I am extremely grateful for the care they provide my son and wouldn't hesitate to recommend themSarah H(Mother of Child)
I am extremely grateful for the care they provide my son and wouldn't hesitate to recommend themSarah H(Mother of Child)
A BRIGHT AND WELCOMING NURSERY IN DARTFORD
The warm, homely nursery in Dartford is designed to support your child’s development from the age of 3 months to 5 years.
They support the youngest children with the transition into nursery through free settling in sessions at the beginning, and fun, engaging activities as they grow with the nursery. For preschoolers, the focus is on the transition from nursery to school. An enriching Ready...
A BRIGHT AND WELCOMING NURSERY IN DARTFORD
The warm, homely nursery in Dartford is designed to support your child’s development from the age of 3 months to 5 years.
They support the youngest children with the transition into nursery through free settling in sessions at the beginning, and fun, engaging activities as they grow with the nursery. For preschoolers, the focus is on the transition from nursery to school. An enriching Ready for School programme gives every child the opportunity to gain knowledge and confidence to thrive in school and beyond.
Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery boasts a stunning outdoor space. There is freeflow access to the gardens so your child can explore outside at their leisure. The garden is also large enough to accommodate chickens that the children enjoy learning about and feeding.
They serve excellent, nutritionally balanced food, prepared daily by their own chef using fresh ingredients. The Creative Cooks activities also aim to install healthy food choices at a young age.
Springfield Lodge nursery is situated in a green area of Dartford, close to Brooklands Lake and Dartford Central Park. They have an onsite car park to make drop-off and pick-up times as safe and convenient for you as possible.
They would love to meet you and your little one, so book a visit today and they will show you everything the nursery has to offer during your own personal tour.
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Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.446) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Preschool has 130 reviews.
We are very impressed with how our child has been looked after. The staff really get to know and cared about our child. He particularly enjoyed forest school and the range of activities during the day, most we continued at home. I have taught secondary education for a decade and had high standards...
We are very impressed with how our child has been looked after. The staff really get to know and cared about our child. He particularly enjoyed forest school and the range of activities during the day, most we continued at home. I have taught secondary education for a decade and had high standards that nursery met and exceeded in his learning and care will be sending my second child as compared with other provision I have seen locally, the care, cleanliness and support available in terms of hours and for parents is unmatched.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your child enjoyed their time with us and benefited from our learning opportunities, including Forest School. It's especially rewarding to know that our care, cleanliness, and family support exceeded your expectations.
Both of my daughters have attended/attend Springfield Lodge. It has been such a fantastic place for them to learn and grow. The staff are friendly, approachable and caring, especially as my youngest took a long time to settle.
They arrange fun family events for parents to attend and are always...
Both of my daughters have attended/attend Springfield Lodge. It has been such a fantastic place for them to learn and grow. The staff are friendly, approachable and caring, especially as my youngest took a long time to settle.
They arrange fun family events for parents to attend and are always thinking of exciting and engaging activities for the kids to do during the day. I will be very sad to say goodbye when my youngest does leave.
A heartfelt thanks to all of the staff who have made the last 5 years so enjoyable for my children.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that both of your daughters have had such a positive experience at Springfield Lodge. It's fantastic to know our caring team, family events and engaging activities have helped make the past five years so special. We truly appreciate...
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that both of your daughters have had such a positive experience at Springfield Lodge. It's fantastic to know our caring team, family events and engaging activities have helped make the past five years so special. We truly appreciate your kind words and are grateful to have been part of your children's learning and development journey.
The building does not have fixed air conditioning. Cooling appears to rely on fans and a single portable air conditioning unit that...
The quality of care is generally good, which makes this stand out all the more. I hope the nursery reviews its approach to managing high indoor temperatures, as it's an area where improvements are needed.
We're sorry to hear your concerns regarding the nursery environment during hot weather. The wellbeing and comfort of the children in our care...
Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you've had a positive experience overall and appreciate your kind comments about our caring team.We're sorry to hear your concerns regarding the nursery environment during hot weather. The wellbeing and comfort of the children in our care are extremely important to us, and we value all feedback as we continuously review and improve our practices. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.
My daughter has been at this nursery for 3 years now and I have nothing but glowing reviews for each member of staff and the management team. I feel safe and happy dropping off my daughter and she runs in with arms open which as a parent helps minimise the guilt! I highly recommend this nursery...
My daughter has been at this nursery for 3 years now and I have nothing but glowing reviews for each member of staff and the management team. I feel safe and happy dropping off my daughter and she runs in with arms open which as a parent helps minimise the guilt! I highly recommend this nursery 10/10
Thank you so much for your kind words and continued trust over the past three years! It means the world to our team to know your daughter feels so happy and secure here. Seeing children run in with smiles on their faces is exactly what we strive for each day. We truly appreciate your recommendation and your support.
Since our son son...
I could not recommend this nursery higher. If you want the absolute best quality for your young child then Bright Horizons Dartford is the place to send them!
Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear how happy your son is at Bright Horizons Dartford and the positive impact it's had on his development. It's lovely to know he's excited to attend each day and that you've had such a positive experience with our team. Your kind words and recommendation mean a great deal to us.
We really couldn't have asked for a better start to our daughter's nursery journey. From day one, you've always put her first, in terms of her wellbeing, her needs, and how she is feeling and that's meant so much to us. Having her in nursery five days a week wasn't easy at first, but it quickly...
Everyone is so kind and caring, and we always really appreciated the personal feedback we received after each day without fail. Based on her progress it is evident that attention was directed at play and learning through play.We're so grateful for everything you've done for her and for us.
Thank you so much for sharing such thoughtful feedback. We're truly grateful for your trust and delighted to hear how positively your daughter's nursery journey has begun. Knowing she feels safe, settled and supported, and that nursery has become like a second home, means so much to us. It's...
Thank you so much for sharing such thoughtful feedback. We're truly grateful for your trust and delighted to hear how positively your daughter's nursery journey has begun. Knowing she feels safe, settled and supported, and that nursery has become like a second home, means so much to us. It's wonderful to hear how strong her bonds with the team have grown and that our communication, care and focus on learning through play have made a real difference for your family. Thank you for your kind words and for allowing us to be part of such an important stage of her development.
If there is an issue, the staff and key person of the child are...
If there is an issue, the staff and key person of the child are available to deal with the query.
Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear that all three of your children have enjoyed their time with us. It's wonderful to know you value our outdoor and free-flow spaces, as well as our friendly and approachable team. We're always here to support with any questions, and we truly appreciate your kind words.
We couldn't be happier with the care our son receives at this nursery. From the moment he started, the team have made him feel safe, settled, and genuinely cared for. The staff are warm, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do, and it's evident that every child is known as an...
Most importantly, our son is happy and confident there, and he looks forward to going. It's reassuring to know he's in such a nurturing, supportive environment, and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend the nursery to other families.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear how well your son has settled and how much he enjoys his days with us. Knowing you value the team's care, the engaging activities, and our communication means a great deal.
In July 2025, our family went through an incredibly difficult time following a bereavement. Throughout this period, Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge went above and beyond to support us. They ensured that my children still had a normal, fun, and happy summer.
Stacey was exceptionally supportive,...
In July 2025, our family went through an incredibly difficult time following a bereavement. Throughout this period, Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge went above and beyond to support us. They ensured that my children still had a normal, fun, and happy summer.
Stacey was exceptionally supportive, offering understanding and reassurance when we needed it most. The staff were also wonderfully kind and attentive, especially towards my son who was new to the nursery. Their patience, warmth, and genuine care made a truly horrible situation bearable.
Since my daughter started attending, she has developed exceptionally well, meeting all her milestones and even surpassing some. It's clear that the nurturing environment and dedicated staff have played a big part in her progress.
I am deeply grateful to everyone at Bright Horizons Springfield lodge.
Thank you for sharing such heartfelt words. We're deeply moved by your experience and grateful for your trust in us. Knowing that our team could bring comfort and joy during such a difficult time means so much. Stacey and the entire Springfield Lodge team will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We're delighted to see your daughter thriving and proud to have supported your family.
She has made great friendships, is a confident learner...
Thank you for everything
Thank you for such a thoughtful review. We're delighted your little one is thriving, making friends, and enjoying nursery with our supportive team!
I've been using this nursery for the past 17 years for all 5 of my children and I cannot fault it at all. The children form wonderful bonds with the key workers and management and it really is like one big family. The wide range of activities planned help the children to grow and develop and...
We love Springfield Lodge!
Thank you for your heartfelt and long-standing support. It's been an honour for the team to care for all five of your children. We're so pleased you value the nursery's activities, celebrations, meals and outdoor spaces.
enough, very good and clean nursery, all staff are very supportive they help my son to be confident and develop good social skills. Thank you everyone.
enough, very good and clean nursery, all staff are very supportive they help my son to be confident and develop good social skills. Thank you everyone.
Thank you for your recommendation. We're so pleased to hear your son has grown in confidence and social skills. Thank you for your review.
My son really enjoys going to nursery. I believe that most of the staff really love working with kids and you can see this how they interact with the children even with the ones that are not in their specific room. They seem to really make an effort to get to know the children, even the management....
My son really enjoys going to nursery. I believe that most of the staff really love working with kids and you can see this how they interact with the children even with the ones that are not in their specific room. They seem to really make an effort to get to know the children, even the management. Receptionist and management are really welcoming and always find time to speak to you if you have any queries or just a quick random chat.
Thank you for your lovely words. We're so pleased your son enjoys nursery and that our whole team's warmth and dedication are felt.
My child has been really happy at Springfield Lodge and we're so pleased we chose it for her. She started very young and it has definitely helped her to be confident and develop good social skills. She has a lot of opportunity to play and learn through a variety of resources and experiences. The...
My child has been really happy at Springfield Lodge and we're so pleased we chose it for her. She started very young and it has definitely helped her to be confident and develop good social skills. She has a lot of opportunity to play and learn through a variety of resources and experiences. The playing field and forest school are good facilities. Children also have the opportunity to appreciate different traditions, celebrations and cultures. The staff are always happy and friendly and clearly care a lot for the children. They always take the time to talk about each child's day at pick up. Ours always leaves happy.
Thank you for your 5-star review and positive feedback; we truly appreciate your kind words about the team.
Found the nursery very good-the staff are all very informed and supportive, keeps the child's safety and best interest at the heart of everything. The nursery is very inclusive and welcoming of diversity.
Found the nursery very good-the staff are all very informed and supportive, keeps the child's safety and best interest at the heart of everything. The nursery is very inclusive and welcoming of diversity.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with the team.
My 3-year-old has been attending nursery here for the past 3 months and I cannot even begin to express how amazing the staff are and how supportive they are of my daughter. Not to mention my little one really came out of her social shell once starting! She absolutely adores her teachers and so do...
Big big thank you to you all.
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so happy to hear that your daughter has come out of her social shell and formed strong bonds with her teachers.
My little girl started nursery for the first time this September and I was so worried she would have a difficult time settling in as she is a lockdown baby but from the moment we stepped foot into Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Preschool, when we were still shopping...
My little girl started nursery for the first time this September and I was so worried she would have a difficult time settling in as she is a lockdown baby but from the moment we stepped foot into Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Preschool, when we were still shopping around for nurseries, my daughter lit up. We were made to feel so comfortable with everything. I loved how transparent the management were, showing us everything we needed to see to make an informed decision. My little one looks forward to going to nursery on all her days and has been developing leaps and bounds. She also is a big fan of the chef's wonderful cooking, the meals are healthy and delicious it seems from my daughters reports. I'd definitely recommend this nursery.
Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We're thrilled to hear your child is settling in and thriving at our nursery. Thank you for your recommendation.
Preschool have welcomed him, involved him and worked on his progress and we are...
Preschool have welcomed him, involved him and worked on his progress and we are so glad we made the decision to send him. He's always happy to go in and we feel that he's safe and understood. We couldn't recommend them more.
Hello, thank you so much for your positive feedback and for recommending us!
Preschool. I can't expressed how well my daughter is progressing, when she started I was a little bit concerned with her speech but Bright Horizons has supported me and my daughter. The improvement has been...
Preschool. I can't expressed how well my daughter is progressing, when she started I was a little bit concerned with her speech but Bright Horizons has supported me and my daughter. The improvement has been amazing. I would definitely recommend anyone this nursery to family and friends. The support I have received I will be forever grateful for. Thank you so much to the management for always giving me and my daughter the support we needed.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with the team.
My child has attended since he was 1 and I have had no issues at all. He now happily goes into his class and enjoys playing and learning. He has developed so much and his key worker has an excellent relationship with him and us. She informs us of everything...
My little one absolutely loves the food and the fact the chef comes to visit them in their rooms.
We are delighted to receive your positive feedback and we're thrilled to hear your child is thriving at our nursery.
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2025 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...
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I have worked for Springfield Lodge since 2006 and started as a Nursery Nurse within our Tawny Owls Room. Before this, I worked in Australia for a...
I have worked for Springfield Lodge since 2006 and started as a Nursery Nurse within our Tawny Owls Room. Before this, I worked in Australia for a year working within a very small nursery, very different in size to Springfield.
Within Springfield, I have worked my way up to a management position. I have seen the nursery go through several changes and two outstanding Ofsted inspections.I hold a higher national diploma in Early Years Care and a BSc (Hons) degree in Health and Child Development.
From a very early age, I have always wanted to work with children and follow the footsteps of family members who have also followed this career path bringing knowledge and experience to help and support not only the children but my team.
Hello, I am Jo the deputy manager.
I have worked in the childcare sector for over 25 years. I have a level 3 diploma in Childcare and Education. I...
Hello, I am Jo the deputy manager.
I have worked in the childcare sector for over 25 years. I have a level 3 diploma in Childcare and Education. I have a wealth of experience, working as a nanny, a nursery practitioner, a room leader and in leadership roles, joining Bright Horizons in October 2022.
I enjoy working as a team and value everyone’s ideas, I have the passion to drive my team to be the best they can be.
Watching the children thrive and grow and seeing the differences we can make in a family’s life is what I find most rewarding about my job.
Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Preschool is open: Monday 07:00-18:30, Tuesday 07:00-18:30, Wednesday 07:00-18:30, Thursday 07:00-18:30, Friday 07:00-18:30.
Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 144 Children.
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