Bright Horizons Callands Day Nursery and Preschool

Gresford Close, Callands, Warrington WA5 9UY
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9.9 150 Reviews
  • Bright Horizons Callands Day Nursery and Preschool, Warrington
A BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS NURSERY IN WARRINGTON
Recently refurbished nursery in Callards offering high-quality care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years, with an added holiday club for children aged up to 11 years.

The well-qualified team of highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced staff work together to provide a well-balanced programme of fun activities and learning experiences, within a carefully planned curriculum with a unique Ready for School programme. Fostering an enjoyment of early literacy and maths, with a Growing Readers, Writers and Mathematicians Enhancement, helping children to recognise letters, words and numbers in their environment.

Callands nursery has a spacious outdoor play area with separate gardens for each age group. Children enjoy using balance bikes, mini rocking horses, hula-hoops and the wooden tepee.

Support for your child also extends beyond regular nursery hours, they also offer a holiday club for children aged 3 months to 11 years where they can participate in a range of fun activities.

With all-inclusive fees, which means you have less to pack on a busy morning, the onsite meals are prepared with nutrition in mind. From healthy lunches and snacks to your chosen branded nappies and wipes included in the fees.

The nursery has been awarded an Ofsted rating of ‘Good’ (Oct 2019) for their commitment to high quality childcare and education.

Recent fee reduction - contact for more info.

Funding & Fees

Fees have been reduced to support our local families, please contact us for more info (Nov 21)

Contact Bright Horizons Callands Day Nursery and Preschool to get a personalised quote.

Contact Bright Horizons Callands Day Nursery and Preschool to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kate (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 28

Total Places for Children

  • 123

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Parking

  • There is a large car park at the front of the building

Bright Horizons Callands Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (150)

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Bright Horizons Callands Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.897) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Callands Day Nursery and Preschool has 150 reviews.

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Review from Mitchell V (Father of Child) published on 7 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Moving countries is almost as hard as finding a good preschool. We attended the open day and never turned back. The school and staff were all amazing and the transition was effortless. I would never think twice about Bright Horizons Callands.
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Review from S N (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It has been a very pleasant experience coming to nursery. My children love it and do not want to leave nursery. We will recommend this nursery to everyone.
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Review from T G (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We found the experience with Bright Horizons to be very welcoming. It was always very reassuring when we had to send our son in with medication. It was always administered on time and we felt our son was always in safe levels with the staff. We found the staff to be extremely loving and caring towards
our son and always took it a step farther to make our son feel loved even on days when he was not feeling like himself.
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Review from Jonathan B (Father of Child) published on 7 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been in nursery for 4 years and I cannot recommend this nursery enough. Staff are fantastic and must have the patience of a saint. We have 2 girls here and they don't want to leave at the end of the day.
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Review from Sophie S (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery has been a home from home for our daughter. We have watched her grow into a confident, independent little girl. I truly believe the staff have helped encourage her to be who she is. She is very chatty, loves her drawing. The bonds she has made have been so special in getting her ready for
the next stage of her life. Thank you.
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Review from Aimee J (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Care has been second to none at Callands. Have given our child and us so much support. Much appreciated
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Review from Simon S (Father of Child) published on 7 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The teaching and support staff are excellent and the kids really benefit from their patience and expertise. The outdoor space is fantastic and well used in all conditions. Would highly recommend.
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Review from Agnieszka W (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery Bright horizons where my daughter goes to is very good. They provide all the necessary facilities which the children need to enjoy themselves (big garden, big playrooms). The staff work with parents very well. They give my daughter the best care possible, providing a safe and stimulating
environment for her and other children. Opening hours very convenient for full time working parents. I would highly recommend it to everyone who wants to entrust the care of your kids to someone.
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Review from Taco M (Father of Child) published on 7 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Simply amazing. Great care and fully supportive. Cannot thank enough.
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Review from Lisa W (Mother of Child) published on 9 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff are, in one word, amazing.
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Review from Elaine W (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When our son started experiencing separation anxiety, the nursery was really supportive and helped us with both practical advice for making it easier dropping our son off and also emotional support as we felt terrible leaving him. He now goes in no problem and has come on leaps and bounds with all the
interactive play and learning.
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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are friendly and supportive. My toddler has been going here since January 2017 he has come on so much. They reassure me and I know my boy is safe here which gives me peace of mind. They keep in touch and genuinely care about the children they look after this is clear to see.
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Review from Jennifer R (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our child is very happy in nursery and the staff are encouraging her independent, inquisitive and mischevious personality.
My daughter experiences a huge variety of activities and is encouraged by all the wonderful staff who work with her.
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Review from Sarah P (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery, all the staff genuinely care. My son has settled in well and has built great relationships with the staff
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Review from Melissa O (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little boy started at Bright Horizons in December 2017. He is very shy and the staff have been wonderful at reassuring us and him. The manager always has her door open for any queries and the staff in the baby room are amazing!
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Review from Paul C (Father of Child) published on 13 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son really enjoys his time at pre-school and always come home talking fondly about the staff and his friends. His key worker is amazing and is teaching him many skills and abilities through the fun activities they organise, which he is always keen to demonstrate at home. The nursery school be proud
to have such amazing staff.
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Review from S W (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl is happy here and has a great relationship with all the staff. The staff made her transition to a new room easier and comfortable. When she had her accident last year the staff looked after her and me throughout the day to ensure she was well. The communication between parents and staff
is good and my little girl enjoys the activities which take place.
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Review from Glen O (Father of Child) published on 5 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended nursery for over 8 years. We have always had great relationships with all the staff. The staff are very caring and always make my son welcome. My son enjoys nursery and has made many friends over the years. I would highly recommend this nursery as all the staff are very kind and
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Review from Kayleigh H (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two sons that attend Bright Horizons Callands. They both love going to nursery and have lots of fun when they are there.
All of the staff are friendly and really welcoming. I would recommend the nursery to anyone.
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Review from Sarah-Jane R (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Callands is an amazing place. My son gets very excited when we drop him off and stalls when he's leaving. Enthusiastic staff fill me with confidence.
Fantastic activities to learn, play and explore. Overall, I feel happy and secure leaving my child and would definitely recommend to other parents. 10/10.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.897)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.897) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Callands 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 26 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 26 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 4.897 for Bright Horizons Callands Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (284 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 311 Ratings = 4.897
  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 Callands Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 26 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 123 number of registered child places is 24.6, which has been reached with 26 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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Meet the Team (2)

Kate

Kate

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Kate has been a valued member of the Bright Horizons family since 2008. Before stepping into their current role, she was the Deputy Manager at one of the Bright Horizons nurseries in Liverpool, where she gained extensive experience supporting children and families from diverse backgrounds.


Passionate about helping children learn, grow, and thrive, Kate takes great pride in their role as SEND Coordinator. She finds it incredibly rewarding to collaborate with families and support children in reaching their full potential, continually drawing inspiration from the progress each child achieves.


Kate holds a BA (Hons) in Learning Development and Support, which has played a key role in shaping their commitment to delivering exceptional care and guidance for every child she works with.

Charlotte

Charlotte

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2012

Charlotte joined Callands in 2012 as a student after completing her Level 3 diploma in childcare and later became a full-time staff member in the Toddler room. While studying Education and Childcare Studies at Liverpool Hope University, she continued working at Callands as bank staff.


In her final year, she gained her Level 3 Forest School qualification and returned as Deputy Manager in 2018, having previously worked as a room leader.


Charlotte is passionate about her work, enjoys building relationships with families, and loves watching the children grow. Outside of work, she enjoys family days out with her daughter, Penelope.

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