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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.
We have had two children go through the nursery. Cannot fault them. Lovely, caring, friendly staff who we have always had full confidence in to look after our children. It’s a great building, with great resources and facilities, clean and tidy, and well looked after and well managed. Would...
We have had two children go through the nursery. Cannot fault them. Lovely, caring, friendly staff who we have always had full confidence in to look after our children. It’s a great building, with great resources and facilities, clean and tidy, and well looked after and well managed. Would thoroughly recommend!
Just wonderful in every way. I couldn’t be more impressed with the love and care given.
Just wonderful in every way. I couldn’t be more impressed with the love and care given.
I heard a lot of good things about this nursery and even if its not close to us, I choose to send my son here. Because his first language is not English, I was a bit scared that he won't manage. But with the help of the staff, my son is doing brilliantly now, and I can see a major improvement in so...
I heard a lot of good things about this nursery and even if its not close to us, I choose to send my son here. Because his first language is not English, I was a bit scared that he won't manage. But with the help of the staff, my son is doing brilliantly now, and I can see a major improvement in so many aspects of his development! The manager is always there to listen, help, guide or advise you, she is a great person apart from a good manager. I know my son is safe, well looked after, having healthy meals and that he is happy. I could not choose a better start for my son's future!
I had viewed other nurseries before I came to Bright Horizons Otterbourne and I can honestly say that it's the cleanest, up-to-date, organised and loving place ever. The level of care that they provide for your children is outstanding. They provide amazing food each day. The amount my daughter has...
I had viewed other nurseries before I came to Bright Horizons Otterbourne and I can honestly say that it's the cleanest, up-to-date, organised and loving place ever. The level of care that they provide for your children is outstanding. They provide amazing food each day. The amount my daughter has learnt just shocks me every day. If your looking for a nursery that is an all-round fantastic place, full of lovely people to help mold your child into the polite, fun, loving human you wish them to be then look no further. Also, their garden area is really really good!
All the nursery staff are amazing with all the children, and they balance one to one with group play perfectly. It has done my child the world of good being there. They have a structure to the day which before nursery we never did. Their development has come on leaps and bounds and all the children...
All the nursery staff are amazing with all the children, and they balance one to one with group play perfectly. It has done my child the world of good being there. They have a structure to the day which before nursery we never did. Their development has come on leaps and bounds and all the children are encouraged to be themselves. Needless to say, at the end of the day, my child is ready to go to bed by the time we pull onto the driveway.
My 11-month-old has recently started at the nursery and he has settled in brilliantly, credit to the amazing staff. Each of the members of staff knows him by name and takes great care in ensuring his needs are met, from naps and milk time to meals and fun activities! I would 100% recommend this...
My 11-month-old has recently started at the nursery and he has settled in brilliantly, credit to the amazing staff. Each of the members of staff knows him by name and takes great care in ensuring his needs are met, from naps and milk time to meals and fun activities! I would 100% recommend this nursery and I am so grateful to them for helping my little one grow!
Our son has thoroughly enjoyed his time there. The staff are amazing and they do so many wonderful activities with them. He absolutely loves going and we’ve seen him develop and grow so much with the support of the team.
Our son has thoroughly enjoyed his time there. The staff are amazing and they do so many wonderful activities with them. He absolutely loves going and we’ve seen him develop and grow so much with the support of the team.
Our first child went to this nursery and loved it, and our second child has followed, despite it no longer being as conveniently located (due to job changes). We've always been very happy with the care provided by Yellow Dot, with special thanks due to certain members of staff.
Our first child went to this nursery and loved it, and our second child has followed, despite it no longer being as conveniently located (due to job changes). We've always been very happy with the care provided by Yellow Dot, with special thanks due to certain members of staff.
The Yellow Dot Otterbourne team have provided an outstanding service and level of care to my little boy since starting in September 2019. We have been so pleased with the high standard of staff, care, learning and overall feedback provided by management and key workers.
The Yellow Dot Otterbourne team have provided an outstanding service and level of care to my little boy since starting in September 2019. We have been so pleased with the high standard of staff, care, learning and overall feedback provided by management and key workers.
My son has been at Yellow Dot Otterbourne and he has made some lovely friends over the past 2 years. The staff are very friendly and take exceptional care of our son. The healthy food is great and the variety of meals offer new taste experiences. I would highly recommend this nursery.
My son has been at Yellow Dot Otterbourne and he has made some lovely friends over the past 2 years. The staff are very friendly and take exceptional care of our son. The healthy food is great and the variety of meals offer new taste experiences. I would highly recommend this nursery.
We have been really happy with the transition room, the manager is brilliant and I have great trust in her to provide a safe and fun environment for my son. He is happy and confident going to nursery and I am pleased with the activities he is taking part in.
We have been really happy with the transition room, the manager is brilliant and I have great trust in her to provide a safe and fun environment for my son. He is happy and confident going to nursery and I am pleased with the activities he is taking part in.
We have two children that attend Yellow Dot Nursery Otterbourne. I can only thoroughly recommend the nursery. The staff are very friendly and helpful. They are brilliant at developing and nurturing the children as well as offering comfort and support. The day seems to be full of varied activities...
We have two children that attend Yellow Dot Nursery Otterbourne. I can only thoroughly recommend the nursery. The staff are very friendly and helpful. They are brilliant at developing and nurturing the children as well as offering comfort and support. The day seems to be full of varied activities which have really helped develop our children. The menu is diverse and varied. We thank the staff for making such a wonderful impact on our children's young lives.
My daughter has spent 3 1/2 years at Yellow Dot Otterbourne. She has enjoyed every room, each coming with its own special experiences and key workers. Each transition into the next room up has been seamless and worry free. Events and evenings are very helpful and informative - really appreciated....
My daughter has spent 3 1/2 years at Yellow Dot Otterbourne. She has enjoyed every room, each coming with its own special experiences and key workers. Each transition into the next room up has been seamless and worry free. Events and evenings are very helpful and informative - really appreciated. Questions are no trouble at all and the staff are always happy, friendly and informed. This nursery has definitely been the best choice for both of us.
The office staff and room staff are very helpful, kind, happy, people that I feel safe leaving my child with. I made the right choice in choosing...
The office staff and room staff are very helpful, kind, happy, people that I feel safe leaving my child with. I made the right choice in choosing Yellow Dot for my child.
Best nursery in Hampshire.
This is a high quality nursery with excellent staff and resources.
I would recommend this nursery to other families.
This is a high quality nursery with excellent staff and resources.
I would recommend this nursery to other families.
My son has been attending Yellow Dot Otterbourne since December 2017 and loves attending, we've increased his days from two to three and then four days from September 2019. The staff are wonderful and the food that is offered is fantastic.
My son has been attending Yellow Dot Otterbourne since December 2017 and loves attending, we've increased his days from two to three and then four days from September 2019. The staff are wonderful and the food that is offered is fantastic.
Our son has been at Yellow Dot Otterbourne since he was 8 months old. He has always been very happy and we have always felt he has been extremely well cared for. The staff are all lovely and seem to genuinely enjoy being there with our children. We are looking forward to our second son starting...
Our son has been at Yellow Dot Otterbourne since he was 8 months old. He has always been very happy and we have always felt he has been extremely well cared for. The staff are all lovely and seem to genuinely enjoy being there with our children. We are looking forward to our second son starting next year and have no doubt he will love it just as much.
My son loves coming to the nursery and spending time playing and learning with his friends. He loves the food which is prepared with special care. My son has learnt a lot of new expressions and activities. The staff here are very caring and help my child to build new skills. The management here is...
My son loves coming to the nursery and spending time playing and learning with his friends. He loves the food which is prepared with special care. My son has learnt a lot of new expressions and activities. The staff here are very caring and help my child to build new skills. The management here is very good and I wish the nursery the very best for doing even better in helping the children here to emerge as confident and caring toddlers.
Our daughter loves coming to nursery and now our 12-month-old son is following the same path.
We would recommend this nursery to friends and family.
Our daughter loves coming to nursery and now our 12-month-old son is following the same path.
We would recommend this nursery to friends and family.
The staff are always friendly and welcoming and greet personally which is...
The staff are always friendly and welcoming and greet personally which is very warming.
Lovely gardens and room setups.
Child Vacancies
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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)

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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