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Discover, play, and grow at a nursery in rural Airyhall near Aberdeen.
Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool, located in a very quiet area of Airyhall, has been carefully designed to support your child’s education and development, from 3 months to 5 years.
The nursery in Airyhall, Craigiebuckler is conveniently located with excellent transport links to the Aberdeen city centre. It has its own car park and is within walking...
Discover, play, and grow at a nursery in rural Airyhall near Aberdeen.
Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool, located in a very quiet area of Airyhall, has been carefully designed to support your child’s education and development, from 3 months to 5 years.
The nursery in Airyhall, Craigiebuckler is conveniently located with excellent transport links to the Aberdeen city centre. It has its own car park and is within walking distance of Airyhall Primary School.
The nursery offers a warm, welcoming environment supporting the transition from home to nursery, and excellent nutritionally-balanced menus using fresh ingredients prepared by the chef. The nursery is located in the grounds of The James Hutton Institute, which is surrounded by woodlands for children to explore.
With access to three separate gardens, your child will have daily access to their very own secret garden, duck pond and vegetable plot. The team loves encouraging children to explore all of their favourite extracurricular activities and this abundance of outdoor space gives them room to learn, play and develop their love of the outdoors.
In addition, they practise a Growing Enhancement programme unique to Bright Horizons, further giving your child the inspiration and confidence to explore subjects such as mathematics, art, reading and writing well ahead of their journey into school.
The experienced team would love to meet you and your family. Book a visit today and they will show you everything the nursery has to offer during your own personal tour.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Caroline (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 25
Total Places for Children
- 108
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday07:30-18:00
- Tuesday07:30-18:00
- Wednesday07:30-18:00
- Thursday07:30-18:00
- Friday07:30-18:00
When Closed
- Christmas Day, Boxing Day, 1st & 2nd January
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (99)
Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 10 (9.979) out of 10, based on 51 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool has 99 reviews.
We have had such a wonderful experience. Our little boy has just started nursery and finds drop off hard. The support from the staff has been so reassuring. He has so many wonderful experiences provided, and I feel he is in the best place for his development.
We have had such a wonderful experience. Our little boy has just started nursery and finds drop off hard. The support from the staff has been so reassuring. He has so many wonderful experiences provided, and I feel he is in the best place for his development.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your child is enjoying so many enriching experiences with us and that our team has helped make the transition into nursery a positive one. It's lovely to know you feel supported and confident that your little one is thriving in an environment that nurtures their development. We truly appreciate your kind words.
Friendly, professional + caring nursery with fantastic care + personal development for children. Excellent food choices + tracking of daily tasks communicated easily with parents.
Friendly, professional + caring nursery with fantastic care + personal development for children. Excellent food choices + tracking of daily tasks communicated easily with parents.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that you've had such a positive experience with our nursery. It's wonderful to know that our caring team, focus on children's development, nutritious food choices and regular communication have made a difference for your family. We truly appreciate your support.
The staff and facilities are excellent. The staff really make the nursery with their hard work, attention to detail and care.
The staff and facilities are excellent. The staff really make the nursery with their hard work, attention to detail and care.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that our facilities and caring team have made such a positive impression. It's wonderful to know that their hard work, attention to detail and dedication have helped create a nurturing environment for your child. We truly appreciate your support and recommendation.
Rosa seems to be settling in well at nursery and has showns lots of development in her short time here and likes the staff. The app is also great to have regular updates throughout the week/day.
Rosa seems to be settling in well at nursery and has showns lots of development in her short time here and likes the staff. The app is also great to have regular updates throughout the week/day.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear your child is settling in well and already showing great progress during their time with us. It's wonderful to know that they enjoy spending time with our team, and we're pleased that the app helps you stay connected with their day-to-day experiences. We truly appreciate your kind words and support.
Always a welcoming atmosphere. I love how each room has a large garden. The food menus are amazing, lots of healthy choices. Staff members in the baby room and preschool are all trusting, caring and friendly.
Always a welcoming atmosphere. I love how each room has a large garden. The food menus are amazing, lots of healthy choices. Staff members in the baby room and preschool are all trusting, caring and friendly.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear you enjoy the welcoming atmosphere, spacious gardens and nutritious menu options we provide. It's wonderful to know that our baby room and preschool teams have made such a positive impression with their caring and supportive approach. We truly appreciate your kind words and support.
We were very happy with the whole experience. Izzy grew a lot in one year. She adapted so fast thanks to supportive teachers. You were so kind, caring and helpful. Thank you very much.
We were very happy with the whole experience. Izzy grew a lot in one year. She adapted so fast thanks to supportive teachers. You were so kind, caring and helpful. Thank you very much.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that your daughter settled in so well and made such wonderful progress during her time with us. It's lovely to know that our team's support, care and encouragement helped make her experience a positive one. We wish your family all the very best for the future.
We have been at First Class since my son was 1, and through the baby, two's and preschool rooms, we cannot fault the service. The staff genuinely care for the children, and it shows. The facilities are great and ever improving, communication is great, and they genuinely care for your child. We...
We have been at First Class since my son was 1, and through the baby, two's and preschool rooms, we cannot fault the service. The staff genuinely care for the children, and it shows. The facilities are great and ever improving, communication is great, and they genuinely care for your child. We would always recommend First Class Nursery to anyone looking for quality childcare.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your son enjoyed such a positive journey with us from the baby room through to preschool. It's fantastic to know that our caring team, facilities and communication helped make your experience such a positive one. Thank you for your...
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your son enjoyed such a positive journey with us from the baby room through to preschool. It's fantastic to know that our caring team, facilities and communication helped make your experience such a positive one. Thank you for your recommendation and for trusting us with your child's early years. We wish your family all the very best for the future.
My son has flourished during his time at First Class. Over the years, the facilities have really improved with the extension and extra safety measures; therefore, it's now an excellent nursery. But, most importantly, the team working at First Class are superb. We will really miss them. Can't thank...
My son has flourished during his time at First Class. Over the years, the facilities have really improved with the extension and extra safety measures; therefore, it's now an excellent nursery. But, most importantly, the team working at First Class are superb. We will really miss them. Can't thank them enough.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're thrilled to hear that your son flourished during his time with us and that you've seen so many positive improvements to our facilities over the years. Most importantly, we're delighted that our team made such a lasting impression. Thank you for your wonderful words of appreciation, and we wish your family every success and happiness for the future.
Both my daughter and son has been through this nursery. Very caring and beautiful experience! I would highly recommend. Allergies were looked after really well.
Both my daughter and son has been through this nursery. Very caring and beautiful experience! I would highly recommend. Allergies were looked after really well.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted that both of your children had such a positive experience with us and that our team provided the care and support your family needed. It's especially wonderful to hear that your children's allergies were managed so well. Thank you for your recommendation, and we wish your family all the very best for the future.
We have had the best experience at First Class. Our daughter always has a smile on her face and a new story to tell us at the end of every day. The girls have become like a second family to us, with our daughter always excited to tell her teachers about the weekend or any new adventures or...
We have had the best experience at First Class. Our daughter always has a smile on her face and a new story to tell us at the end of every day. The girls have become like a second family to us, with our daughter always excited to tell her teachers about the weekend or any new adventures or achievements. We are going to miss all the team at First Class very much! Thank you for all the support, care, and love you have shown us!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your daughter had such a positive experience with us and that our team became such an important part of your family's journey. It's lovely to know she looked forward to sharing her stories and achievements each day. Thank you for your kind words, and we wish your family every happiness and success in the future.
First class is absolutely fantastic! All the staff are caring, nurturing, fun + kind. Our son has loved his time here, and the love + teaching he has been shown has been amazing would (and have) recommended First Class to anyone looking for a safe, supportive + nurturing nursery for their little...
First class is absolutely fantastic! All the staff are caring, nurturing, fun + kind. Our son has loved his time here, and the love + teaching he has been shown has been amazing would (and have) recommended First Class to anyone looking for a safe, supportive + nurturing nursery for their little ones.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback and recommendation. We're delighted to hear that your son loved his time with us and that our caring, nurturing team helped create such a positive experience. It's fantastic to know that you felt supported throughout your journey, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We wish your family all the very best for the future.
My family and I cannot recommend First Class Nursery highly enough. Both of my children attended the nursery and had a very positive experience. The staff are so attentive in every room, and the management is effective and responsive. My children have learned so much at First Class, academically...
My family and I cannot recommend First Class Nursery highly enough. Both of my children attended the nursery and had a very positive experience. The staff are so attentive in every room, and the management is effective and responsive. My children have learned so much at First Class, academically and emotionally. We cannot thank the team at First Class enough for their hard work since my eldest joined the nursery in 2020.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback and recommendation. We're delighted that both of your children had such positive experiences with us and that our team's care and support made a lasting impact on their development. Your kind words mean so much, and we truly appreciate being part of your family's journey since 2020. We wish you all the very best for the future.
Graduation day was amazing!
A special thanks to Billie, Lauren, Calleigh + Jane!
The outdoor space is fab!
Graduation day was amazing!
A special thanks to Billie, Lauren, Calleigh + Jane!
The outdoor space is fab!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear your son had such a positive journey with us, from his early days through to graduation. It's fantastic to know that our team and outdoor environment helped make his experience so enjoyable. We truly appreciate your kind words and wish him every success and happiness as he starts his next adventure.
As my son now departs for primary school, we will be forever grateful for the care + compassion that was given to our son on his 5 year journey @ Bright Horizons/First Class. The journey has shaped how our son is today; every single person @ First Class has made an impact, from key worker, room...
The staff really make First Class what it is today + should be commended.
Thank you for your heartfelt feedback. We're honoured to have been part of your son's journey over the past five years and are delighted to hear how much he benefited from the care, compassion, and support of our team. Your kind words mean so much to us, and we wish him every success and happiness as he starts primary school.
My daughter has recently potty trained, and the support from nursery has been superb. This has been a big change and challenge for her, but the staff have shown nothing but kindness and encouragement. She has been treated with dignity and respect, and given so much encouragement.
My daughter has recently potty trained, and the support from nursery has been superb. This has been a big change and challenge for her, but the staff have shown nothing but kindness and encouragement. She has been treated with dignity and respect, and given so much encouragement.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear how well supported your daughter has been during potty training and that the team has approached this important milestone with such kindness, encouragement, and respect. Your feedback means a great deal to us.
We had a great time at our daughters 'spring time' stay and play in the two's room. It was wonderful to see how excited she was to show us around the room, running from station to station. The staff were amazing as always and it is clear to see our daughter has built up a genuine relationship with...
We had a great time at our daughters 'spring time' stay and play in the two's room. It was wonderful to see how excited she was to show us around the room, running from station to station. The staff were amazing as always and it is clear to see our daughter has built up a genuine relationship with all of her care givers. It's wonderful to see how much she enjoys her nursery days with her peers and the staff at Firs Class Nursery.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear how much you enjoyed the spring-time stay and play session and how excited your daughter was to share her environment with you. It's wonderful to know she has built such strong relationships with the team and enjoys her nursery days so much. We truly appreciate your kind words and your trust in First Class Nursery.
We couldn't be happier with the decision to send our son to this nursery. The staff are amazing! Such a knowledgeable, kind team who make it stress and worry free leaving your child for the day.
We couldn't be happier with the decision to send our son to this nursery. The staff are amazing! Such a knowledgeable, kind team who make it stress and worry free leaving your child for the day.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear how happy you are with your choice and that our knowledgeable, caring team helps make each day feel stress-free. Your trust means a great deal to us.
Willow has really built a strong realationship with Ewelina her keyworker. She has learnt alot of new skills since moving into two's
Willow has really built a strong realationship with Ewelina her keyworker. She has learnt alot of new skills since moving into two's
Thank you! We're delighted Willow feels safe, has bonded with Ewelina and is learning new skills.
We cannot be more appreciative for the support, care & understanding Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery & Preschool have been to us as a family. Our daughter's well being & development has been their priority at all times, especially to cater to her additional health needs. Thank you to all...
We cannot be more appreciative for the support, care & understanding Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery & Preschool have been to us as a family. Our daughter's well being & development has been their priority at all times, especially to cater to her additional health needs. Thank you to all the teams in Bright Horizons First Class.
Thank you for your heartfelt feedback! We're so pleased our team has supported your family and prioritized your daughter's well-being and development. We truly appreciate your kind words.
The entire setup with Bright Horizons and First Class nursery has been nothing but wonderful. We have had only good experiences with all the staff and Riley enjoys the nursery so much keep up the great work!
The entire setup with Bright Horizons and First Class nursery has been nothing but wonderful. We have had only good experiences with all the staff and Riley enjoys the nursery so much keep up the great work!
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're thrilled Riley enjoys nursery and that you've had such positive experiences with our team.
Child Vacancies
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News (1) & Events (0)
- 21 Jan 2025
2025 marks two decades since the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children began its work in the UK! The Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, a UK-registered charity since 2005, supports children...
There are no upcoming events for Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool.
Awards / Recognitions (5)
- 31 Mar 2026Recipient: Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool
- 30 Apr 2019Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd
- 01 Mar 2018Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (3)

Caroline has been the nursery manager since 2020, bringing a wealth of experience and a deep passion for early childhood education to her role. She...
Caroline has been the nursery manager since 2020, bringing a wealth of experience and a deep passion for early childhood education to her role. She completed her Professional Development Award in Childhood Practice Level 9, reflecting her commitment to excellence in the field.
As a dedicated mother of two, Caroline’s life outside of work is vibrant and dynamic, often filled with the joys and challenges of family life. Her enthusiasm for mentoring, coaching, and developing a team is evident in her approach to leadership. She thrives on fostering a supportive and collaborative environment, where both staff and children can flourish.
Caroline eagerly anticipates the opportunity to work with the exceptional First Class staff and is excited to contribute her expertise and passion for nurturing growth and development. Her dedication to creating an enriching and stimulating environment ensures that the nursery remains a place where both children and staff thrive.

Amber has worked in the childcare sector for over eight years. She has taken on various roles, and she is currently the Deputy Manager at First Class...
Amber has worked in the childcare sector for over eight years. She has taken on various roles, and she is currently the Deputy Manager at First Class Nursery. Having earned her SVQ qualification she is now working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Childhood Practice.
Passionate about promoting inclusivity and ensuring every child feels a sense of belonging, she loves supporting the team in creating welcoming and stimulating environments. Filled with loose parts and natural, authentic play materials that encourage children’s curiosity and exploration.
In her spare time, Amber enjoys spending time with her family.

Kim has over 15 years of commitment to the childcare sector. Experienced in various roles, including Room Leader and Nursery Manager. She completed...
Kim has over 15 years of commitment to the childcare sector. Experienced in various roles, including Room Leader and Nursery Manager. She completed the PDA Level 9 in Childhood Practice qualification and works alongside her team to provide meaningful experiences, promote a culture of learning among colleagues, and enhance the service.
With a passion for creating stimulating and inviting environments to support the children’s learning and interests, she enables them to reach their full potential.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool
What is the Age Range of Children that Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool accepts?
Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool Open?
Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool is open: 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.
How many Children does Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool have capacity for?
Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool has capacity for a total of 108 Children.
How far is Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool to the centre of Aberdeen?
2.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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