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Bright Horizons have really helped provide a safe and enriching learning environmentR P(Mother of Child)



Bright Horizons have really helped provide a safe and enriching learning environmentR P(Mother of Child)



East Barnet Day Nursery and Preschool is located in a charming character building near Oak Hill Park, offering care and early education for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The nursery team is qualified, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting every child’s development. With opening hours from 7:30am to 6:30pm and an onsite buggy park, the nursery is ideal for busy families. It’s conveniently situated near Arnos Grove and Southgate...
East Barnet Day Nursery and Preschool is located in a charming character building near Oak Hill Park, offering care and early education for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The nursery team is qualified, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting every child’s development. With opening hours from 7:30am to 6:30pm and an onsite buggy park, the nursery is ideal for busy families. It’s conveniently situated near Arnos Grove and Southgate stations, and close to Monkfrith Primary School.
Bright Horizons’ Nurture Approach underpins the nursery’s ethos, creating a safe and supportive space for children to grow. The Bright Beginnings Curriculum blends hands-on learning with emotional wellbeing, confidence, and curiosity - preparing children for school and beyond.
The baby room (3 to 18 months) offers sensory resources, a milk kitchen, and a separate sleep area. Toddlers (18 months to 2 years 6 months) enjoy a bright space with reading corners and low-level activities. Rising toddlers (2 years 6 months to 3 years 6 months) are encouraged to explore independence through interest-led play and toilet training support.
Preschoolers benefit from the Ready for School programme, led by a qualified teacher, focusing on early maths, reading, and writing skills.
Each age group has access to its own garden area, designed to support outdoor learning and development. Features include climbing equipment, play trays, a vegetable garden, and racing tracks.
Parents stay connected through the Bright Horizons Family app, which provides updates on their child’s daily experiences and progress.
Tailored Settling in Sessions are available to help families transition smoothly. To learn more or arrange a visit, contact the nursery manager.
Book a tour today and discover what makes East Barnet Day Nursery and Preschool a special place to grow.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesGroup / Owner
- Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Gemma (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 30
Total Places for Children
- 86
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday07:30-18:30
- Tuesday07:30-18:30
- Wednesday07:30-18:30
- Thursday07:30-18:30
- Friday07:30-18:30
When Closed
- Bank Holidays
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Bright Horizons East Barnet Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (115)
Bright Horizons East Barnet Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.896) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons East Barnet Day Nursery and Preschool has 115 reviews.
We have been at Bright Horizons East Barnet for nearly two years now and are incredibly happy with the nursery and all the staff. Our son loves going into nursery and we have seen him thrive there. It is clear the staff are committed to their jobs and truly care about the children. I feel like our...
We have been at Bright Horizons East Barnet for nearly two years now and are incredibly happy with the nursery and all the staff. Our son loves going into nursery and we have seen him thrive there. It is clear the staff are committed to their jobs and truly care about the children. I feel like our son (and the other children) are in a fun, caring and stimulating environment. The staff keep us well informed at all times and provide help and guidance readily when we have asked for it. This year especially they have worked very hard to keep the nursery running and safe during the pandemic and to keep all the children and staff as safe as possible. They have been brilliant at managing my son's allergies and making sure his food is safe for him. Well done team Bright Horizons East Barnet, you are all fantastic!
Thank you to the whole of the East Barnet nursery team. During the most difficult of times (COVID), the team have pulled together to maintain such a high standard of professionalism, hygiene, health and safety and customer service. I have seen first hand the positive impact that the team have had...
Thank you to the whole of the East Barnet nursery team. During the most difficult of times (COVID), the team have pulled together to maintain such a high standard of professionalism, hygiene, health and safety and customer service. I have seen first hand the positive impact that the team have had on my son, with all the fun activities arranged for him, the great food, friendly and truly caring staff that are with him. I am thankful for the efforts that all the staff put in and the meticulous eye for detail in the general operational running of the nursery. I feel safe and secure when my boy is with the staff here and look forward to more time, more fun and building more good memories with the team. I couldn't recommend this nursery more to those shopping around.
Bright Horizons East Barnet is a fantastic environment for our child. She has a wonderful relationship with all the staff there who all go out of their way to make her feel special and welcome every day. The meals are fantastic too and she is rarely hungry when she gets home.
Bright Horizons East Barnet is a fantastic environment for our child. She has a wonderful relationship with all the staff there who all go out of their way to make her feel special and welcome every day. The meals are fantastic too and she is rarely hungry when she gets home.
We have used Bright Horizons nursery for both of our children. The staff have been fantastic with both, and our youngest looks forward to her days there. Thank you for creating a fun, caring, safe environment!
We have used Bright Horizons nursery for both of our children. The staff have been fantastic with both, and our youngest looks forward to her days there. Thank you for creating a fun, caring, safe environment!
East Barnet Bright Horizons has given my daughter a fantastic foundation with her learning and development, stimulating and encouraging her through so many new activities. The key workers play a pivotal role in preparing the children for life after nursery in so many ways. They will support and...
East Barnet Bright Horizons has given my daughter a fantastic foundation with her learning and development, stimulating and encouraging her through so many new activities. The key workers play a pivotal role in preparing the children for life after nursery in so many ways. They will support and help parents with aspects which allows for consistency at both home and the nursery; whether that be toilet training, writing or general activities. The staff really grasp the children’s personalities and identify with them on an individual basis which is important as no two children are the same. My daughter is so happy there and that is all down to the team and management. It is worth flagging they have also continued to follow very strict covid protection procedures which provides endless reassurance for me and my family.
Bright Horizons was the most amazing nursery for my daughter. She was so happy there, and I felt always that she was in safe, capable, nurturing hands. I visited a lot of nurseries when looking for one for my daughter and this was, without doubt, the best one in the area, and I knew it the moment I...
Bright Horizons was the most amazing nursery for my daughter. She was so happy there, and I felt always that she was in safe, capable, nurturing hands. I visited a lot of nurseries when looking for one for my daughter and this was, without doubt, the best one in the area, and I knew it the moment I walked around the building, it has a very warm feeling and the children are obviously happy there. The management is fantastic, especially one manager who was always so lovely, and helpful, she's really great at her job! The systems in place, parent communication and the day to day running of the nursery made me feel confident about how the nursery would care for my child. All the room leaders were amazing, I felt they really knew my daughter and met her needs all the time. All the staff in each of the rooms were lovely, I felt they really cared for my daughter, who often told me how much she loved each and every one of them. We will really miss it!
We considered Bright Horizons to have been a great choice for our daughter even before the pandemic hit but during this difficult time their communication, commitment to the kids and parents and support has been unfaltering. The staff are friendly and helpful and we have been so grateful for all...
We considered Bright Horizons to have been a great choice for our daughter even before the pandemic hit but during this difficult time their communication, commitment to the kids and parents and support has been unfaltering. The staff are friendly and helpful and we have been so grateful for all they have done. Truth be told, eventually, kids can settle most places where they have fun and can play - but as first-time parents, the support we've had from baby, through toddler to preschool - discussing issues, supporting development - has all been amazing.
My daughter attended Bright Horizons East Barnet for two years until this September when she started school. We were very pleased with the nursery and all the staff. It was very professionally run and the staff were all lovely. My daughter loved it there and still asks to go back.
My daughter attended Bright Horizons East Barnet for two years until this September when she started school. We were very pleased with the nursery and all the staff. It was very professionally run and the staff were all lovely. My daughter loved it there and still asks to go back.
I am really happy with the excellent care provided to my son. The staff are wonderful and caring, it puts my mind at ease when I drop him off as I know he is being well looked after. My first child had a great time at Bright Horizons East Barnet for 4 years, so it was a no-brainer to send my second...
I am really happy with the excellent care provided to my son. The staff are wonderful and caring, it puts my mind at ease when I drop him off as I know he is being well looked after. My first child had a great time at Bright Horizons East Barnet for 4 years, so it was a no-brainer to send my second child to Bright Horizons East Barnet.
I have a 3-year-old and a 1-year-old coming to the nursery and I couldn’t be happier with the care and attention they give to my children. They skip in there every morning, are greeted with open arms and are made to feel special and important. I was a bit nervous switching from the homely...
I have a 3-year-old and a 1-year-old coming to the nursery and I couldn’t be happier with the care and attention they give to my children. They skip in there every morning, are greeted with open arms and are made to feel special and important. I was a bit nervous switching from the homely environment of a childminder to a nursery but my fears have completely gone. The key workers really know their children and are tuned in to their needs, and give me peace of mind while I’m at work. Thank you to the team!
I'm quite impressed by the warm, caring and fun environment at the nursery. Staff are doing a great job on a day-to-day basis. There are lots of activities that keep my son occupied. He really enjoys being there.
I'm quite impressed by the warm, caring and fun environment at the nursery. Staff are doing a great job on a day-to-day basis. There are lots of activities that keep my son occupied. He really enjoys being there.
I am extremely happy with the care my son has received here. The staff are all excellent and show genuine care for the children. The learning resources are great and varied ensuring my son’s development has flourished and I am sure that this will help to make the transition to primary school much...
I am extremely happy with the care my son has received here. The staff are all excellent and show genuine care for the children. The learning resources are great and varied ensuring my son’s development has flourished and I am sure that this will help to make the transition to primary school much easier when the time comes. To add to that the staff here have worked really hard to ensure that the nursery has been a safe and secure place for the children during the Covid-19 pandemic. I would not hesitate to recommend this nursery to others!
We were very nervous integrating our child into nursery especially as the events of this year have limited social contact substantially. We could not be more delighted with how our daughter has settled into East Barnet. She dances into nursery and skips out, she is always excited to attend and...
We were very nervous integrating our child into nursery especially as the events of this year have limited social contact substantially. We could not be more delighted with how our daughter has settled into East Barnet. She dances into nursery and skips out, she is always excited to attend and talks lots about her key workers and friends at home. The staff have been incredibly supportive, throughout her settling period and beyond.
Our family are so happy with Bright Horizons East Barnet. Our daughter (now almost 2) has been attending since she was 11 months. From not wanting to attend at first to not wanting to come home, needless to say, she loves it there! The facilities are awesome and the staff are awesome, constantly...
Our family are so happy with Bright Horizons East Barnet. Our daughter (now almost 2) has been attending since she was 11 months. From not wanting to attend at first to not wanting to come home, needless to say, she loves it there! The facilities are awesome and the staff are awesome, constantly communicating developments or potential concerns. Thank you Bright Horizons East Barnet, we couldn't have chosen a better nursery.
Our daughter attended East Barnet before we moved house this year. She started in the babies group before moving up through the toddler groups. Selecting this nursery was one of the best decisions we ever made. From the settling in period right through to the food menu decisions, they were...
We wish we could have taken the nursery with us when we moved! Our daughter still talks about the staff here and we still receive emails asking us how she is getting in.
We really couldn’t recommend the nursery more.
My son has now finished attending Bright Horizons East Barnet, after attending there for 3 and a half years. He absolutely loved his time there, established great relationships with other children as well as the staff in each room he was in. My son has developed very well through the learning and...
My son has now finished attending Bright Horizons East Barnet, after attending there for 3 and a half years. He absolutely loved his time there, established great relationships with other children as well as the staff in each room he was in. My son has developed very well through the learning and support received from the staff at this nursery and I would definitely recommend.
This is an excellent nursery - frankly the best in the area. I'm very lucky to live walking distance from it. The staff are kind and caring, and both my children loved their time there. Their caring and inclusive environment has perfectly prepared them for school.
This is an excellent nursery - frankly the best in the area. I'm very lucky to live walking distance from it. The staff are kind and caring, and both my children loved their time there. Their caring and inclusive environment has perfectly prepared them for school.
Our child started her settling in days in August. This was one of the most difficult things to face as a parent. After a few weeks hse became more familiar with the staff and began to enjoy her days at nursery. Everyone was very supportive throughout the whole process. We are very happy with this...
Our child started her settling in days in August. This was one of the most difficult things to face as a parent. After a few weeks hse became more familiar with the staff and began to enjoy her days at nursery. Everyone was very supportive throughout the whole process. We are very happy with this nursery and would definitely recommend to all parents.
My children have been both attending East Barnet Bright Horizons since each of them turned 10 months old. One is four now, preparing for the transition to reception and the other is almost three years old, preparing for increased independence. Bright Horizons have really helped provide a safe and...
My children have been both attending East Barnet Bright Horizons since each of them turned 10 months old. One is four now, preparing for the transition to reception and the other is almost three years old, preparing for increased independence. Bright Horizons have really helped provide a safe and enriching learning environment for both of my children. I am very happy that I chose East Barnet Bright Horizons for my children. Every key person/staff member make it enjoyable for both of them and they are cared for beyond point of imagination. Thank you Bright Horizons.
The nursery is a fantastic place and can not do enough for my child or me. Every member of staff is welcoming throughout. My child has come on leaps and bounds throughout the nursery and will 100% ready for school next September. I will be sad when he has to leave as they are all wonderful people...
The nursery is a fantastic place and can not do enough for my child or me. Every member of staff is welcoming throughout. My child has come on leaps and bounds throughout the nursery and will 100% ready for school next September. I will be sad when he has to leave as they are all wonderful people and so caring. Highly recommend the nursery to anyone.
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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
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (2)

Gemma, the Nursery Manager, has been working in Early Years Education for twelve years. She first obtained a Level 3 qualification in childcare...
Gemma, the Nursery Manager, has been working in Early Years Education for twelve years. She first obtained a Level 3 qualification in childcare before advancing to university, where she earned a degree in Education Studies.
Her passion lies in providing the best possible outcomes for the next generation. She finds great fulfilment in helping children develop through their learning journeys and supporting them in their next steps. Gemma joined Bright Horizons at the beginning of 2017 as a Room Leader and progressed through various managerial roles before being promoted to Nursery Manager.
She looks forward to welcoming families to the nursery and supporting them throughout their experience.

Charlene is the Deputy Manager at Bright Horizons East Barnet. She began her journey with the company as a housekeeper, and it wasn’t long before she...
Charlene is the Deputy Manager at Bright Horizons East Barnet. She began her journey with the company as a housekeeper, and it wasn’t long before she discovered a true passion for early years education. After completing her Level 3 qualification in childcare, Charlene quickly progressed to a Third in Charge role and soon after was promoted to Deputy Manager.
She is incredibly proud of how far she has come and is deeply committed to providing the best possible start for every child in the setting. Charlene is passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where children can thrive and develop a lifelong love of learning. She also takes great pride in supporting families and leading a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care and education.
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