop off. The outdoor space is brilliant
and our daughter really enjoys playing. The activities carried out are enjoyable and stimulating. I have been really pleased with the variety of things to do. Overall a great experience for our daughter and us.
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Review from Shalini A (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been at Brightsparks in Woodcote for 14 months.
Once he was settled in, he loved it.
His 2 key workers have been great with him - he even talks about them at home.
He has learnt a lot at nursery, from all his animals to his nursery rhymes and even using please, thank you and bless you!
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am so pleased with the care he has received.
He has more fun at nursery than he does at home!
I would definitely recommend them to a friend.
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Review from Silvia P (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We enrolled at Brightsparks Woodcote as it's small and cosy. Our daughter has attended since she was fifteen months. She's now two years and nine months.
She loves it there and I am sure that she will miss it a lot.
The staff are wonderful not just to my child but to all the children. We are sad
to be leaving. My daughter enjoys the daily planned activities and never wants to leave and is usually exhausted from all the fun.
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Review from Jodie B (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been here from 8 months to 3 years and has enjoyed every single minute. The staff are amazing, extremely professional and really know their EYFS. They continually give me reports and updates on her progress and show real dedication and passion. The nursery staff are very helpful and cater
for all needs and they have helped me out a few times in need.
Reply from Laura Symons, Nursery Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley
Many thanks.
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Review from Dan C (Father of Child) published on 3 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All three of our children have been at Brightsparks and they have all loved it. The staff are awesome and have been great with us over the years.
Reply from Laura Symons, Nursery Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley
Many thanks.
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Review from Scott E (Father of Child) published on 21 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attended this nursery from six months old where he went through all of the rooms. The set up is well organised and the staff friendly and professional. My son has always had a smile on his face when being picked up and has enjoyed the use of all the resources they have available which has included
the outdoor garden space.
We have never had any worries leaving our son. The nursery is very well kept, clean and the food menu is very good. My son has enjoyed his time here.
Reply from Laura, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley
Thank you for your lovely review. Its been a pleasure looking after your son.
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Review from M C (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous staff and care provided to my daughter at this nursery. Brightsparks have nurtured her into a confident young girl. Would highly recommend to all parents looking for a nursery in the area.
Reply from Ann Marie, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley
Thank you for your kind review :)
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Review from Kristofer D (Stepfather of Child) published on 10 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are selected with care and it is obvious they enjoy what they do. The facilities are always kept clean and both the staff and the children take great pride in keeping it that way. Daily reports are good and show each child receives special care from a most professional staff. We just had our
second child and she will most definitely be receiving Brightsparks phenomenal care.


Thanks for consistently upholding such a high standard and we look forward to our continued relationship as we partner to raise our young family. Please don't change!

Reply from Ann Marie, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley
Thank you for your kind review.
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Review from Kim (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our son has been going to Brightsparks Day Nursery for nearly 2 years. As a result, he is a very confident child and has developed very well during that period. The staff are extremely professional, friendly and approachable. They are willing to listen and deal with any concerns you might raise and
provide good solutions.
The activities for the children are varied and fun and I'm reliably informed that our son enjoys himself immensely. We are confident that our son is looked after in a friendly safe environment so have never had any worries.
Brightsparks was initially recommended to us by a friend whose children had attended a few years ago and we are extremely happy that we took her advice. In turn, we will ensure we also recommend Brightsparks to our friends and family.
Reply from Ann Marie, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley
Thank you for your kind words :)
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Review from Nicole S (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brightsparks is a really friendly environment, the staff have welcomed myself and my daughter to their nursery and have settled and bonded with my child which is lovely. I know she is in a safe, clean and friendly environment to help her learn and grow! Will happily recommend to everyone and anyone
who is looking for a good nursery!
Reply from Ann Marie, Manager at Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley
Thank you for your kind words.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.850)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.850) out of 10 for Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley 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 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 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 4.850 for Brightsparks Day Nursery, Purley is calculated as follows: ( (194 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 227 Ratings = 4.85
  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, Purley 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 60 number of registered child places is 12, which has been reached with 19 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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