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I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Active Learning Dorking to prospective parentBeth C(Mother of Child)



I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Active Learning Dorking to prospective parentBeth C(Mother of Child)



A happy and stimulating nursery in Dorking
Bright Horizons Dorking Day Nursery and preschool is conveniently located close to Dorking train station and provides high-quality care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years.
With a large garden and in walking distance to a park, the children can take advantage of a variety of resources at the nursery, including an Art Studio and a sensory room for the younger children....
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
- Pippa (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 18
Total Places for Children
- 89
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 & Christmas
Bright Horizons Dorking Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (103)
Bright Horizons Dorking Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.562) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Dorking Day Nursery and Preschool has 103 reviews.
My daughter joined in babies in 2018 after I attended all the local nursery’s and I can honestly say as soon as we arrived here we were very impressed. Everyone was very welcoming and lots of friendly faces. The team are amazing they all work so hard and my daughter thoroughly enjoys her days here. Her bond and friendship with the staff is lovely. If we have a difficult drop off (we all have those days) they are very supportive and happy to take check-in phone calls during the day. Very happy toddler = Very happy Mummy and Daddy.
Our little girl has blossomed since she started at nursery and that is all down to the dedication, knowledge and understanding of the fabulous team. They have been extremely flexible both at the beginning with the settle sessions and throughout the COVID 19 pandemic. Thank you!
Outstanding nursery - made so by the staff. My son loves being dropped off there in the morning and clearly loves his time there. He is really well looked after, well-fed and nurtured and has come on leaps and bounds in confidence. The staff care, and it shows. The nursery manager and her team communicate brilliantly and obviously love their work. I couldn’t recommend them highly enough.
Our third child is now attending this nursery. We love that so many of the staff have seen our family grow with us. It has been a difficult year but our youngest has settled into the baby room so easily. She is happy to go in and not so fussed to come home! Sign of a good day! Thank you to all the staff!
The staff have been fantastic, communicating well with us as parents and providing a great and fun learning environment. My child loves going to nursery and talks about staff and friends all the time.
As a parent, I highly recommend Bright Horizons Dorking.
Everyone at the nursery is very friendly and always helpful. My boy has attended the nursery since he was 12 months and made good friends and is always happy to go to the nursery. My little one has started now in the baby room and I’m sure he will have a great time as well.
A wonderful day nursery for our daughter. She settled in so quickly and has enjoyed going every day since. She has built lovely relationships with many members of staff who seem to enjoy what they do. The nursery feels safe and uplifting with a great garden space. Our daughter is looking forward to progressing up to the next class.
Nursery staff very supportive and management team have provided clarity and encouragement through the girls' nursery education. It would have been useful to use something like an online learning journal so we could access their progress especially in this current environment.
My child started when he was 9 months old and has now been there for just over a year. The settling in process was great and very reassuring. All the staff are friendly and very caring of the children taking the time to get to know them and their interests. The management are great keeping in really good contact and responding to queries very promptly. Even during this period of closure, there has been lots of efforts to keep in touch and provide activity ideas.
I couldn’t be happier with the nursery. The staff are absolutely lovely in every class and you can tell my little one enjoys it as she loves going, which for me is the most important thing. She comes back with new words and facts all the time, so she is learning and developing very well. I would highly recommend Bright Horizons.
I cannot recommend this nursery enough! My daughter loves her days here and I know she is being left in safe hands. All the staff I have spoken to are very welcoming and friendly. All of this has made my return to work so much easier, knowing my daughter is well cared for and enjoying her time at nursery.
I am very happy with my daughter's care at Bright Horizons Dorking. They offer excellent opening times. The staff are attentive and hard working. They treat each child as an individual. There are always lots of stimulating activities. At the end of the day we get a thorough handover so I know they have been attentive to her needs. I feel I can trust the staff so I know she is safe and well cared for.
Excellent staff who really care for our baby's wellbeing. Our son seems to thoroughly enjoy his time at the nursery. Always smiling. A true testament to all of the staff. Thank you!
My 11-month-old daughter attends Dorking Active Learning nursery full time and she is very happy there. The management and baby room staff are very supportive, enthusiastic about the activities and passionate individuals. We cannot thank you enough for taking good care of our baby girl, making her happy every day and helping in her development through creative and educational activities. Thank you!
My son has been attending the nursery for 21 months. He was welcomed into Jumblies at 18 months and settled in very nicely. The girls made me feel very happy leaving my son in their capable hands for a few days in the week. He has been taught and learnt so much, he is now in Preschool and now learning to write, with the encouragement of management and the rest of the team. I can highly recommend the nursery to all friends and family. I have never had any doubts. Thank you, ladies!
My little girl loves her time at Active Learning Dorking (Surrey). The staff form wonderful relationships with the children and play a pivotal role in their early development. They also show incredible empathy and consideration towards what might be happening at home. Whenever we have needed extra support or flexibility due to life’s ‘twists and turns’ we have always been blown away by the kind response of the staff.
The staff are lovely, the activities are stimulating, fun and age-appropriate across the board. The facilities are impressive too. What we really love is that my daughter's personality is encouraged to shine through.
My son has been there three months and we have had a really positive experience. The staff have gone above and beyond to help him settle in. He loves playing in the garden there.
Active Learning is a lovely, clean, safe and welcoming environment for little ones. My daughter attends two days a week and has a fantastic time. I love reading about all the activities she has been involved in throughout her day. The staff are kind and patient and bring out the best in her.
My son attends Active Learning Dorking twice a week and he is really happy there. I'm always pleased to hear about the number of activities he has been involved in during the day and he is growing in confidence all the time. The staff are lovely and really care about the children they look after. I would definitely recommend the nursery.
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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...
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Awards / Recognitions (4)
- 30 Apr 2019Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd
- 01 Mar 2018Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd
- 01 Mar 2017Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd
Meet the Team (2)
Since gaining my NNEB qualification in 1995 I began my career in Childcare, and have worked within Bright Horizons since 2003 where I have worked in various settings across the regions, starting as a Nursery Nurse and working up to my current role as Nursery Manager since 2013.
I enjoy all aspects of my role and work alongside my team to provide the children in our care with the best opportunities for learning and play.
Paige has been with Bright Horizons since 2016, during which she completed her Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Learning and Development. Starting as a nursery assistant, she steadily advanced to the position of Deputy Manager. Currently, Paige serves as the nursery’s SENCO (Special Needs Coordinator) and holds a Level 3 Award in Early Years SEN Coordination. At Dorking, the team collaborates to ensure all children under their care receive enriching learning opportunities conducive to their growth and development.
Paige is deeply committed to providing exceptional care and provision to the children, fostering a nurturing, safe, and joyful environment. Witnessing the children's learning, development, and progress within the nursery brings her immense joy and fulfilment.
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