Bright Horizons Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool

Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Ashton Road, Lancaster LA1 4RP
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9.7 46 Reviews
  • Bright Horizons Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool, Lancaster
Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool offers exceptional care and early education for children aged 3 months to 4 years.

The all-inclusive care includes nutritious meals, nappies, formula, and more. With convenient onsite parking and a buggy park, it is ideally located on the grounds of the Royal Lancaster Infirmary, offering longer hours from 7:00am to 6:30pm.

The nursery provides spacious rooms designed to support your child’s development at each stage.

The baby room, for children aged 3 months to 2 years, is bright and inviting with plenty of space for exploration and a separate sleeping area. It also features direct access to the baby garden.

Toddlers (ages 2 to 3) enjoy a cosy room that encourages toilet training and language development, while preschoolers (ages 3 to 5) have a dedicated space to build key skills and prepare for school, with access to a shared garden. All children benefit from Boogie Mites music sessions, which use music and song to support learning.

The nursery follows the Bright Beginnings Curriculum, an enriching programme designed by Early Years specialists, which builds upon the government’s EYFS curriculum.

This holistic approach to education nurtures your child's wellbeing and personal growth, ensuring they thrive as they transition between rooms or prepare for school. Parents can stay connected and updated on their child’s activities through the Bright Horizons Family app, providing peace of mind and a window into their little one's day.

In addition to indoor learning, it offers outdoor adventures in two large gardens. Babies have their own garden filled with age-appropriate activities, while toddlers and preschoolers share a spacious area with free-flow access and an exciting Forest School section, perfect for exploring nature.
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Funding & Fees

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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Cheryl (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 21

Total Places for Children

  • 62

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

Parking

  • There is parking for parents and visitors outside the gate.

Bright Horizons Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (46)

9.7

Bright Horizons Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.689) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool has 46 reviews.

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Review from Caroline W (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly staff! My son loves going to nursery and has made lots of progress since attending. He has lots of friends there. The staff have enabled him to be a very independent 2-year-old. He enjoys playing in the outside space the most.
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Review from Arwa J (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
You all do such great work in looking after both our girls. We always felt reassured they were well looked after and dealt with the challenging behaviour that they sometimes showed.
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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 7 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We have always felt that our children are always settled by your love, care and attention and that we are always reassured.
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Review from Claire R (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery- played a huge role in my sons and my lives over the past 4 years. The staff are amazing and very caring I have always felt confident in the staff approach to accidents and the way they have been dealt with in a calm and reassuring manner. The emotional support has been fantastic
when my son has made transitions which show they have good knowledge of the children. The nursery is very focussed on social development and has provided a wonderful environment for my son to develop into a happy, confident child who has an understanding of others need. Great activities and experiences (dressing up days which my son loves) Atmosphere of the nursery has always been welcoming and fun due to the hard work and dedication of the entire team. Thank you.
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Review from Tanya V (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Couldn't have asked for a better nursery for my children. The staff have the time and patience with everyone, children and parents.
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Review from N G (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two very different personalities of children, and both settled in very quickly and very well. The staff are always welcoming and tell you how your child's day has been, and if there has been any problems.
Both of my children have progressed well and use their social skills that they have learnt
every day. They both also love the food served too (and the lady who makes it!)
I would most certainly recommend this nursery - all nappies, sun lotions and food are included in the price which is much less hassle for us mums.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.689)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.689) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Lancaster 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 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 13 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 4.864 for Bright Horizons Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (136 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 154 Ratings = 4.864
  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 4.825 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bright Horizons Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 13 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 = 3.825
    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 62 number of registered child places is 12.4, which has been reached with 13 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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Awards / Recognitions (4)

Meet the Team (2)

Cheryl

Cheryl

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Cheryl has worked within the childcare sector for over 15 years and is deeply passionate about providing high?quality early years education. She believes in creating environments where children feel safe, valued, inspired, and supported to reach their full potential.


Cheryl leads with a nurturing approach, championing professional growth and a shared commitment to excellence across her team. By working closely with families and recognising each child’s individuality, she strives to build a setting where every child can flourish, and every family feels welcomed and supported.


Her focus is on delivering exceptional care, enriching learning experiences, and building strong, meaningful partnerships. Every decision Cheryl makes is guided by her belief that children deserve the very best start in life.

Emma

Emma

Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager

Meet Emma, the Nursery's Deputy Manager and SENCO. She ensures smooth family transitions and supports children with additional needs, guiding families through their journey to school. With a Level 6 BA (Hons) in Early Years Education Studies and a PGCE in FE, Emma's extensive experience guarantees high-quality care and education.


Her team shares a passion for nurturing family well-being and facilitating educational journeys.

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