Bright Horizons Wilmington Day Nursery and Preschool

Wilmington Grammar School, Common Lane, Wilmington, Dartford DA2 7EU
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Bright Horizons Wilmington is a bright, stimulating nursing and was rated 'Good' by Ofsted in November 2021.

The nursery works in conjunction with parents to enable regular updates and meetings. There are three different age-specific rooms to focus on the different age group abilities. The activities are set out daily and ICT resources, such as interactive computers and smart boards, are used to enhance learning and develop further skills. The Nursery has 5 rooms catering for children aged from 3 months to 4 years old.

Bright Horizons Wilmington completed a total full nursery refurbishment in 2019. Throughout the nursery, they have had all new flooring installed, new baby room layout all the rooms painted and refreshed.

The garden is split into two areas - one for the under twos and the other for the older children.

Staff are experienced in maintaining a day care environment that is friendly and respectful, at the same time as adhering to high standards of security and cleanliness.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 37

Total Places for Children

  • 97

Age Range

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

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 & Christmas

Bright Horizons Wilmington Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (115)

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Bright Horizons Wilmington Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.902) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Wilmington Day Nursery and Preschool has 115 reviews.

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Review from Lauren K (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nursery staff are amazing, really helped settle my little boy into nursery well, making sure they knew all the little details to help him settle, going above and beyond ie making the whole process better.


My little boy has absolutely thrived since starting the nursery, the rooms always look exciting

with lots of stimulating activities out for him to get involved in and has also really helped his confidence. I would highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Amanda J (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two children who attend Wilmington Day Nursery and Preschool. My eldest is currently in nursery and my youngest is in Toddler 1. They have both been attending since September 2018 and I cannot tell you how happy we all are that we chose this nursery. The girls have both settled quickly and love
attending. So much so that my eldest complains she can't go to nursery at weekends. My youngest can be quite shy but thanks to the team in Toddler 1. She really is starting to come out of her shell. Thanks for your hard work.
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Review from Rebecca H (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We were delighted when our daughter secured a place at this nursery.
The staff are always so friendly and positive. Our daughter has settled in so well over the last 6 months and that is down to the amazing team.
The facilities are always clean and the children are always busy doing lots of different
activities.
We cannot fault the services and would definitely recommend the nursery to friends.
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Review from Karen B (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really good opportunity to discuss how our child is doing at nursery, their development and the next goals. Although we get regular feedback on each time our child is at nursery, it was great to be able to hear more about his development and what he gets up to there.
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Review from Emily G (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a new parent of a 10 month old I have been made to feel very welcome and the staff have made me feel reassured about leaving my daughter. The nursery is very clean and bright and they have great resources.
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Review from Maggie B (Grandmother of Child) published on 29 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is a happy environment. Children always happy to come to nursery. Generally a nice experience.
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Review from E C (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We had two personal recommendations for Wilmington Day Nursery and I'm very happy that we chose it as the nursery for our daughter who started there at 12 months old. The long settling in period suited her well, and she thrives in the nursery routine. We are most pleased with the staff in her room,
whom our daughter likes a lot. She also sleeps and eats better at nursery than she does at home!
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Review from Tanya M (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Asquith Wilmington Day Nursery & Pre-School is a lovely nursery with staff members that really want to help as much as they can. Through our settling sessions they were understanding towards me and patient with my daughter who now waves goodbye to me at the classroom door.
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Review from Sarah P (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend Asquith Wilmington Nursery to any parent. They really put me at ease with my first child who is now five and I'm still as happy now with my second, who is two.
The staff are all amazing and friendly and I feel at ease knowing my child is happy when I leave her.
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Review from Katie M (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's never easy leaving your children but Asquith made the whole process as stress-free as it could be. The staff are friendly and accommodating and I feel listened to, which I am grateful for. My son loves his nursery days and my daughter is starting in September. I know she will be in safe hands.
I am grateful that I will have one less thing to worry about when I go back to work. Thank you, Asquith Nursery!
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Review from Hannah D (Mother of Child) published on 4 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff at Wilmington Day Nursery are always friendly and welcoming. My child enjoys going to nursery and talks about her keyworker and room staff in high spirits. I would recommend this nursery to anyone. My child learns something new every session, great encouragement by the staff for learning.
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Review from Jamie B (Father of Child) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wilmington Day Nursery are an absolute pleasure. Our son is always happy to attend. He has made some great friends. The staff are professional, friendly and super lovely.
We wouldn't hesitate to recommend the nursery to other parents.
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Review from Annabelle J (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has absolutely loved his time at Wilmington Day Nursery. It is a home away from home for him. Thanks to the wonderfully welcoming and accommodating staff.
A super environment for children to flourish and learn.
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Review from Elaine R (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is simply excellent. Both of my daughters attended over a period of six years and the care they have received has been exemplary. Both girls have come on so well in the care of the lovely staff at Wilmington.
As a parent, I couldn't have asked for better.
Thank you.
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Review from M S (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery, my daughter has developed into a very confident, outgoing child since beginning here at 20 months.
Staff are great and look after the kids really well.
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Review from M K (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We are really pleased with the nursery, especially the new facilities in the new pre-school building.
All three of our children have had a lovely experience here to prepare them for school.
We would recommend to others.
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Review from C L (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been extremely happy to be part of the Wilmington Day Nursery 'family'.
My daughter has thoroughly enjoyed her time here and has developed beyond our expectations.
We will be sad to say goodbye but thanks to the staff here, my daughter is more than ready for her next chapter.
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Review from Kerry C (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery for my boys, very supportive. Fantastic staff.
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Review from M P (Father of Child) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the outset, the staff, environment, food, facilities and learning program have all been at a wonderful standard. My daughter enjoys her days here, has taken to the staff so much as to the other children and looks forward to her nursery days.
Her development moves on leaps and bounds whilst here,
including language, play and eating.
I think she has a lifelong friend in the head chef! All in all, this is a wonderful nursery and a great place to prepare any child for school.
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Review from Shelby D (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little girl has had a lovely two years at Asquith. She has developed so quickly since joining.
The staff form great relationships with the children which creates an excellent environment for them to grow and learn.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.902)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.902) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Wilmington 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 35 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 35 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 4.902 for Bright Horizons Wilmington Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (381 Excellents x 5) + (37 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 420 Ratings = 4.902
  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 Wilmington Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 35 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 97 number of registered child places is 19.4, which has been reached with 35 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)

Carrie

Carrie

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Carrie has a wealth of knowledge in the childcare industry, having been with the company since 2008. She started her career as a Nursery Nurse and has worked her way up to Nursery Manager. Carrie enjoys supporting and coaching her staff team to ensure that they are delivering high-quality childcare. Her favourite thing about working with children is seeing them develop from babies to young people and being able to share their achievements with them.

Jade

Jade

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2017

Jade has been working for Bright Horizons since 2017, where she started as a Nursery Nurse. She continued my professional development by completing a degree in the early years of 2020.


It is her passion to develop confident practitioners in their own practice to ensure they are contributing positively to children’s learning and developmental needs.


The rewarding thing about having a career in the early years is knowing that all carers are making a positive difference in children’s and families lives.

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