Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool

53 Luton Road, Harpenden AL5 2UE
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  • Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool, Harpenden
The Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool is set in a beautifully converted Victorian house with rooms spread over three floors and a log cabin nursery.

Located within the catchment area of many schools which include Roundwood and Woodend school. Providing quality childcare and education, supporting every child’s development from the age of 3 months to 5 years.

The well-qualified team of highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced staff work together to provide a well-balanced programme of fun activities and learning experiences, within a carefully planned curriculum with Bright Horizons unique Ready for School programme. Fostering an enjoyment of early literacy and maths, with the Growing Readers, Writers and Mathematicians Enhancement, helping children to recognise letters, words and numbers in their environment.

The nursery features high quality educational resources to suit the age and stage of the children. There are role-play areas in every room to encourage cognitive development, as well as dedicated creative areas.

With all-inclusive fees, which means less to pack on a busy morning, onsite meals are prepared with nutrition in mind. From healthy lunches and snacks to the chosen branded nappies and wipes included in the fees.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Ellen (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 27

Total Places for Children

  • 93

Age Range

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

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (80)

9.6

Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.615) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool has 80 reviews.

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Review from Jenny B (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is very happy at Asquith. He is two and he settles in really well each morning. He has a good relationship with his key worker and the other carers. The staff are all friendly, professional and trustworthy. I feel comfortable that when I drop my son off he is going to be well looked after and
assisted and encouraged with his development. It is lovely to hear at handover each evening the variety of activities he has been doing each day. I am so glad I chose this nursery.
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Review from T B (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Both my son and daughter started at Harpenden Pre-School and Nursery in November 2017. All the teachers and staff really made them feel very welcome and at home.
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Review from Wendy R (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent setting plenty of outdoor and indoor space.
Low staff turnover people obviously enjoy working here good selection of activities.
Excellent communication with parents.
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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is excellent. Both my children are very happy here. The staff are engaging and the children full of life and inquisitiveness. It is a safe and caring environment where the children learn a lot through play and creativity. I thoroughly recommend it.
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Review from R S (Mother of Child) published on 16 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child loves going to nursery. The staff take very good care of him and there are no issues when I drop him off in a morning. He gets on very well with his key worker. She has a very good relationship with him and I can tell that she cares for him. My child is involved in lots of different and fun
daily activities. The staff take photos which they give to us to take home. It is always nice to see what they have been up to. The menu has lots of variety and includes a good range of vegetables, fruit and healthier desserts. My child eats all of his meals every day. The only downside of the nursery is how expensive it is.
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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are Harpenden Pre-School and Nursery are fantastic. They take such good care of the children. I always trust that my son is in excellent hands.
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Review from C C (Father of Child) published on 7 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Real care and a nurturing environment provided for our 16month old son. Clear relationships with lovely keyworkers, have helped him enormously grow into this nursery. We have seen great development in all areas. He has matured and developed his happy and social personality. Much care and attention to
dietary requirements. A safe and secure environment. A small matter was dealt with very professionally, with great communication from management through to keyworkers.
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Review from Sarah P (Mother of Child) published on 5 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I find the care provided is excellent. The staff really care about the children. My little boy enjoys it very much.
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Review from Chris S (Father of Child) published on 5 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is only 7 months old but knows what nursery means and looks forward to going. He has already been able to take part in lots of fun activities and I don't have to worry as his standard of care is brilliant.
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Review from Jonathan T (Father of Child) published on 5 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As indicated below, the experience that our 2 children have at the nursery, and mine and my wife's experience, is extremely positive in all respects. The staff are extremely competent and helpful and are always positive and professional. Suffice it to say, the children genuinely love to go to the nursery
every day and are extremely attached to the carers and are benefitting in all respects from the facilities provided but above all, from the atmosphere that the staff all create and maintain at the nursery. The attention to detail in order to achieve in all respects the experience of our children is first class. The staff go the extra mile for a real attachment to the children.
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Review from Charlotte S (Mother of Child) published on 9 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been impressed by the general organisation of the nursery, the attitudes and helpfulness of staff and the education provided in the pre-school room - thank you.
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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A very good nursery with lovely staff, my child has always been happy attending.
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Review from Wenli Y (Father of Child) published on 24 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's a great experience for change, to stay with all kids here. We're happy to see her changing from tears to smiles after months struggling. We're all satisfied. Thanks.
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Review from Louise G (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My two sons have spent three years at Harpenden Pre-school & Day Nursery and have been extremely happy and have developed really well. The staff are caring and I really feel they have looked after them. They have always looked forward to going to nursery and will miss it now they are off to big boys
school!
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Review from Gemma W (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had a wonderful experience at the nursery. My daughter has skipped in so happily for the last 2 years. The staff are so warm and friendly and I have felt completely relaxed leaving her in your care. Thank you so much.
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Review from Jennifer B (Mother of Child) published on 14 June 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My pre-schooler and my baby have been attending for 6 months now and we are very happy with their care. Our baby has been attending since he was 9 months old and he was very happy from the start. He is well looked after and his routine catered for. They do lots of messy play and things you might not
want to do at home. They are warm and genuinely caring.
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Review from Karla S (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter enjoys the nursery. We feel very comfortable talking with any member at the nursery. I like the activities and menu.
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Review from Panteleimon C (Father of Child) published on 26 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent staff and management. Friendly and approachable. Supportive and fostering of development.
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Review from Peter (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff and carers at this nursery are exceptional. Our son who is now 25 months has been going over one year now and he has received excellent care. We have a wonderful relationship with his key workers, our carers and we feel our son has truly enjoyed coming everyday. The outdoor space is fantastic
and the staff always organise great activities for the children. They also really listen to your wishes as parents and follow them. We have been really happy with the experience so far.
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Review from Samantha K (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience with Harpenden pre school has one that I have felt most rewarding and very much at peace with. Harpenden pre school offers a place where my son felt very comfortable and being shy, they made him feel at ease until he came out of his shell. As a very happy boy they maintained his energy
but also worked really hard to keep him active and stimulated.


The school is very accommodating of allergies and makes sure your child's needs are met with a healthy diet but was extremely impressed by their attention to detail in making sure my son was not exposed to milk.
I would highly recommend it to any parent.


Thank you to all the staff at Harpenden pre school.

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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.615)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.615) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road 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 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 14 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 4.862 for Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (148 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 167 Ratings = 4.862
  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 4.753 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 14 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 93 number of registered child places is 18.6. 14 Positive Reviews ÷ 18.6 = 0.753
  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)

Ellen

Ellen

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Ellen has been part of the Luton Road family since 2016 but began their journey in Early Years in 2011. Over the past eight years, they have learned new skills that have supported their journey into becoming Nursery Manager. They have an excellent knowledge of SEND and work closely with local authorities to ensure all children’s needs are met.


Ellen has a passion for high-quality learning and education at the nursery, ensuring children can achieve their full potential while attending Luton Road. In addition to supporting the children’s development, it is important to them to ensure staff are always developing themselves and gaining new skills and experiences.

Rose

Rose

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Rose has worked at Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road since 2017, progressing both personally and professionally. Starting as a Nursery Nurse, she has advanced to Room Leader, Third in Charge, and now Deputy Manager.


Rose is passionate about providing the best experiences and opportunities for children while developing strong relationships with families. She is committed to creating a nurturing environment where children can build the confidence and independence essential for their future school years.

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