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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...
Funding & Fees
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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
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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
- Christmas Day, Boxing Day, 1st & 2nd January
Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (88)
Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 10 (9.974) out of 10, based on 42 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool has 88 reviews.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
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!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that your daughter has grown in confidence and enjoys the food.
The staff at first class have been excellent in making sure our daughter has settled in well at nursery. Their care, attention, and the breadth of activities they provide has hugely helped her development. The quality and variety of food provided is wonderful. I would not hesitate to recommend first class to any parent.
Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy to hear that your daughter has settled in well and is thriving with the care, activities, and food provided. Thank you for your recommendation.
Great nursery, staff are fantastic and my son loves it. Plenty of activities and fabulous outdoor space. The children do lots out in the community and is great.
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
The preschool team are great at making the kids feel welcome and safe. They spend quality time with each child, teaching important lessons and skills which shine through in our daughter. The team are professional caring and a pleasure to work with.
Thank you for your 5-star review and for sharing your positive feedback with us!
First class is a wonderful nurturing place for my son. There has always been excellent communication between staff and myself regarding all aspects of my son's development. Fully recommend this nursery to all.
Thank you so much for your positive feedback! Thank you for recommending us!
My child is very happy at Nursery. The staff are all really supportive and caring towards him, which is so reassuring for me as his mum. He gets to take part in a range of activities, including in the local community which is fantastic.
Thank you for your 5-star review and positive feedback; we truly appreciate your kind words about the team.
My son loves coming into nursery to play with his friends. The nursery staff are very caring and provide very immersive and educational environment. The nursery MGR is excellent and always resolves any issues.
We are delighted to receive your positive feedback, and we're thrilled to hear your son is thriving at our nursery.
Can not fault the staff and facilities. Kids development is key and with the encouragement of the staff. Kids are truly happy and the fully skills for school.
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool is a truly wonderful nursery. We have two children at the nursery with the intention of sending our third child. It is a very caring and nurturing environment for the children. We are so impressed with all the activities the children get to take part in and love hearing about the kids day at dinner time. The staff always go above and beyond and are so loving towards the children. Thank you for being such a wonderful, fun environment.
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad your children are thriving and enjoying the nurturing environment and activities. Your support means the world to us and we look forward to welcoming your third child!
Bright Horizon First Class has been brilliant for my daughter starting nursery. They are always so helpful and will answer any questions. It has been a transition, settling in but slowly getting easier at drop off. Thank you especially to her key worker who has really helped.
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad your daughter is settling in and that her key worker has been a great support. The team are always here to help!
My child has settled in very well. Our experience has been excellent so far. My child loves all his teachers and key worker's support in my child's learning journey is fantastic. Thank you so much!
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
Absolutely superb! My son goes to nursery with a big smile on his face.
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to receive your positive feedback, and we're thrilled to hear your son is thriving at our nursery.
Everyone at the 2s room is excellent. You can see they really care about the kids. Our son loves coming to the nursery. 100% recommended and thanks everyone at Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and Preschool!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that your son loves coming to the 2s room and that you appreciate the care our team provides. Thank you for your recommendation.
The care and attention given to our child from age 9 months has been exceptional. The nursery staff have gone above and beyond in the education and early learning of our child. The communication has been excellent, and the use of the app has been amazing - especially when booking holidays and finding out meals for the day.
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you're pleased with the care and attention your child has received. It's great to know that the communication and app features have been helpful for you.
Child Vacancies
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News (3) & Events (0)
- Posted: Tuesday 21 Jan 20252025 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...
- Posted: Wednesday 24 Jul 2024Bright Horizons is celebrating a full house of Great Place to Work™ honours, with its latest listing - 13th in the Great Place to Work™ list for Women. This is...
- Posted: Thursday 27 Jun 2024The 2024 UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ was launched this morning by Great Place To Work® UK, recognising Bright Horizons as 17th out of fifty companies on the Super Large...
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Awards / Recognitions (5)
- Recipient: Bright Horizons First Class Day Nursery and PreschoolDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions LtdDate: Tuesday 30 Apr 2019
- Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions LtdDate: Thursday 01 Mar 2018
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 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 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 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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