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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.
I am very happy with care the nursery is providing for my son. He is developing new skills all the time and loves his time here.
I am very happy with care the nursery is providing for my son. He is developing new skills all the time and loves his time here.
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're delighted your son is enjoying nursery and developing new skills - it's wonderful for the team to see his progress.
We are extremely happy with our experience at First Class Nursery. The staff are caring, attentive and creat a warm, welcoming environment for the children. The variety of activities encourages creativity and curiosity and social development. Overall it is a wonderful place for all child to grown...
We are extremely happy with our experience at First Class Nursery. The staff are caring, attentive and creat a warm, welcoming environment for the children. The variety of activities encourages creativity and curiosity and social development. Overall it is a wonderful place for all child to grown and learn and play.
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're delighted you feel First Class Nursery provides a caring, creative environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
Since joining Bright Horizons, our son has come on so much and is always so excited to get into nursery. He gets on so well with the staff, and the food must be good because he always seems to eat here and not at home!
Since joining Bright Horizons, our son has come on so much and is always so excited to get into nursery. He gets on so well with the staff, and the food must be good because he always seems to eat here and not at home!
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're thrilled your son is thriving, excited for nursery and enjoying mealtimes.
Excellent staff who show genuine passion, care & skill for our daughter. Staff go above & beyond supporting and caring for the children & we couldn't be happier with the care that is received. Love the outdoor space and the access to the local community/nature that is facilitated. Thank you!
Excellent staff who show genuine passion, care & skill for our daughter. Staff go above & beyond supporting and caring for the children & we couldn't be happier with the care that is received. Love the outdoor space and the access to the local community/nature that is facilitated. Thank you!
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. Were thrilled you feel supported and that your daughter enjoys the outdoor space and community experiences.
Noa has the best time at Pre-school & its great to get to join her for some play.
Noa has the best time at Pre-school & its great to get to join her for some play.
Thank you so much for lovely review. We're thrilled your daughter enjoyed the Halloween event and all the fun activities. It's lovely that you could join her for some playtime too!
The staff are excellent and are very attentive to the needs of the children. Facilities are very good and there are always activities to keep all children entertained and educated.
The staff are excellent and are very attentive to the needs of the children. Facilities are very good and there are always activities to keep all children entertained and educated.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear you appreciate our caring team and the activities that keep children happy, learning and engaged.
First class has been amazing for not only my daughter but myself also. I was very nervous to put my child into childcare but she has absolutely thrived since the minute she started. Staff completely made me feel at ease.
First class has been amazing for not only my daughter but myself also. I was very nervous to put my child into childcare but she has absolutely thrived since the minute she started. Staff completely made me feel at ease.
Thank you so much for sharing your review. We're delighted to hear your positive feedback and thrilled that your daughter is flourishing at our nursery.
Really good facilities, the staff and management team go above and beyond for the kids making fun play days and creative learning experiences.
Really good facilities, the staff and management team go above and beyond for the kids making fun play days and creative learning experiences.
Thank you for your 5-star review and positive feedback; we truly appreciate your kind words about the team.
Our daughter joined Bright Horizons First Class Nursery in August 2024. In just 1 year; we could notice an amazing increase in her confidence and she truly enjoyed attending Nursery. The staff have been amazing at supporting her learning and development - especially preparing for P1. They made her...
Our daughter joined Bright Horizons First Class Nursery in August 2024. In just 1 year; we could notice an amazing increase in her confidence and she truly enjoyed attending Nursery. The staff have been amazing at supporting her learning and development - especially preparing for P1. They made her feel at home, built lasting relationships and I'm sure she will remember her time @ FIRST CLASS for years to come. As parent we could HIGHLY recommend this Nursery! It has been her home away from home; where she felt loved and supported throughout. Thank you to the AMAZING team of Educators, we appreciate your time, effort and enthusiasm for our daughter her peers immensely!
Thank you for your wonderful words. We're delighted your daughter has thrived at Bright Horizons First Class Nursery and felt so supported, prepared, and happy throughout her early years journey!
Really good with allergies
Good communication
Really good with allergies
Good communication
Thank you for your kind words about Bright Horizons staff and communication!
This nursery is inclusive to everyone.
Supportive nuturing and caring
The faculities are fantastic, with a great outdoor play area.
The staff are the best.
This nursery is inclusive to everyone.
Supportive nuturing and caring
The faculities are fantastic, with a great outdoor play area.
The staff are the best.
Thank you for your glowing review. We're delighted you value the inclusive, supportive environment at Bright Horizons and appreciate our fantastic team and facilities!
Our child attended this nursery for just over a year and we are very happy with the overall experience and great staff
Our child attended this nursery for just over a year and we are very happy with the overall experience and great staff
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're so pleased your child had a positive experience at Bright Horizons and that you've been happy with our dedicated staff!
Always felt there was a real connection between the staff and kids and a real interest in building relationships and focus on development.
Always felt there was a real connection between the staff and kids and a real interest in building relationships and focus on development.
Thank you for your lovely words. We're delighted you've felt such strong connections at Bright Horizons and that your child is thriving through each stage of development!
I have been impressed with the 'prep for school' activities and feel confident they have done all they can to ensure my son is ready for school.
The graduation party was well planned and...
I have been impressed with the 'prep for school' activities and feel confident they have done all they can to ensure my son is ready for school.
The graduation party was well planned and executed.
A big thank you to everyone!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're so pleased your son has enjoyed his time at Bright Horizons and feels prepared and excited for school!
My son has thrived since joining Bright Horizons! The staff have always been so warm and welcoming to my son and me as the parent, the communication in person and via the app is always detailed and my son has built a strong bond with his keyworker, who took the time to understand his needs and...
My son has thrived since joining Bright Horizons! The staff have always been so warm and welcoming to my son and me as the parent, the communication in person and via the app is always detailed and my son has built a strong bond with his keyworker, who took the time to understand his needs and likes and dislikes and has helped build his confidence and teach new skills. My son is always keen to tell me all the great activities he gets up to in his days spent at Bright Horizons. I am very impressed by the standard of care and learning resources the children are offerd.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're so pleased to hear how well your son has thrived, built confidence and enjoyed his activities.
Amazing staff, a very safe environment for our little one. The nursery is definitely a great place for our daughter to learn and play, and we would recommend it to everyone.
Amazing staff, a very safe environment for our little one. The nursery is definitely a great place for our daughter to learn and play, and we would recommend it to everyone.
Thank you so much for your positive feedback! Thank you for recommending us!
My son has recently transitioned to the two's room and he has settled well with peers new and old. We are delighted that the transition was so smooth.
My son has recently transitioned to the two's room and he has settled well with peers new and old. We are delighted that the transition was so smooth.
We are delighted to receive your positive feedback, and we're thrilled to hear your son is thriving at our nursery.
I have found First Class Nursery to be excellent. I was initially nervous about my son joining nursery but I have found the transition really pleasant. The team have been very supportive of both us parents but especially our child. Since starting nursery his confidence has risen. We could not be...
I have found First Class Nursery to be excellent. I was initially nervous about my son joining nursery but I have found the transition really pleasant. The team have been very supportive of both us parents but especially our child. Since starting nursery his confidence has risen. We could not be happier with our experience so far. The staff are amazing and we are so grateful to how caring they are.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that your son's transition into nursery has been such a positive experience. It's wonderful to know his confidence is growing and that you've felt supported every step of the way.
My daughter has come on leaps and bounds in a short time since joining the nursery, always seems happy and enjoying trying different foods.
My daughter has come on leaps and bounds in a short time since joining the nursery, always seems happy and enjoying trying different foods.
Thank you for your 5-star review and for sharing your positive feedback with us!
Overall very positive. The staff are great and always welcome us with a warm smile. My daughter has grown in confidence over the past 6 months. She also loves the food!
Overall very positive. The staff are great and always welcome us with a warm smile. My daughter has grown in confidence over the past 6 months. She also loves the food!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that your daughter has grown in confidence and enjoys the food.
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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
There are no accreditations posted yet for Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool.
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.
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