Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool

c/o David Lloyd Leisure, Chorley Street, Bolton BL1 4AL
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9.8 72 Reviews
  • Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool, Bolton
Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool supports children's education and development from 3 months to 5 years. Conveniently located near Bolton town centre with excellent bus links, the nursery also has a car park and buggy storage.

Tailored settling-in sessions are available to suit each family’s needs. In the baby room, the staff follow each child’s home routine closely for parents' peace of mind. The toddler room focuses on personal, emotional, physical, and educational development through play.

Preschoolers benefit from the Ready for School program, taught by a qualified preschool teacher, which includes reading, writing, and other essential skills.

The garden, divided into age-specific play areas, supports individual growth. Regular excursions to the local library, museum, and Queen's Park help children explore and connect with their community.

Children enjoy excellent facilities, including a vibrant baby sensory area, role-play and construction areas, and a spacious Learning Room for the Ready for School program. The outdoor play area features a climbing frame, and children enjoy regular walks outside the nursery.

Parents stay updated via the Family app, which shares day-to-day experiences and developmental progress.

Interested families can book a visit to discover everything the nursery has to offer through a personal tour.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Colette (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 28

Total Places for Children

  • 84

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (72)

9.8

Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.815) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool has 72 reviews.

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Review from S L (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant Nursery! 5 stars in everything!
Such a warm atmosphere, my son loves it here, he has settled so well into his first term with their brilliant settling in sessions, he walks in happily into the setting daily and loves the girls. All my queries are dealt with promptly and the Pre- school
staff are brilliant (Khadija and Charlotte) always give lovely feedback reassuring me they are trying their best to support my child.
The management is excellent Thanks Collette!
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled your son is happy and settled. The team truly appreciate your lovely feedback!
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Review from Rozina H (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has come such a long way since joining the nursery. It took her a couple of weeks to settle in, mainly with drop-offs, but she quickly grew comfortable. She initially bonded with one key worker in the baby room and another in the toddler room, and over time she's become more open to all
the staff.
The nursery has really supported her developmentshe's progressed with potty training, trying new foods, and has become much more confident, playful, and social. She loves being there and enjoys playing with the other children.
The nursery is clean and tidy, and Zahra always comes home well cared for, with no mess on her clothes or in her hair. It's clear the staff really look after the children.
One small improvement could be more regular updates, weekly or at least every two weeks with pictures and details of daily activities. This would help parents feel more connected to what their children are doing. More activities outside too
Overall, we're very happy with the nursery
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your feedback! We're so pleased to hear how well your daughter has settled and progressed. We appreciate your suggestions.
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Review from Z N (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic nursery and brilliant staff!
My son began attending Bright Horizons earlier this year and he absolutely loves it. His face lights up as soon as he sees the nursery doors, he adores all of the girls who work there. The setting is wonderful, it is always clean and tidy in a morning with plenty
of toys and activities for my child to choose from.
I always recieve positive feedback about my child's day at nursery, staff are happy to answer any questions I have & always have a smile on their face, and emails/messages are responded to promptly. I would definitely recommend this nursery to others!
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
We're delighted to hear your kind words. It's wonderful to know your child enjoys their time with us and that you feel so reassured. Thank you for your recommendation.
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Review from Kathryn M (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery with incredibly caring staff. Provisions they provide are next to perfect. My child is autistic and the support they provide her is more than anything I could have ever hoped for. Highly recommend.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear that you've had such a positive experience with our nursery. Thank you for your recommendation.
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Review from Halima P (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant nursery with excellent staff. Amazing quality activities within the room keep children occupied.
My child has come on really well since starting nursery and has bonded well in her new room, making new friends. Staff keep us updated daily through the app which is ideal!
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear about your positive experience with our nursery and staff. It's great to know that your child is thriving with the quality activities and…read more
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Review from Amanda F (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl has been at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool for two years, she was a very shy girl but within a few weeks, she had changed and learned so much. The staff have been absolutely amazing with her and with us.
We have had so much help with potty training too. I couldn't thank
the staff enough for the amount of effort and care they have put in, in making my little girl more than ready for reception.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for sharing your heartwarming experience! We're delighted to hear about the positive transformation your little girl has experienced at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool. It's…read more
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Review from J B (Mother of Child) published on 1 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Caring and engaging staff, always going above and beyond. Take the time to get to know each child and build confidence and skills whilst having fun.
It's always hard to choose where to leave the most important person in your life. Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool was an easy decision.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
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Review from Elizabeth T (Mother of Child) published on 1 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery and brilliant staff. My son enjoyed coming to nursery.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
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Review from D R (Mother of Child) published on 1 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery, very happy with staff, the education and care they show. Meals to suit everyone. Very happy I chose here.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Hello, thank you for sharing your experience and for your five-star review.
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Review from J H (Father of Child) published on 26 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery! Our son has been with Bright Horizons since March 2024. The staff have been great and reassured a nervous first-time mum and dad so much and made us feel very involved with our son's time with them. He has come on leaps and bounds and developed so well. He comes home from nursery so
happy and often babbles the names of staff. We genuinely love our son attending Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool and couldn't recommend enough.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us. Thank you for your recommendation.
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Review from K Q (Mother of Child) published on 26 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's been more than a year that my son has been coming to the nursery. The staff are very accommodating and considerate. Never had a problem. My son loves going to the nursery and is very attached to all the staff.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that your son has been enjoying his time at the nursery. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to continuing to support your son's growth and…read more
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Review from Rhea O (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been coming to nursery for just over a year now. The settling in sessions when they first start really helped settle him in. He absolutely loves coming to nursery. He talks a lot about some of the staff when he's at home. The staff are knowledgeable and really friendly. He's come on leaps
and bounds since starting here.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
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Review from Fatima B (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nursery has been a great start for my little one in pre-school, he has settled in well and is happy and the staff are great. With my child having multiple allergies the nursery has gone above and beyond to reassure me in all aspects.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending this nursery since 2 he is now 4 and he loves it, the manager and staff are amazing they always do 110% for me and my boy, nothing is too much for them. They listen to him and meet all his needs and support me also. My son still gets upset after 2 years of attending and I feel
always reassured that I’m leaving him in safe hands. Thanks again couldn’t recommend a better place to leave my child knowing he’s getting looked after as good as I can.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Hello, thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
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Review from Andy W (Father of Child) published on 23 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter is thriving at the nursery. She started when she was only 12 weeks old and she’s just turned 1 the care she gets from all the staff and the fun she has is a credit to the team.
The facilities are fantastic with loads to do for the children and babies.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
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Review from Pamela A (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been with Bright Horizon since he was about eight months old. He’s four years now and in preschool and I have had no regrets whatsoever.
I want to thank you for all your hard work, patience, love and dedication to the children, helping with potty training, caring when they were not feeling
well, making everyday a fun environment to go to which was also very important and most especially doing all you can to get them ready for the main school.
These mean a lot to us and we want to thank all the team for their hard work.
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Review from Mays A (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is a home away from home for my little one, and the staff are family to her. The work, care, and dedication they put in is noticeable every day: she comes back happy, energetic, and full of new knowledge. This review is as much a sincere thank you to the wonderful staff who show up every
day for my daughter as it is an encouragement for new parents who are yet uncertain about choosing to be reassured that their little one will be much loved here.
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Review from E C (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
So impressed with the level of care. All staff are very friendly and attentive! My daughter always has the best time and always has a smile on her face when she leaves! Could not be happier with the nursery!
Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Hi, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review. We will share your review with the team.
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Review from Caitlin P (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Love the nursery. My kids always come home happy. They are always having something exciting happening, such as PJ day! They have really tried to cater for my kids being fussy and listened to our concerns. All the staff are friendly and really actioned some plans to help my kids. My kids have developed
so much, especially in their speech and behaviour. I find it reassuring and enjoyable to find out what my kids have been doing at the nursery through the app and know how much they have eaten or pictures of their learning.
Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review.
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Review from Cheryl W (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son joined preschool last year from the nursery there at Bright Horizons Bolton.
He has many friends and loves going.
The preschool has exceeded my expectations, they have clear plans for what they will be teaching the children through fun and playful activities. I know this as they have their
own app and update me via email on everything they've covered that day with pictures and explanations of what they're working on so I can continue at home. My son's confidence has grown so much and I know he will settle in school when he goes because of how the girls make it a joyful experience.
The full nursery is managed really well as the girls have been there with my son from the start and if anything is asked there's always someone wanting to help.
They've recently been cooking with their chef who comes into class to show the preschool children and get them to make their own to take home like pizzas, scones etc which is a lovely touch. All the girls are amazing with my son.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.815)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.815) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Bolton 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 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 15 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 4.922 for Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (168 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 180 Ratings = 4.922
  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 4.893 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 15 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 84 number of registered child places is 16.8. 15 Positive Reviews ÷ 16.8 = 0.893
  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)

Colette

Colette

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2021

Colette has been with the company for three years but began her journey in childcare 30 years ago. She holds a Level 6 qualification in Childcare and Development and brings a wealth of experience within the childcare and education sectors.


Colette is extremely passionate about her work and is truly committed to ensuring each child receives an outstanding, high-quality experience. Her dedication and expertise make her a valuable addition to the Bolton Family, where she looks forward to contributing to the development and well-being of every child in her care.

Naomi

Naomi

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Naomi has been with the nursery for 8 years and is Level 3 Qualified. Naomi has progressed from Nursery Room Leader to Assistant Manager through hard work and dedication to the nursery.


She has a wealth of knowledge in childcare and education her expertise is nursery environments to implement all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage to ensure our children have outstanding environments to grow, learn and achieve their full potential.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool

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

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

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

Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool is open: Monday 07:00-18:00, Tuesday 07:00-18:00, Wednesday 07:00-18:00, Thursday 07:00-18:00, Friday 07:00-18:00.

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

Bright Horizons Bolton Day Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 84 Children.

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

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

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