The whole atmosphere is welcoming, including management and room teachersA B(Mother of Child)
I would recommend this nursery to anyoneL C(Mother of Child)
I have been so impressed with how the preschool room have prepared my son for schoolK F(Mother of Child)
The whole atmosphere is welcoming, including management and room teachersA B(Mother of Child)
I would recommend this nursery to anyoneL C(Mother of Child)
I have been so impressed with how the preschool room have prepared my son for schoolK F(Mother of Child)
A light and spacious nursery in Canterbury
Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool has plenty of space for children to learn and explore, with three bright and airy age-specific rooms. Offering high quality care and education for babies from 3 months to children aged five with the additional benefit of having extended opening times from 7.30am – 6.30pm.
Each room is filled with age-appropriate resources and equipment such as the state-of-the-art interactive whiteboard...
Funding & Fees
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Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Mandy (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 45
Total Places for Children
- 143
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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 & Christmas
Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (106)
Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.806) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool has 106 reviews.
My son has attended this nursery since he was 10 months old. The staff here have helped him grow and learn and have formed strong bonds with him. He is going to school in September and will miss his keyworker especially. The children are offered varied meals and get to spend a lot of time outside. I love to see the different arts and crafts projects he brings home and appreciate detailed handovers. It's hard leaving him with someone else all day but reassuring to know he is happy and well cared for.
Thank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased to hear how warmly supported your son has been since joining us and that he's formed such strong bonds, especially with his key worker. It's wonderful to know he's enjoyed the outdoor time, varied meals, creative activities, and that you've found...
We are so happy here at Bright Horizons. My little girl has learnt so much and comes home every day smiling and telling me about her day. Thank you to all the wonderful staff for the amazing messy play activities you do and time you take at the end of the day to tell me how my little one has got on. Personally I love the size of the nursery as it gives a school feel which I believe has been beneficial to my daughter in prep for pre-school/school. The new refurbishments are great, it feels like a brand new nursery. I would 100% recommend you to friends and family. Thank you!
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're so pleased your daughter is enjoying her time with us and benefiting from the nursery environment. Thank you for your recommendation.
I have two children at Bright Horizons Canterbury. My daughter has just attended her graduation and we could not be happier with the Bright Horizons team in Canterbury. They have been amazing and I could not have wanted more for my children. Thank you very much.
Thank you for your kind words. We're delighted both your children have had such a positive experience and we're so pleased graduation was a happy and memorable occasion for your family.
Very happy.
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The building since renovation is excellent.
My son is very happy and very settled here.
The top down approach for management really shows - they know the children by name though they are not dealing directly with the children. Everyone greets you with big smiles!
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear your son is happy and settled, and that you appreciate our caring staff and renovated environment. It's wonderful to know our management's approach and friendly team make such a positive difference!
Never had any issues, very happy with the service received so far, with particular thanks to the staff, absolutely amazing + wee feel very safe leaving our kids in their care!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad you feel happy and safe with the care our amazing staff provide.
We are very happy with how our son has developed while at Bright Horizons.
Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We're delighted to hear how well your son has developed with us.
Our son is happy at Bright Horizons Canterbury, he has made friends and bonds with his carers.
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to receive your positive feedback and we're thrilled to hear your son is thriving at our nursery.
Can't fault. Staff are friendly and my son seems to love it which is the maint thing!
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
The staff have been amazing and have put me at ease every day. They treat my little girl like their own, I couldn't ask for any more. The app is unreal, I can see what she's eaten and how long she has slept for which also makes nursery less daunting for me.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that the team has made you feel at ease and that your little girl is treated with so much care.
Really caring staff. Have 2 children here and would recommend to others. Management generally quick to respond to queries.
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you're happy with the care your children receive. Thank you for your recommendation.
Staff are friendly and welcoming and have helped to make our babies experience personal to them. They have helped us feel calm when one hasn't been well and have looked after her as she transitioned between rooms. Her care has been at the forefront of every decision.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with the team.
A really lovely, caring nursery that has looked after our boys for several years now. We trust the team absolutely. Many have known our boys since we first started and we love the relationships that we have all built.
Thank you for your five star review! We're so glad to hear that you've had such a positive experience with the team over the years. Building strong relationships with families is incredibly important to Bright Horizons.
Really friendly nursery/preschool who have helped my daughter through some morning anxieties. She really enjoys going and has made some great friends. Great activities - she always comes home having taken part in a wide range, both outside and inside.
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that our team has helped your daughter through her morning anxieties and that she enjoys attending and making friends. It's wonderful to know she participates in a wide range of activities. Your feedback means a lot to us!
All three of our children have attended this place at some stage or another. Overall, we have been happy with the experience and teaching provided. The change in policy regarding two full days we found frustrating but we know it's nothing to do with the people working at this particular Bright Horizons.
Thank you for your review. We're thrilled to learn that you have a wonderful experience at our nursery and we apologise that we had to change our booking policy. Thank you for your understanding.
I could not be more satisfied on how my daughter progressed and grew up with the help of all the teachers and the most caring manager who went above and beyond to make sure my daughter was happy and cared for.
Thank you for your five-star review and for sharing your positive feedback with us!
Cannot fault this nursery. Recommend it to everyone. If I had another child, I would send them here without a doubt. Staff are 10/10 also.
Thank you for your review. We're thrilled to learn that you have a wonderful experience at our nursery. Thank you for choosing us!
Lovely nursery, friendly staff. Always smiling on the way in and lots of talk about at the end of the day. It's not just about getting through the day, it's making the most of it through learning and play.
Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted that you find our nursery lovely and our staff friendly.
Our 4-year-old graduates to school this year and we will be sad to see him leave Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool. He always looks forward to coming and has lots of friends here.
Thank you for your lovely review! We're sad to see your 4-year-old graduate but thrilled to hear he's had such a positive experience with us. It's wonderful that he has enjoyed coming and made many friends.
Also, he was born premature and had some development delays which they continuously tracked and supported. I am personally very happy with the nursery and staff.
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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News (3) & Events (0)
- 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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Awards / Recognitions (4)
- Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions LtdDate: Tuesday 30 Apr 2019
- Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions LtdDate: Thursday 01 Mar 2018
- Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions LtdDate: Wednesday 01 Mar 2017
Meet the Team (2)
Hello, I am the Nursery Manager at Canterbury Nursery.
I've worked for 13 years in various schools, nurseries and preschools. I have an Early Years qualification in Childcare and Young Families, her role also includes Nursery SENCO Health & Safety Lead and Designated Safeguarding Manager.
I am my team works closely with families to meet their childcare needs, offering bespoke free settling-in sessions and home visits to welcome new families. The staff team are both established and experienced practitioners who feel passionate about offering high-quality care and education for children.
Naomi has over 21 years of experience in childcare, including 11 years at Bright Horizons. She began her career as an apprentice and has progressed into her current role as Deputy Manager, gaining experience across all age groups. Naomi also has SENCO experience and is passionate about supporting children with additional needs. In her leadership role, she is committed to supporting and role-modelling best practice for staff, helping create a nurturing and positive early learning environment for all children.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool
What is the Age Range of Children that Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool accepts?
Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool Open?
Bright Horizons Canterbury 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 Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool have capacity for?
Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 143 Children.
How far is Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool to the centre of Canterbury?
0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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