Bright Horizons Leeds Day Nursery and Preschool

338-340 Kirkstall Road, Kirkstall, Leeds LS4 2DS
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9.8 124 Reviews
  • Bright Horizons Leeds Day Nursery and Preschool, Leeds
Step into Bright Horizons Leeds Day Nursery and Preschool. A nursery that offers exceptional care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Located near the city centre and Leeds train station, it’s perfect for commuting parents.

In their age-specific rooms, Leeds Day Nursery and Preschool provides early education with the enriching and wellbeing-centred Bright Beginnings Curriculum, crafted by their Early Years experts. This comprehensive yet individualised approach nurtures each child and ensures they receive the support they need.

The team includes qualified teachers and an Early Years Professional to ensure children receive the best support. The nursery provides age-specific rooms and diverse activities such as story time, role play, messy play, singing, and outdoor learning.

Children enjoy Boogie Mites music sessions and outdoor activities in the garden, which features trikes, a mud kitchen, a sensory garden, and a gardening area. Nutritious meals are prepared by the onsite chef, and the nursery supplies nappies, wipes, formula, and creams. Additional amenities include an onsite car park and buggy park.

Parents can stay connected with their child's day through the Bright Horizons Family app.

To see more of what the nursery in Leeds has to offer, book a visit today.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Katy (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 24

Total Places for Children

  • 69

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Bright Horizons Leeds Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (124)

9.8

Bright Horizons Leeds Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.835) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Leeds Day Nursery and Preschool has 124 reviews.

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Review from Katie T (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am really happy with the care my son receives at Bright Horizons Leeds Nursery and most importantly my son is. The staff are all caring and friendly and provide feedback on what my son has been doing and have been reassuring and helpful at more difficult drop-offs. They (staff and managers) coped
amazingly well during the floods early this year going above and beyond to provide a professional service, continuity of care and a caring environment.
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Review from Faye (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am a mother of two children, one who started at the nursery at 6 months old and is now at primary school, and the other who started at the nursery at 7 months old and has just started in the pre-school class. For both my children, the genuine care at the nursery has been second to none. We kept our
second child at the nursery after moving house as despite a 45 minute round journey we felt that we would not be able to match the care, attention and support for development that our children receive at this nursery anywhere else. On a recent school holiday, our daughter said she wished she could go back and be at nursery in the holidays. That says it all to me.
The rooms are all clean with great equipment for each age range, with an outdoor play area with garden and nutritious meals cooked on site by the chef.
The most important factor is the ethos of the nursery which is a partnership with parents. If you have to work, to be welcomed and still have a say in children's care is vital.
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Review from Emma W (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant staff, both my children (one attending) one at primary now, enjoy the nursery and have come on really well since joining.
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Review from Manda R (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at this nursery are better compared to the rarest of diamonds. My little boy has just left to start 'big' school since joining at 9 months old and the level of care he received was second to none. Never have I seen a team so caring and devoted to a child's development and the management are
so amazing. The food is prepared with the greatest of love by a fantastic chef and every member of staff is extremely approachable. Would highly recommend this setting to any parent**.
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Review from Darren S (Father of Child) published on 15 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The team at Bright Horizons have been very good with the daily needs of our daughter. She loves going to nursery and sometimes doesn't want to leave.
Everything from learning through play to meal times is well thought out.
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Review from Diane W (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at the nursery for the last two years (approximately) and throughout this time has had exemplary care. The staff are enthusiastic, positive and always there to help develop their skills. The nursery have contributed to her development massively both physically and emotionally. Cannot
recommend highly enough.
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Review from A T (Father of Child) published on 16 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has developed leaps and bounds since coming to Tadpoles. All the staff have always been friendly and great with my boy, he will often ask for the carers when at home and is always excited to tell them what he has done when he has been away.
This shows to me the staff have bonded well with my
son and show enough of an interest for him to care for them. I would highly recommend Tadpoles as I don't believe my son would be as developed and polite without the hard work of the team.
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Review from Sally F (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Love this nursery. All the staff are so friendly and helpful and I trust them with my daughter completely. My son attended nearly 5 years ago and it is the same family nursery.
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Review from Sam F (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A wonderful place for my son to come and learn and play. The staff are loving and make him feel safe. I would recommend this nursery to everyone.
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Review from Amanda R (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am extremely happy with all aspects of this nursery. It was slightly more expensive than other nurseries I visited but instantly felt more confident in the staff and surroundings. My child has been in three different rooms and all of the staff are consistent and excellent. She has settled into each
room well. The activities are always age appropriate and varied. The garden area is excellent. The food choices are varied and encourage a good liking of food stuffs.
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Review from Luci C (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my daughters have loved their time at Bright Horizons Leeds. They get engaged in great activities and are fun and educational. The team focus on each child and their needs, interests and development. They listen to families and take on board our feedback.
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Review from Debra G (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been at nursery since he was nine months old, and is now getting ready to leave for school. During his time at nursery I feel he has been nurtured through the various rooms and has consistently been cared for by the staff. One particular member of staff has been with him throughout and always
makes him feel at ease if he becomes upset or worried about something. I love the fact that when he comes home he talks about the staff as his friends as well as his peers. The staff have always made me feel comfortable leaving my son and always keep me informed about his day and activities.
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Review from Martin B (Father of Child) published on 9 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A delight from our daughters first day, very helpful and friendly. Our daughter is making good progress in what seems a pleasant and educational environment.
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Review from Sophia K (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery, friendly staff, very personalised.
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Review from Tracy C (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff at Bright Horizon's are approachable and friendly and go out of their way to make sure both my daughters needs are met.
It's a really friendly, fun environment and I feel completely at ease leaving them here.
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Review from Natasha H (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has attended this nursery since the age of 11 months. Since attending he has developed so much and has great social skills because of his early interaction with other children in a busy environment. He has the best relationship with his key workers, especially his male key worker who he has developed
a strong bond with over the years. He is now aged 3, and it's reassuring when I hear my son talking positively about his key worker and little friends because I knew he is happy. I'd like to thank all the staff for the hard work over the years.
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Review from Lisa G (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since starting at Leeds Day Nursery at the end of 2015, my daughter has settled in wonderfully. All of the nursery staff have been fantastic, helping her to settle in and make fer feel welcome. The range of activities that the children take part in is brilliant and varied. The outside play area and
garden is lovely and it's fantastic that the children are able to take part in growing and cooking the food they eat.
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Review from Abigail W (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everyone is very friendly and helpful, my daughter has thrived since starting at the nursery. She is more confident and has learnt skills to help her start school. She loves the staff and gets excited at the thought of coming to nursery.
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Review from Emma M (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy loves coming to nursery and has come out of his shell. He is always happy and playing when I come to collect him. My daughter has just started. All staff are lovely.
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Review from Molly S (Mother of Child) published on 11 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Daughter has been going to Bright Horizons for two years now and we absoloutley love it. It's so much easier to go to work knowing she is going to have a busy, fun-filled day.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.835)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.835) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Leeds Day Nursery and Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 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 4.965 for Bright Horizons Leeds Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (139 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 144 Ratings = 4.965
  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 4.87 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bright Horizons Leeds 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 69 number of registered child places is 13.8. 12 Positive Reviews ÷ 13.8 = 0.87
  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 (5)

Meet the Team (3)

Katy

Katy

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Katy is the Nursery Manager at Bright Horizons. Childcare has always been her passion, and she has been dedicated to the field since leaving school. Joining Bright Horizons in 2010, she has grown from a Room Supervisor to her current leadership role as Nursery Manager.


In 2020, Katy embraced motherhood for the first time, with her child now attending the nursery. Watching him thrive and settle seamlessly into nursery life, supported by the caring and attentive staff, has deepened her understanding of the importance of individualised care.


Katy finds joy and inspiration in observing the children's learning journeys throughout the nursery. She looks forward to welcoming new families and helping children flourish during their early years.

Leah

Leah

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2006

Leah has been part of the Bright Horizons Leeds team since January 2020, initially joining as a Room Leader before progressing to Deputy Manager in January 2021. She is passionate about maintaining the nursery's outstanding care. With a teacher training qualification, Leah brings valuable expertise to the setting, guiding her staff to deliver inspiring and challenging teaching and learning experiences for the children.


In addition to her leadership role, Leah is the nursery SENDCO, supporting staff, children, and families to thrive and reach their full potential through inclusive care and education.

Brodie

Brodie

Job Title: Third in Charge

Brodie began their career at Bright Horizons in 2019 and has grown both personally and professionally through a variety of rewarding roles within the world of early years education. From the outset, they were inspired by the impact educators can have on a child’s development during these crucial early stages - an inspiration that continues to fuel their passion every day.


Brodie is deeply committed to training and upskilling the outstanding team, ensuring that each member feels confident, supported, and empowered in their role. Together, they implement the bespoke Nurture Approach ethos, which places the emotional well-being and holistic development of children at the heart of everything they do.

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