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Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool

Church Road, Southborough, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4 0RU
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I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Woodlands Pre-school.Sarah D(Mother of Child)
Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool, Tunbridge Wells
Children have a ball with friendly staff and the meals are fantastic.M S(Mother of Child)
Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool, Tunbridge Wells
Our daughter absolutely loves it here. Couldn't be happier.Owain(Father of Child)
Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool, Tunbridge Wells

Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool is based in a converted school in the beautiful woods of Southborough Common and rated Good by Ofsted in 2018.

The outside space is delightfully designed to blend into the wood surroundings and children enjoy unique activities to keep them occupied for hours.

There is a beautiful tepee for reading, planting, digging and exploring mini beasts which helps children with sensory development. There are continuous learning opportunities...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Abby (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 66

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Opening Times

  • Monday07:00-18:30
  • Tuesday07:00-18:30
  • Wednesday07:00-18:30
  • Thursday07:00-18:30
  • Friday07:00-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool Reviews (53)

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Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool has a Review Score of 8.1 (8.076) out of 10, based on 1 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool has 53 reviews.

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Review from Clare P (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I still love this nursery. They have some long-standing members of staff here, which is wonderful to see. They had a member of staff leave (due to health) and come back, so they must be doing something right! My daughter loves it too, always happy to go in. They helped her master potty training with ease. They always have fun activities planned and my daughter comes home pleased. The app is great. the communication is great. The carers make an effort to understand what is important to you in terms of parenting style etc. My daughter will leave in 2024, to go to school, meaning I have been a client for seven years! Highly recommend.

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Review from E G (Mother of Child) published on 28 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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We are so impressed with this nursery. Our daughter started during lockdown, so we were unable to go in and see where she would play and the garden etc, but we've been well looked after (as parents, in terms of being informed) and our daughter loves it! Highly recommend!

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Review from A J (Father of Child) published on 17 October 2022 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter really enjoy attending this nursery and has made many friends with both the other children and the staff. The education and fun they provide is excellent and we are constantly amazed by what she has been doing each day, very loving and caring staff.

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Review from Caroline T (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2022 Submitted via Website
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We absolutely love Woodlands Preschool. Our son started with the team at just 8 months old and is now 3 years old. The setting is great, with a lovely garden, good parking and well-designed rooms full of activities. The staff are brilliant. They really get to know the children they look after and they have always been wonderful with our son and are great at communicating with us about his development and general happiness! The manager is lovely too and always easy to get hold of.

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Review from Kim P (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started in the baby room in March 2021 and following a year of Covid lockdowns found the transition to nursery very difficult. The baby room team have been so fantastic and supportive in helping her settle. She loves her nursery days now, and smiles when she goes in and comes out! Her development is coming on so much as a result of her time at nursery where she is observing and learning so much.
The staff are fantastic and so caring and considerate of all her needs. It’s a pleasure to deal with them and I’ve been really grateful for the efforts that have been made to update me on her days particularly when I haven’t been able to go inside with her.
She has been given the opportunity to do lots of activities and I feel it’s helped so much with her movement, eating and her attempts to make sounds.

I’d highly recommend this fantastic nursery!

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Review from Tracy C (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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My 2-year-old boy loves going to Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool. In the morning he gets excited when we park. When the door opens he runs in. He loves it so much he doesn’t want to leave at the end of the day.
All the girls who work there are amazing and with everything with Covid, they made the nursery really safe.

He had a good bond with all the staff even the girls who are not in this room. His key worker keeps me update on his day and his development.

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Review from A R (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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I removed my daughter from a different pre-school to Woodlands and I noticed a huge difference in her behaviour and learning. She was a lot calmer and loved going to nursery, taking part in all the exciting activities the nursery has to offer. I can't thank the staff enough for their hard work in getting my daughter ready for big school. All of the staff and the manager were genuinely friendly and welcoming. We were sad to leave.

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Review from Nic W (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2020 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been here from September 2019 and has just thrived, her learning and confidence have come on heaps and she is even now potty trained due to the amazing staff helping her.
She eats everything at nursery and the food they have sounds amazing.
The outdoor space they have is huge and she always comes home talking about the slide and the bike track.

The staff always go the extra mile to meet her individual needs and the management team are extremely welcoming and always so helpful.

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Review from Angela M (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2020 Submitted via Website
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Friendly, diligent staff who always work with parents to aid children's learning. My child has developed very well under the guidance and expertise of Woodlands. We will miss them when she has to go to school.

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Review from Tara M (Mother of Child) published on 20 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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The facilities, space, equipment are all excellent at Asquith Woodlands Pre-School, however, it is the staff at Woodlands Pre-School that make it truly exceptional! Everyone is genuinely friendly and welcoming, reassuring and professional. I wouldn't want any other nursery to look after my children and I would highly recommend to any parent. My son has had a fantastic start thanks to all the team, for their encouragement, patience and kindness.

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Review from Jenny L (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I love Woodlands Pre-School, my son has been here since he was young and thrived. All the staff from the manager to teachers are amazing, approachable, friendly and wonderful with the kids. They all love them. My son looks forward to coming and tells us about the things they do from art to gardening, sports and play. I cannot rate Woodlands highly enough.

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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Woodlands have been utterly brilliant with my son. He loves going to nursery and has learnt so much during his time there. I would thoroughly recommend Woodlands.

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Review from Sarah D (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My son has been at Woodlands Pre-school since he was 2 (he's now 3.5 years old), and always loves going. It has been a comfort knowing how much he enjoys going. The staff have all been wonderful and it has been lovely to see my son grow and develop into a wonderful boy while he is in their care. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Woodlands Pre-school.

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Review from Katie J (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2018 Submitted via Website
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My 2 year old little girl has just completed her transaction from the Nursery to the Pre-School without any hesitation at all. The Manager and Assistant Manager have been amazing throughout the Settling-In Sessions and have overlooked and monitored their staff to ensure that there was no discomfort, or heartache, from either myself or her. I was told each day how she was getting, which was so reassuring. I genuinely feel that they care for my little girl, they have such a good bond and are amazing at bringing her out her "morning strops". It's a pleasure to see and I trust them entirely. My little girl is now thriving at Pre-School, she enjoys every day, comes back all excited with stories to tell, and it's clear to see how much she loves going.

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Review from Owain (Father of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Website
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It is a lovely setting and the staff have been great. Our daughter absolutely loves it here. Couldn't be happier.

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Review from James D (Father of Child) published on 21 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have nothing but praise for the nursery. My son always wants to go back every time I pick him up. Even though he only attends twice a week, I know he is going to have great experiences every time.

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Review from M S (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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A warm, welcoming nursery with plenty of options for settling your child. Staff make a huge effort to vary the activities and bring in interesting objects from home.
The handover is amazing and so continuity of care and learning between home and nursery is great.
All children are given an opportunity to express themselves and a chance to speak in a supportive environment.
Admin can be tedious and occasionally disorganised but is necessary and I would rather this so that the focus is actually on the children!

Children have a ball with friendly staff and the meals are fantastic. Varied and balanced.

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Review from L G (Mother of Child) published on 14 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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We've been totally thrilled with our Woodlands experience for our two sons, one of whom is preparing to leave preschool tomorrow! Both of them love the warm, friendly staff, the wide variety of learning opportunities and especially the magical outdoor area set next to the wonderful woodland setting! Thank you for all your help and support. We couldn't be happier! We feel very lucky to have Woodlands Pre-School so near to us.

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Review from J E (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Fantastic nursery! The staff are very friendly and competent. My daughter has been going to Woodlands for 2 years now and after the several settling in sessions, she loves it. Woodlands manage my daughter's allergies extremely well and cater to her every need. My daughter thrives exploring in the garden especially the mud kitchen. I would thoroughly recommend Woodlands, staff make it a stress-free experience.

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Review from Emma M (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Woodlands has given my children a warm, caring and educational environment to develop in whilst I work. All the staff are professional and hands on. They really get to know your child individually and what works for them. My 2nd child took a while to settle into the preschool room but the staff were patient and made his transition as smooth as possible over the time he needed. I cannot recommend Woodlands highly enough. I don't feel like I need to worry (a parents favourite past time!). When my children are in their care, they are safe, looked after and loved. After 7 1/2 years in our lives, I'll be sad to say goodbye when we leave for school next year.

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  • 21 Jan 2025

    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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Abby
Abby Job Title:Nursery ManagerJoined: 2014

Abby started her journey at Southborough Woodlands Preschool in 2014 as a Room Leader. Over the years she has been given the opportunities to fulfil her goals at Management Level. Abby became Third In Charge in 2016 and Deputy Manager in 2020. At the end of 2021, Abby became Southborough Woodlands Preschool Manager.

Abby is very passionate about providing high-quality care throughout the setting. Ensuring the environment is safe and secure for all children to thrive and reach their full potential.

Abby supports her colleagues to ensure they are working towards their career goals and receive the support, guidance and training within the setting and Bright Horizons. Promoting staff skills, understanding and practice is paramount when looking after the children.

Emily
Emily Job Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2018

Emily started her journey at Southborough Woodlands Preschool in 2018 as an Apprentice. Emily completed her Level 3 – Early Years educator training as she became room leader/Third in Charge. In October 2021 Emily was given the opportunity to work alongside Abby and become Deputy Manager.

Emily is very passionate about providing children with the best possible outcomes, ensuring they develop through their learning and supporting them on their next steps. Emily is also very committed to ensuring the company vision of 'Keeping Everyone Safe' is evident within the Nursery.

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