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Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

2-4 Grangeview Road, Whetstone, London N20 9EA
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Our son loved attending and would get excited about going there in the morningsNeha P(Mother of Child)
Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool, London
Thank you for helping develop my son into the happy, confident child he is nowCarly N(Mother of Child)
Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool, London
Excellent care and support for my son who has special needsHelen(Mother of Child)
Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool, London

AN OUTSTANDING AND WELCOMING NURSERY IN WHETSONE

Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool is a well-resourced and purpose-built nursery carefully designed to support your child’s education and development, from 3 months to 5 years.


The nursery offers children a warm, cosy environment where each age-appropriate room has play and learning resources to engage the natural curiosity of your child. They have a glass wall that separates the two-to-three year old room from the...  

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Nicole (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 48

Age Range

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (39)

9.5

Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.490) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool has 39 reviews.

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Review from D R (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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All staff are so helpful and are so caring towards all the children. At the end of each day, staff generally give good feedback telling us how our child behaved, how he interacted with friends, as well as funny moments that happened throughout the day. This helps us to have more detailed conversations with our child about his day.

Our child has developed so much since starting the nursery. He is happy to go in most days and has built special relationships with all the staff.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear how well your child is doing and that our daily updates help you connect with his experiences. It's wonderful to know he's happy, growing, and forming strong bonds with the team.

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Review from Sarah S (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending this wonderful setting for four years and has always been happy and content. The staff are truly lovely, and he has settled in beautifully. As this is his final year, we will be so sad to leave the Bright Horizons family. We're incredibly grateful for all the care, support, and happy memories.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your heartfelt message. It's been a joy to watch your son grow over the past four years. The team are so grateful to have been part of his early years and will miss him dearly. Wishing you all the best on your next chapter.

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Review from K E (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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Bright Horizons Whetstone have been absolutely amazing from the day of viewing the nursery up until now. My son started at the nursery from 9 months old and he is now 17 months and thriving. The staff have all been so wonderful and accommodating as my son had additional health needs. I couldn't recommend this nursery more. It is honestly such a great nursery!!

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation. We're delighted to hear your son is thriving and that you've felt supported throughout his journey with us.

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Review from Ozlem Silan C (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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Thank you for everything you have done for our baby. After moving from a foreign country to the UK, our daughter started at this school almost immediately. She didn't know any English and it was her first time attending school. Thanks to the support of her teachers and the whole team, we were able to get through this process in the best possible way. Thank you very much for everything.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We're honoured to support your daughter's journey and proud to have helped her settle in and thrive.

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Review from F H (Mother of Child) published on 5 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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Following a not so great experience with another local nursery, i chose this nursery following a recommendation from a group of mums i met in the park.
I was very nervous to move my 20 month old as she is quite attached to me and was struggling for months with drop offs at her other nursery.
However, the management team have been paitent, friendly and understanding with us and staff in the room are amazing with our baby, you can really see what lovely bonds they have with the childen in their group.
We often walk in to see the staff chatting and laughing in the office with the manager which also reassures us of the happy environment for everyone.
My daughter now goes in happy and often waits at the door with her backpack ready to go.

We get to see daily photos of what our little ones doing, the environment is beautiful and the activities always look fun and engaging.

I will recommend this nursery until the cows come home haha.

Thank you to the whetstone team x

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We're thrilled to hear how well your daughter has settled and that you feel supported by our team. Your recommendation means the world to us.

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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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My child has been at this nursery for over a year now and I couldn't have picked a better place for her. She is happy and thriving which gives me peace of mind when I drop her off each day.
The nursery is well organised, staff are friendly and welcoming and provide regular updates of my daughters day.

I'd highly recommend this nursery to other parents in the local area

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're so happy to hear your daughter is thriving with us. Thank you for your recommendation.

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Review from R D (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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We joined BH after a negative experience at another nursery so imagine my nerves!! But my nerves have been put to rest the managers warm yet professional manner put me at ease almost instantly and this manner filters through the whole nursery everyone is friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable I love that all staff know all children regardless of which room they are in.
My daughter speaks of nursery at home (staff and friends) and can't wait to get through the door each day, the experiences and resources provided are out of this world and I have seen tons of progress in my daughter since attending here.

I have no doubts in recommending this nursery to anyone looking for a safe, loving and nurturing environment for their child.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your lovely review. We're so glad to hear your daughter is enjoying her time with us and making great progress. Thank you for your recommendation.

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Review from C I (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2024 Submitted via Website
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After joining this nursery in January 2024, I have been so impressed by absolutely everyone who works here. I feel very pleased with my decision to send my daughter here and will continue to do so!
The nursery is always a clean and exciting environment for the children. Staff members really put effort and care into the children every single day and always have something fun planned for the children to do.
My daughter has excelled so much since attending this nursery!

Thank you Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool!

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you're happy with your decision and that your daughter is thriving at Bright Horizons Whetstone.

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Review from E U (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2024 Submitted via Website
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Outstanding nursery with a lovely and welcoming staff who cares about children's wellbeing, development and education whilst providing warmth and joy. My son has been blossoming since joining the nursery and has made many friends. Creativity & Curiosity are at the centre of his days which is so empowering at this early age.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your review. We're thrilled to learn that you have a wonderful experience at our nursery. Thank you for choosing us!

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Review from C L (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been there since 3 months old and now almost 3 years old. They have been fantastic at every one of her development stages. All the staff are very caring and every adult knows every child personally. It’s like a big family. I would recommend highly!

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you so much for your positive feedback and for recommending us!

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Review from R H (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our eldest child has been attending Bright Horizons Whetstone since Nov 2021, and our youngest started in June 2023. It’s been a great experience both times. The staff are super attentive, and go the extra mile to get your little one settled in. They are always so friendly, enthusiastic and always ready to answer questions from an anxious Mummy! I couldn’t recommend this nursery more!

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you so much for your positive feedback and for recommending us!

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Review from Maryia I (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Couldn’t be happy with the nursery.
I was a bit worried about the transition from our childminder, but it went so well.
The team is just amazing and my kid loves it there!

The working hours are perfect for the working parent's schedule as well.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.

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Review from Rachel P (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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We love all the staff here! Thank you for everything you have done for both the girls. They love (d) their time here! Unicorns have been a great precursor to starting school. Thank you so much.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.

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Review from G B (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Both our children are at the Whetstone Nursery. They are there full-time, so spend about 40 hours a week at the nursery. They absolutely love going every day. They are excited about all the activities they are doing and playing with their friends. We find the staff phenomenal; very caring and always with an eye on the personal development of our children. We also find them very flexible; so feels like a true partnership. Anyone who asks, I only ever highly recommend the nursery.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

We're thrilled to hear your children enjoy Whetstone Nursery! We greatly appreciate your kind words about our caring and flexible staff. Thank you for your high recommendation!

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Review from M H (Father of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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The staff at Bright Horizons are fantastic. Friendly, kind, caring and happy.
My kids love going in and I trust them completely.

The kids are welcomed every day, and we’re very happy to send our children in.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your 5-star review and for sharing your positive feedback with us!

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Review from Elina K (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My son started here in September when he was 14 months old. I can't stress enough how caring all the staff are. They helped him settle in really well. He loves it here now and I can see many positive developments in him as a child. The environment encourages learning and play and the food is really good too!

Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Thank you for your review. We're thrilled to learn that you have a wonderful experience at our nursery. Thank you for choosing us!

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Review from Claire B (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been going here for over a year now and we are all very happy with the nursery. The staff are all lovely and always ready to lend a hand in the mornings where she might be feeling reluctant to say goodbye. It's nice to get photos and updates throughout the day via the app as it's always reassuring to see her having a nice time with her friends.

Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us feedback. Do let the nursery know if there is anything we can improve?

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Review from N C (Mother of Child) published on 9 December 2022 Submitted via Website
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Our baby started nursery a couple of months ago at eight months old. We had a lot of worries about our baby starting nursery so little. The staff have been amazing since day one. Our baby is well looked after by kind and caring staff and has settled in well. Our baby is so happy and thriving at the nursery. She does a lot of structured activities and seems to enjoy them. This is evidenced by video clips and pictures uploaded on the app by the staff frequently. Overall, we are happy to have chosen this nursery for our baby.

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Review from Iuliana M (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter attends Bright Horizons. She and I love it! The teachers are great and very helpful. The lesson plans and curriculum are encouraging and promising. The atmosphere is well thought out and just a beautiful place for children to grow/develop. Within my daughter's first week of attending, she already came home with new skills! I would highly recommend this facility to anyone in search of quality early childhood education for their children or grandchildren. After all, children are our future.

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Review from N C (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Bright Horizons, Whetstone, has been so supportive to our child and family as a whole. Our son loves his nursery and as first-time parents, the staff have supported us through the development of our son, such as sleeping habits etc. When he is in nursery, both his father and I, are at peace at work, as we truly believe that he is in good hands and well looked after. We love the staff.

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  • Posted: Tuesday 21 Jan 20252025 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...
  • Posted: Wednesday 24 Jul 2024Bright Horizons is celebrating a full house of Great Place to Work™ honours, with its latest listing - 13th in the Great Place to Work™ list for Women. This is...
  • Posted: Thursday 27 Jun 2024The 2024 UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ was launched this morning by Great Place To Work® UK, recognising Bright Horizons as 17th out of fifty companies on the Super Large...
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Nicole Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2020
Nicole

From a young age, Nicole has always had a passion for early years education. Her childcare journey began in 2008 as a student assistant, progressing to nursery assistant soon after.

Nicole joined Bright Horizons in February 2012 at the Southgate Nursery, where she worked as a nursery nurse for nearly a year before becoming a room leader — a role she proudly held for five years. She later advanced to third in charge, and in 2020 became the Deputy Manager at Bright Horizons Whetstone Nursery.

Having fallen in love with Whetstone’s warm and nurturing environment, Nicole was delighted to step into the role of Nursery Manager in April 2024.

She wholeheartedly embraces the Bright Horizons mission and finds nothing more rewarding than watching children grow, learn and reach their full potential during their time at the nursery.

Irene Job Title: Deputy Manager
Irene

Irene’s journey in education began in 2013 when she started her degree to become a Primary School Teacher in Spain. In 2018, she moved to London, where she continued working as an Early Years Teacher across multiple nurseries and schools.

In 2022, Irene joined Bright Horizons in Whetstone as the Preschool Room Leader. She later progressed to Third in Charge and SENCo, and in 2025, she stepped into the position of Deputy Manager.

Irene’s main objectives are to ensure that all children are given the best possible start in life, to support their development, and to provide a strong, nurturing partnership with families and the team.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

What is the Age Range of Children that Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool accepts?

Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool Open?

Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool is open: 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.

How many Children does Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool have capacity for?

Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 48 Children.

How far is Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool to the centre of London?

9.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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