Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool

60 Gibson Drive, Kings Hill, West Malling ME19 4AN
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9.9 114 Reviews
  • Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool, West Malling
AN EXCITING AND MOTIVATING NURSERY IN KINGS HILL

Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool is specially designed to support your child’s wellbeing, learning and development from the age of 3 months to 5 years. This purpose-built setting is in the heart of Kings Hill, making it a convenient location for parents working or living in the area.
Each of the seven rooms is airy and spacious, with facilities and activities developed for the age and stage of your child. The team nurture and encourage the children, using their interests as the basis for learning. Building blocks, heuristic play and kitchen role-play areas encourage imaginative learning, while messy play and arts support children’s creative skills and fine motor skills. The Under 2s room includes separate sleep and sensory rooms, enabling the experienced staff team to meet children’s individual routines. Babies are supported in walking, early phonics and motor skills, whilst older children learn early literacy and mathematics that supports their school readiness.
Kings Hill nursery has two refurbished gardens that offer a large outdoor space for children to explore, discover and play. From tricycles and a climbing frame to agility equipment, such as hoops, balls and bats, there are plenty of activities to help develop their balance and coordination. They even have a shaded seating area for those warmer sunny days.
The nursery in Kings Hill is right on the Southern edge of the business park, with its own large car park making drop-off and pick-up easier for you.
It is an all-inclusive nursery, which means meals, snacks, milk and nappies are all included in your fees.

The highly qualified team helped to secure a Good rating in their latest Ofsted inspection (December 2017).

The team at Kings Hill look forward to welcoming you to the nursery setting.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 45

Total Places for Children

  • 129

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (114)

9.9

Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.881) out of 10, based on 49 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool has 114 reviews.

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Review from Carly S (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both children have attended, and both different but amazing experiences. Staff have gone above and to settle and help my first daughter. She still talks fondly of it now. My son now attends and loves it there. He enjoys all the activities indoors - messy play is great, and good group games too. Lovely
space outside, which is great and again keeps him very entertained. I love being kept up to day with pictures. Any issues or queries have been dealt with promptly. Always greeted when we arrive and leave. Overall, so, so happy.
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Review from K M (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son transitions from the baby to the toddler room and has done so with ease. This is due to the amazing staff who have been supporting him. He feels love and security in both rooms with all members of staff and has a smile on his face at every drop-off.
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Review from A W (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My almost 3 years old twins started attending a year ago at the nursery. They absolutely love going in every morning. The staff are simply amazing and make both the children and myself feel at ease. I’m grateful I can leave my children with people who I trust and who care for them and are doing their
best to support them. I couldn’t recommend the nursery enough to anyone. The nursery is well catered for, clean and tidy and very professional. They use the update app every day so I know how much the twins ate, when they had changes and what activities they did during the day.
Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a 5-star rating – it’s much appreciated!
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Review from Aaron M (Father of Child) published on 13 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so glad we decided to send our son here - he is thriving and has grown so much in confidence, he is always very happy to go to nursery.
My son has made some lovely friends and has some really good bonds with the staff. He takes part in lots of different activities each week.
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variety of different foods at nursery which he enjoys.
The staff are all lovely and very friendly. My partner and I love the app where we are updated on what he has eaten / slept / toileting and what he has been up to each day. We absolutely love receiving the pictures where we can see he is truly happy.
Highly recommend this nursery.
Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. It is wonderful to hear that your son is thriving in our nursery.
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Review from H W (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’m so happy that I decided to send my daughter to this nursery. The staff in her room have been nothing but amazing they have been so supportive and kind and they are so lovely! My daughter has such a great bond with them which is so nice to see! The ladies generally care for the children and you can
see this even when you are just dropping and picking up your child. The ladies in her room are always able to tell me how her day has been, what she’s been doing, friends she’s played with, how much she has eaten, gone to the toilet etc. The nursery has been so helpful when changing my daughter's days, nothing has been a problem and they were really understanding and accommodating. I would just like to thank you from a happy daughter and family!
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Review from Paulina L (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When we first arrived at the nursery, we met the manager, who inspired us with confidence our daughter would be in an environment that promoted her learning and well-being. So far, the carers, who've been interacting, playing and updating us about our daughter's day have made us extremely happy we chose
this nursery. From the initial days of dropping her off with tears and tears, even when we've picked her up, now she seems happy and content. I think she really enjoys her stay at this wonderful nursery. When we were looking for a nursery, it was important that not only would she receive daily care, but also learn in an environment where the child, caregivers and the other children demonstrate good behaviour. We believe our child is getting the best start in life from the Bright Horizons team.
Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool
Hello and thank you for your review. We are so pleased your daughter is growing in confidence and learning everyday with our team. We look forward to working closely with you and your family as we…read more
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Review from Tamara W (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The key worker in the preschool has been particularly attentive and warm to my child. She has enabled him to settle in comfortably with no problems, and she has very much put me at ease.
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Review from Tara S (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in September 2022. Didn't take him long to settle in and now he absolutely loves going. He attends on a Thursday and Friday and looks forward to it every week. He idolises his preschool teachers. The staff really care about the children,
I can't fault them at all. My son was hardly talking and was still in nappies when he started. Now his speech is brilliant and he is clean throughout the day.
Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool
Hi Tara, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review. We are so pleased your son is loving his nursery. We will share this with the team to let them know how we are doing.
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Review from Jo B (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bright Horizons, Kings Hill, is a fantastic nursery. My three-year-old son has attended for the past two years and absolutely loves it. Sending a child to nursery after a year in lockdown was daunting, but my expectations have been exceeded from day one. My little boy suffered from glue ear which resulted
in a slight speech delay. Nursery have been so supportive with this, working alongside his speech therapist to really help him progress. All staff are lovely and genuinely care about the children. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this nursery.
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Review from Margaret P (Mother of Child) published on 2 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have a happy review for Kings Hill. I have nothing but praise for all the staff that look after my son. The care and love received to him is all that I can imagine. He is well looked after and he always comes home happy. The staff meet all his needs on a daily basis. I will always recommend Kings
Hill to anyone looking to have their child at the nursery. I receive updated information on a daily basis and wonderful photos of him happy and content and I can't wish for anything more.
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Review from Emma D (Mother of Child) published on 2 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son started at Bright Horizons Kings Hill, only in May, and has settled in amazingly. This is down to the amazing staff, who do such a fantastic job. I was really nervous about him going to nursery as I didn’t know how he would adjust, but he goes in every day with a smile and comes home happy which
makes it so much easier for us. The app is great and regularly updated - the only way I think it could be improved would be more photos please! But great facilities, the food selection is brilliant, overall a really positive experience.
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Review from K H (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery!
Would welcome a sibling discount!
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Review from Hems M (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Words cannot explain how much I love this nursery and preschool. I have two little ones here, one who is leaving and has been here almost 4 years! And my 15 month old who has been here 6 months. I feel totally at ease when I drop them off and am grateful for how caring and loving all the staff are towards
my children (and me!). They are like our second family and know my children very well. Being an all year round nursery is ideal for us as working parents and they are always happy to accommodate ad hoc days when we need them. The daily updates via the family app are great and I love seeing how much fun they are having with pictures and videos. The food is varied and of a high quality and both my children eat very well! I cannot recommend this nursery and preschool enough and will be very emotional when my son leaves. He has learned so much and has thoroughly enjoyed his time here, ready and prepared for his next adventure at school. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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Review from Christie G (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
Been really disappointed with this nursery. Long drop off and pickups every day. Staff turnover seems to be very high. For babies there isn’t suitable sleeping arrangements – my daughter (11 months) has come home some days having only had a 10 min nap in the entire day. We were told her routine would
be followed but can see from her write up sheet that it has not been. 20% more expensive than other chains in the area and fees went up in her first 8 weeks there. One day we were turned away at the door and told our daughter didn’t have her space that day because of staff shortages – this is unacceptable for working parents. Another day we had to wait in the car until a staff member arrived at work (after opening time). This is one of the only local nurseries that gives you a piece of paper at the end of the day instead of using an app (seriously even childminders use apps now). My concerns were dismissed by management until I raised them with head office. We have decided to move her.
Reply from Katherine O'Brien, Online Marketing at Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool
We are really sorry to read of your concerns and that you have changed nursery settings for your little one.
I see you have already been in touch with our Senior team and they have confirmed they…read more
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Review from Beth B (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has spent a happy three years at Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool and my son has just joined her. She has developed so much under their care and has made great friends. All of the staff are so caring and have a real bond with both of my children. My son settled easily
after just one session and now reaches out with his arms stretched to meet his key worker in the mornings. I would highly recommend the nursery, it has been great for both my children and they are so content there. We will be emotional to see my daughter graduate this summer but she is well prepared for school thanks to the nursery.
Reply from Katherine O'Brien, Online Marketing at Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for taking the time to review our Kings Hill setting, it is great to read that your son has settled well and we wish your little girl all the best for when she embarks on her journey to 'Big…read more
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Review from Ruth W (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves the pre-school and has learnt a lot since being there. She settled very quickly and really enjoys all the crafts, outdoor play and learning. I am very impressed with the variety of things they do each day. My son recently started in the baby room and also settled very quickly. The
staff take a real interest in his development and he really enjoys going each day.
Reply from Katherine O'Brien, Online Marketing at Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for a great review. We are pleased to read how well your son has settled into nursery life. Kind regards, Bright Horizons.
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Review from Heather M (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter's confidence has grown massively since joining this nursery a year ago. She has learnt so much and made lovely friends. I cannot fault anything, the staff are all amazing, the facilities are brilliant, and most importantly, my daughter enjoys it. The children all seem very happy.
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Review from Katharine B (Mother of Child) published on 15 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
He is absolutely loving Pre-school and making great friends. He is enjoying playing in the outdoor space and also the music sessions where he can sing and dance. He is learning so much and comes home telling us all the new things he has learnt that day. A big thank you to the team at Kings Hill for
making learning fun!
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Review from Rachel P (Mother of Child) published on 15 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended this nursery since she was 7-months-old, she is now 3 and a half years of age. The care and attention that she is shown on a daily basis is so lovely to see and really shows in my daughter's attitude towards the nursery. We never have tears before nursery, she doesn’t want to
go, and that is a true testament to the staff.
In a year and a half, we will be moving on to big school, and I can honestly say how sad we will all be to leave. My daughter is expecting a little sister in the next few months and can assure the nursery that they will be our first pick!
Thank you for making it such a fun, loving and exciting place to be.
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Review from Cassie W (Mother of Child) published on 15 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Going to Bright Horizons has really enhanced our son's creative skills and love of the garden. He always comes home with some artwork to show us and is always proud of what he’s been achieving at pre-school, and we feel this will set him up for a great start at school when he goes next year. He had
a great bond with his key worker, and she was always enthusiastic and lively with him, which I think was what he was drawn to. His favourite thing about pre-school is the garden... he always comes out telling us about insects they’ve found or what they’ve been playing out there. It’s a great space for the kids and well thought out. He’s more recently started to learn phonics, which I hadn’t had much luck with at home trying to engage him, and I think pre-school has encouraged him well and his interest has grown of late.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.881)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.881) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool 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 49 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 49 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 4.881 for Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (523 Excellents x 5) + (56 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 586 Ratings = 4.881
  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 Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 49 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 129 number of registered child places is 25.8, which has been reached with 49 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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Meet the Team (2)

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Sam

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2021

Sam has been working for Bright Horizons since 2006, starting as a Nursery Nurse and advancing to senior management in 2011. Throughout her career, she has worked in various nurseries and now looks forward to managing and meeting the families at the Kings Hill setting.


Sam is passionate about providing high-quality care and a safe and secure environment for all children. She often spends time observing and mentoring staff as well as interacting with the children. She is deeply committed to ensuring that the company's vision of "Keeping Everyone Safe" is clearly evident in the nursery.

Karissa

Karissa

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Karissa joined Bright Horizons in 2021 as a Deputy Manager and has also spent time stepping up to cover a Manager role, which gave her the chance to put her skills and knowledge into practice. After maternity leave in 2023, she returned to Kings Hill as Deputy Manager in July 2024.


Karissa is passionate about creating a safe, welcoming environment where every child can thrive and every family feels supported. She works closely with the Nursery Manager to ensure children enjoy the best possible care and learning experiences, while also supporting the team’s wellbeing and development. Karissa looks forward to meeting new families at Bright Horizons Kings Hill and continuing to build strong relationships with those already part of the nursery community.

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