Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool

Church Street, Barford, Warwick CV35 8EW
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Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool in Barford provides high-quality childcare and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years.

The nursery itself is in an old Victorian school building which has been lovingly refurbished. It is light and spacious, providing a warm, welcoming environment for babies and children. The children have access to the fully enclosed nursery gardens and playground where they are able to safely extend their play and learning.

Babies and toddlers are provided with what they need: a safe world, rich with opportunities to actively explore, with books, songs, and a lot of listening and responding to their vocalizations and words.

Their unique Healthy Hearts and Minds activities provide inspirational and engaging learning experiences using the innovative and well established Boogie Mites and myHappymind programmes.

An enriching Ready for School programme gives every child the opportunity to gain knowledge and confidence to thrive in school and beyond.

The nursery was rated 'Good' by Ofsted in January 2018.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Rachel (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 18

Total Places for Children

  • 45

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (54)

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Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.868) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool has 54 reviews.

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Review from K C (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It took my daughter a little while to settle in, but the staff were so patient and supportive throughout the process. They're always so welcoming in the mornings, which makes drop-offs a little easier. She's now really happy going to nursery, has made lovely little friends. There's always such a nice,
positive vibe in the baby room. You can tell the staff enjoys what they do!


The app they use is really helpful for keeping track of her day, and I love seeing the photos and updates at the end of the day. Overall we're happy and grateful for the care and attention she receives.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so pleased to hear how well your daughter has settled and that you feel supported and reassured. It's lovely to know she's thriving and enjoying her time…read more
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Review from Nicola W (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nothing but good things to say about Barford Nursery. The staff have been great in supporting my daughter to settle and reassuring us as first time parents. They are really focused on engaging the children in great creative learning activities and giving regular development updates on our daughter which
are lovely to read. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery to anyone considering enrolling their child.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased your daughter has settled so well and that you feel supported as first-time parents. The team will really appreciate your lovely feedback. Thank you…read more
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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter currently attends Barford Bright Horizons but, prior to this, our son also attended until he started school last September. We love the nursery and preschool and feel they prepared our son amazingly well for school and the development we have seen in our daughter since she started in May
has also been lovely. I would highly recommend this setting to anyone considering it for their child. It's clear that the welfare of the children are at the centre of what the nursery does and we feel totally at ease leaving them in the care of the team there.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
We're delighted to hear your kind words. It's wonderful to know your family has had such a positive experience at Bright Horizons Barford - thank you for your recommendation.
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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our son has thrived at nursery, his confidence in the last few months alone has grown so much. The staff are all attentive and friendly, and show a real interest in all the children. We receive daily updates including photos on what they have done, eaten, slept etc which is lovely to see so we can talk
about their day in detail once we get home. The team are always happy to help with any query and communication through the app is great. We would highly recommend this nursery.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
We're delighted to hear your wonderful review. It's lovely to know your child is thriving and that you feel so supported and informed. Thank you for your recommendation.
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Review from Katie J (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Barford Bright Horizons, the staff are so warm and friendly and all our children have loved every day there, they communicate with us regularly and work together with us to make sure our girls are as happy as can be. Our children learn so much on their days there and always come home happy with
so much to say ! I comment recommend a better place in the area.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
We're delighted to hear your feedback. It's wonderful to know your family feels so supported and that your children enjoy their days with us at Bright Horizons Barford.
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Review from Mark T (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have used Barford Nursery for a number of years with my son currently attending.


We have always been really happy with the care provided to our children. The communication with staff is always good and there is a wide variety of activities for the children to do which really supports their development.


We've recommended the nursery to both family and friends.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you so much for your positive feedback! Thank you for recommending us!
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Review from J R (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friendly nursery with a home from home feel. The staff are brilliant and genuinely care about the children. Regular updates and photographs are provided via the app and development reviews are really lovely to see.
My children absolutely love this nursery and the staff and I have no hesitation in
recommending this nursery.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad your children love nursery and that you appreciate our caring team and updates. Thank you for your recommendation.
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Review from Maria B (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl has been attenting the nursery since September 2024. She settled really well and quick in the baby room and staff have been super reassuring and caring throughout.
She goes in happy in the morning now and I am so glad to see that she is happy and cared for. She also has an amazing time
there and access to lots of different fun activities. Sometimes at pick up time she is so inmersed and engaged that she doesn't even realised that we are there. We also get daily info about activities, nappies, meals etc which is brilliant.
I have definitely noticed how her confidence has grown in the last months and I am so glad to have chosen Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool for her. Strongly recommend.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so happy to hear your little one has settled in so well and enjoys her time with us. It's wonderful to see her growing in confidence and engaging in fun…read more
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Review from Eugenia H (Mother of Child) published on 29 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves the nursery, she made a lot of friends. She is always happy to go and doesn't want to leave in the evening.
The staff are focused on her development and communication with the parents is amazing. I cannot recommend it more highly.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that your daughter loves the nursery, has made many friends and enjoys her time with us. We truly value your high recommendation!
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Review from Lucy C (Mother of Child) published on 29 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little boy has just started at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool and we are delighted with how well he has settled. The staff are all friendly and very welcoming. We are always welcomed into the nursery and get to speak to the staff directly who have been with him all day. The app
is great! We get all the information we need throughout the day and we enjoy looking at the photos too. Thank you for making the transition from being at home to starting nursery so seamless.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so happy to hear that your son has settled in well at Bright Horizons Barford. It's wonderful to know you feel welcomed and appreciate the communication with…read more
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Review from A N (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love the nursery, both my nearly 3-year-old and 1-year-old feel very at home there and have built some wonderful relationships with the staff and my eldest daughter and the children too. We get daily updates about what the girls have been doing/learning and any advice to help us support at home.
I was very much supported through potty training with my eldest daughter and communication is fantastic. Enjoy hearing the progress reports too! It's a pleasure sending our children there and we feel like we have given the girls a wonderful start to their education journey.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We're so glad to hear that both of your daughters feel at home at the nursery and have built great relationships with our staff and other children.
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Review from C O (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started nursery in June and she has settled in so well. After her room leader changed she has been exploring more, interacting and coming home learning so many skills I would not expect from a 13-month-old. Everyone who works there knows her by name and makes me feel like she part of the
family. We don't have a bad word to say about the team and they are amazing with her diary intolerances too.
She does fun activities every day and I love the daily updates.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your daughter has settled in so well and is thriving in her new environment. We appreciate your kind words about our team.
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Review from Katie W (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but good things to say about Barford nursery! From the moment my daughter started at the age of 8 months old, she has been made to feel part of the Barford family. It makes it so much easier for me to drop her off every day knowing she is happy, safe and well looked after. The range of
activities on offer to the babies is incredible. I take my hat off to the staff for coming up with such a range of activities for children so young. The communication is great from management and key workers, the app is updated regularly throughout the day, so I always know what my daughter has been getting up to. I cannot rate Barford highly enough.
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Review from S A (Father of Child) published on 16 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a team! I have two kids at Barford, Bright Horizons, one in preschool and another in babies. Most importantly, they both love it. Every day the kids get to participate in a great variety of activities, both creative, self-led and structured teacher-led, things I couldn't imagine doing at home.
I really think in comparison to other nurseries, my kids are getting a real head start by attending. The staff are all very professional ( and fun ) and I have full confidence my kids are in good hands when I drop them off. My son has allergies and their systems and menu cater for his needs perfectly. My (fussy eater) daughter gets on well too and always comes home with a full tummy. 10/10!
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Review from Lauren S (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have had three children who have attended Bright Horizons Nursery over the past seven years. They are a kind, caring and professional team, offering a fantastic childcare service. My children enjoy the interactive, varied activities they put on for them and are eager to go to nursery each day.
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Review from Sophie C (Mother of Child) published on 13 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has settled in so well after initially being quite shy, she has made friends and loves all the amazing activities she gets to do. The addition since my son was there, is of the nursery app, which is excellent and gives me so much information about the day.
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Review from Eliot F (Father of Child) published on 6 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery has a real family-friendly feel, mixed with that a sound corporate backline behind it which as a parent makes me confident my child is having a great start in life. The staff are great and have done extremely well to continue running the nursery even with all wider external challenges going
on. Our son is obviously having a great time and is being fed good quality meals. Little touches like all the staff knowing his name make it extra special. Would highly recommend this nursery and we will be sending our daughter there next year.
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Review from Anne C (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous staff and a very friendly nursery that listens to us and proactively works with us to give us the best development experience for our children. We love the size of this nursery, not too big and not too small. Dedicated staff that really seem to care and have a good focus on cleanliness and
health and safety.
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Review from Nicola S (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Barford has provided a safe childcare environment for my daughter from age 1-3. She is currently in the pre-school room, which I’ve noticed has really stepped up the learning and development and this has been reflected in my daughter's vocabulary and behaviour.
In general, she enjoys attending the
nursery, has a good relationship with her key worker and has made a lot of friends there.
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Review from Bridget H (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool, our son loves going to nursery and all his teachers and friends there. He is flourishing with his play, speech and language.
All the staff are amazing and always there for advice or to listen to questions or concerns.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.868)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.868) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Barford 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 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 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 4.868 for Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (126 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 144 Ratings = 4.868
  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 Barford Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 12 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 45 number of registered child places is 9, which has been reached with 12 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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Rachel

Rachel

Job Title: Nursery Manager

I have been the nursery manager at Barford Beehive since November 2001. Before I joined the team I was living and working in Oslo, Norway. I did my level 6 Montessori Diploma whilst working in the Montessori Institute in Oslo, where the children ranged from 2 years to 16 years. I have been in childcare for over 26 years. I am very passionate about providing an enabling environment for all children where they can develop in a safe and secure setting.


The team at Barford can all see the benefits and enjoyment that children get from playing outside. The whole team are extremely committed to ensuring that the company vision of Keeping Everyone Safe is evident within our culture of behavioural safety at Barford Beehive.

Lucy

Lucy

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Hi my name is Lucy and I am the Deputy Manager of Bright Horizons Barford.


I have worked in childcare for the past nine years after achieving my level 3 national diploma in children’s care learning and development when I was 18.


Having worked for Bright Horizons for a few years I was given the opportunity to move to Barford and become the deputy manager in 2021. Previous to this role I spent most of my career as a room leader enhancing my knowledge across all age ranges from 0-5 years.


I am enthusiastic about creating a safe and secure environment that enables children to learn through play, providing them with opportunities to explore a wide range of experiences to support the development of each individual child.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool

What is the Age Range of Children that Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool accepts?

Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool Open?

Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool have capacity for?

Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 45 Children.

How far is Bright Horizons Barford Day Nursery and Preschool to the centre of Warwick?

2.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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