Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Preschool

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

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!

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.

If there is an issue, the staff and key person of the child are available to deal with the query.

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.

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 everything

We love Springfield Lodge!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Big big thank you to you all.

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.

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.

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.

My little one absolutely loves the food and the fact the chef comes to visit them in their rooms.

Nursery is the best decision made as, to begin with, we were torn with the childcare options available but overall, the facilities offered helped.

Very good educational and fun environment to make friends and develop. Ready for school for our son. And ongoing fun. Thank you. Just wish you could moved away from the area.

A happy child means a happy mummy. In the last year, I appreciated the staff being able to discuss situations at any point. They were always available and approachable. They had a big emphasis on regulating emotions and were very supportive in co-regulating which formed a good connection between my little boy and key adults.