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We have been so pleased with the high standard of staff, care, learning and overall feedbackG Z(Mother of Child)

We have been so pleased with the high standard of staff, care, learning and overall feedbackG Z(Mother of Child)

Best nursery in HampshireOlivia H(Mother of Child)

We have been so pleased with the high standard of staff, care, learning and overall feedbackG Z(Mother of Child)

We have been so pleased with the high standard of staff, care, learning and overall feedbackG Z(Mother of Child)

Best nursery in HampshireOlivia H(Mother of Child)

Bright Horizons Otterbourne Day Nursery and Preschool is situated in a beautiful, characterful building, providing a warm, welcoming environment for children aged three months to five years. Conveniently located near the A3090, with easy access from M3 Junction 9, the nursery is ideal for both local and commuting families.
The nursery follows Bright Horizons’ Nurture Approach, developed by Early Years specialists to give every child the best possible start. Building on...
Bright Horizons Otterbourne Day Nursery and Preschool is situated in a beautiful, characterful building, providing a warm, welcoming environment for children aged three months to five years. Conveniently located near the A3090, with easy access from M3 Junction 9, the nursery is ideal for both local and commuting families.
The nursery follows Bright Horizons’ Nurture Approach, developed by Early Years specialists to give every child the best possible start. Building on the EYFS curriculum, children participate in engaging activities that encourage confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
From creative role play and sensory exploration to construction, music, and problem-solving, children have numerous opportunities to learn through play. Growing Enhancements and the Ready for School Programme support early reading, writing, maths, and creativity, while a qualified preschool teacher helps older children build the skills and confidence needed for school.
Outdoor learning is an important part of nursery life. Babies and toddlers have their own safe, cosy gardens, while older children can explore a large outdoor space with an external classroom, climbing equipment, woodland walk, and mud kitchen. Regular trips to local woodlands, fields, and the library provide additional opportunities for discovery.
Families can stay connected through the Bright Horizons Family app, while the onsite chef prepares nutritious meals each day. The nursery also provides snacks, nappies, wipes, creams, and formula. With a cosy sleep room, onsite parking, and convenient transport links, the nursery is designed to make family life easier.
Families are invited to book a personal tour to discover Bright Horizons Otterbourne Day Nursery and Preschool.
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
- Clare (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 35
Total Places for Children
- 90
Age Range
- from 0 years 4 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday08:00-18:00
- Tuesday08:00-18:00
- Wednesday08:00-18:00
- Thursday08:00-18:00
- Friday08:00-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Bright Horizons Otterbourne Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (60)
Bright Horizons Otterbourne Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.041) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Otterbourne Day Nursery and Preschool has 60 reviews.
Our daughter has been at Bright Horizons, Otterbourne for three years, having started in the baby room in Feb 2020. She has thrived there and is so ready for school in September. She has been supported with all her interests and is a confident and happy girl. The staff are always on hand to chat...
Our daughter has been at Bright Horizons, Otterbourne for three years, having started in the baby room in Feb 2020. She has thrived there and is so ready for school in September. She has been supported with all her interests and is a confident and happy girl. The staff are always on hand to chat and help with any issues. Our new baby will be starting there next month to begin her nursery journey which we are excited about.
Hi, thanks for your review. It is an honour for us to be entrusted with the education and care of your child and help her prepare for her next milestone in September.
This nursery is really fantastic. The staff are wonderful, and very caring. They really look after the children and our daughter has great relationships with all the adults in her room, not just her key worker. We have another baby on the way and will not hesitate to send them to the same nursery.
This nursery is really fantastic. The staff are wonderful, and very caring. They really look after the children and our daughter has great relationships with all the adults in her room, not just her key worker. We have another baby on the way and will not hesitate to send them to the same nursery.
Our son has been coming 5 days a week since he was 6 months old. All of the staff are wonderful, the renovations have made the spaces amazing for the children and I couldn’t think of a better place to send my son. 5-star review! Thanks for everyone’s hard work and dedication.
Our son has been coming 5 days a week since he was 6 months old. All of the staff are wonderful, the renovations have made the spaces amazing for the children and I couldn’t think of a better place to send my son. 5-star review! Thanks for everyone’s hard work and dedication.
We love sending our daughter to Otterbourne, Bright Horizons. The staff are fabulous and really nurturing. There are so many things for them to do. We couldn’t recommend a better place to send our daughter!
We love sending our daughter to Otterbourne, Bright Horizons. The staff are fabulous and really nurturing. There are so many things for them to do. We couldn’t recommend a better place to send our daughter!
Friendly staff. Fantastic site. Welcoming in every aspect. Just a brilliant place all round. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. The only problem I have, is that I am too old to go myself.
Friendly staff. Fantastic site. Welcoming in every aspect. Just a brilliant place all round. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. The only problem I have, is that I am too old to go myself.
We moved our little one to this nursery six months ago and are so pleased with the way she has settled in. The staff are so helpful and friendly and our child comes home happy, looking forward to the next day. There are weekly themes and focus subjects to keep them engaged. It's great to see some...
We moved our little one to this nursery six months ago and are so pleased with the way she has settled in. The staff are so helpful and friendly and our child comes home happy, looking forward to the next day. There are weekly themes and focus subjects to keep them engaged. It's great to see some positive developments and how they encourage children to interact. Can't recommend enough!
Hello, thank you for your five star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
I am so grateful that we chose Bright Horizons Otterbourne. Our daughter is now in pre school year and has been through all the rooms and teams. They have all been exceptional. They go above expectations to help the children have the best start in their educational journey. Thanks team Otterbourne.
I am so grateful that we chose Bright Horizons Otterbourne. Our daughter is now in pre school year and has been through all the rooms and teams. They have all been exceptional. They go above expectations to help the children have the best start in their educational journey. Thanks team Otterbourne.
She joined the nursery at 11 months old and is now 3.5...
She joined the nursery at 11 months old and is now 3.5 years old. She has been in the baby, toddler and now the nursery room and has thrived in each one. The team are absolutely outstanding, led by the most brilliant management team. They take care of her well-being alongside teaching her so much. Our twin daughters are due to join her shortly and we look forward to sharing more journeys over the years with the team at Otterbourne.
The boys have always had so much fun and getting involved in all of the activities and I love the outdoor space they have access to.
The boys have always had so much fun and getting involved in all of the activities and I love the outdoor space they have access to.
Hello, thank you for your five star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
The nursery staff are brilliant and my daughter does so much whilst at nursery. The indoor space...
The nursery staff are brilliant and my daughter does so much whilst at nursery. The indoor space has plenty to allow children to develop and play. The outdoor space is big and they are able to explore and run around safely. There are slides, trikes, and garden activities.
The staff are very friendly, compassionate, sympathetic, supportive and always there to offer advice and guidance.
The nursery are very good at keeping parents up to date via the app, either with regular new letters, observations and photos. It informs you when your little one has had a nap or food and if there are any events coming up.
I highly recommend this nursery; from an anxious mummy dropping a 9-month-old off, to a relived and happy mummy.
Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We appreciate your kind words. The opportunity to hear from our parents and be reminded of why we do what we do is so valuable. Thank you.
We love the nursery. It is clean and the staff are always upbeat and switched on. The team come up with really varied activities and regularly have a theme for the week, so my little one does something new and exciting each week. Staff are really engaged and great at communication (especially with...
We love the nursery. It is clean and the staff are always upbeat and switched on. The team come up with really varied activities and regularly have a theme for the week, so my little one does something new and exciting each week. Staff are really engaged and great at communication (especially with this nervous first time mum!). Great outdoor space. It's always tidy. The garden is split into sections, so babies/toddlers/preschoolers each have their own zones with appropriate equipment/toys.
Hi, we are pleased to hear that you are happy with our nursery. Thank you again for taking the time to leave us your review.
Both of my children attend Bright Horizons, Otterbourne and have done since they were 10 months old. We have had an excellent experience with the nursery. The staff are so friendly and welcoming and clearly offer excellent care to all of the children. It has been wonderful to see my children thrive...
Both of my children attend Bright Horizons, Otterbourne and have done since they were 10 months old. We have had an excellent experience with the nursery. The staff are so friendly and welcoming and clearly offer excellent care to all of the children. It has been wonderful to see my children thrive and learn in this nurturing environment. The management staff are also very helpful when it comes to dealing with personal matters such as pregnancy and do their best to be flexible when you need it. I really appreciate the regular updates and photographs we get that show the different activities the children get up to.
Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear your children are thriving at our nursery.
Both of our daughters have loved their time at Bright Horizons, Otterbourne – one is now school age and she started with a great foundation thanks to the wonderful staff – her social skills were brilliant and she was school-ready. We were so impressed with the introduction to learning and the kind...
Both of our daughters have loved their time at Bright Horizons, Otterbourne – one is now school age and she started with a great foundation thanks to the wonderful staff – her social skills were brilliant and she was school-ready. We were so impressed with the introduction to learning and the kind and caring atmosphere encouraged and upheld throughout their time at the nursery. My youngest is soon to leave, and I know she will miss everyone there, as will we. There is nothing better than dropping your child off, knowing they are with wonderful, lovely people who really care about them. We cannot thank them enough for the care they have given our girls. We can't recommend them enough!
Hi, thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a 5-star rating. Thank you too for entrusting us with the education and care of your children as they embark on their school journey. We understand that this is a significant milestone for you and your little ones, and we are honoured to be a part of it.
My son has been in Bright Horizons Otterbourne Day Nursery now since he was a toddler. Had nothing but a fantastic experience. He is now in preschool and he has developed immensely, no doubt due to the wonderful staff. They have started getting him prepared for school and the activities and focus...
My son has been in Bright Horizons Otterbourne Day Nursery now since he was a toddler. Had nothing but a fantastic experience. He is now in preschool and he has developed immensely, no doubt due to the wonderful staff. They have started getting him prepared for school and the activities and focus they provide is outstanding. He is such a happy boy and has made so many wonderful friends and he loves going to nursery, has never once been hesitant. Couldn’t rate the nursery or team highly enough!
Everyone has been so warm and welcoming. Nothing is too much bother for my little one's key worker. I feel so lucky to have such wonderful people looking after my child and giving him so many new experiences that I'd never think to do with him myself. Thank you so much!
Everyone has been so warm and welcoming. Nothing is too much bother for my little one's key worker. I feel so lucky to have such wonderful people looking after my child and giving him so many new experiences that I'd never think to do with him myself. Thank you so much!
Our daughter has been going to Bright Horizons Otterbourne Day Nursery and Preschool for just under a year and it's a brilliant nursery. The staff are great, they seem to be very attentive and always on the ball with all kids, which cannot be easy! One great touch is the weekly summary we get, that...
Our daughter has been going to Bright Horizons Otterbourne Day Nursery and Preschool for just under a year and it's a brilliant nursery. The staff are great, they seem to be very attentive and always on the ball with all kids, which cannot be easy! One great touch is the weekly summary we get, that is specific to our daughter. It is great to read how she is doing and see pictures of her enjoying her time there.
We could not be happier that we chose Otterbourne, Bright Horizons to send our son to. The staff are friendly and helpful and their communication is excellent. We know our son is safe in their care and always has a smile on his face at pick-up!
We could not be happier that we chose Otterbourne, Bright Horizons to send our son to. The staff are friendly and helpful and their communication is excellent. We know our son is safe in their care and always has a smile on his face at pick-up!
Since putting my daughter in this nursery, I have been so impressed by the outstanding level of care she has been given. Every member of staff has been enthusiastic, proactive and so compassionate. They made my return to work so easy. It has been wonderful to watch my daughter flourish under their...
Since putting my daughter in this nursery, I have been so impressed by the outstanding level of care she has been given. Every member of staff has been enthusiastic, proactive and so compassionate. They made my return to work so easy. It has been wonderful to watch my daughter flourish under their expert care. The nursery has been able to stimulate her in new and exciting ways.
My daughter really loves her days in nursery. She is happy when she is back from school. Overall, we are happy with how she settled in. She attended the nursery at 15 months old and now she has moved into the toddler room.
My daughter really loves her days in nursery. She is happy when she is back from school. Overall, we are happy with how she settled in. She attended the nursery at 15 months old and now she has moved into the toddler room.
I have nothing but good things to say about this nursery. My child has attended since they were just over a year old and almost immediately I started to see their development improve. The skills taught and the activities are always varied and age-appropriate. The children are always given safe...
I have nothing but good things to say about this nursery. My child has attended since they were just over a year old and almost immediately I started to see their development improve. The skills taught and the activities are always varied and age-appropriate. The children are always given safe limits to explore and learn. Without question, my now nearly 3-year-old would not be as well developed as they are without the input of everyone at this 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
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Meet the Team (2)

Clare is the Nursery Manager and is passionate about providing outstanding care and learning opportunities for every child in a fun, safe and...
Clare is the Nursery Manager and is passionate about providing outstanding care and learning opportunities for every child in a fun, safe and stimulating environment. She believes in following each child’s individual interests, giving them the opportunity to learn, explore and develop to their full potential.
Clare joined Bright Horizons as a Senior Nursery Nurse before progressing to Room Manager and then Deputy Manager. She later worked across the wider group in a support role, bringing her experience and enthusiasm to a number of nurseries.
Music is one of Clare’s biggest passions, and she loves leading music sessions for both children and the wider nursery team. Singing and dancing are a big part of who she is, and she enjoys bringing that energy and creativity into the nursery.
Clare looks forward to welcoming children and their families to the nursery and helping them feel happy, supported and at home.

Watching children grow, learn and thrive has always been something Stacey truly loves. She finds nothing more rewarding than seeing a child reach...
Watching children grow, learn and thrive has always been something Stacey truly loves. She finds nothing more rewarding than seeing a child reach their full potential, especially when they feel safe, supported and happy in their environment.
Stacey has over 25 years of experience in early years education, beginning her journey in 1997 when she qualified with her NNEB in Nursery Nursing. Throughout her career, she has worked across a range of early years settings and completed her Level 5 Leadership qualification in Early Years Management in 2017.
Stacey began her career as a nursery nurse and gradually progressed into management roles, including running her own preschool, which was an incredibly rewarding chapter in her career.
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