Bright Horizons Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool

4-14 Bromells Road, London SW4 0BG
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  • Bright Horizons Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool, London
Bright Horizons Clapham is a leading nursery that offers high-quality childcare and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Located in the heart of Clapham, South West London, the nursery provides a warm and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

The team are committed to providing the best possible care and education for each child. They are highly trained professionals dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment that encourages children to explore, discover and develop new skills. The nursery's facilities are designed to cater to the needs of young children, with bright and spacious playrooms, a large outdoor play area, and a dedicated baby room for the youngest children. Each room is equipped with a variety of age-appropriate toys, games, and learning resources that are regularly updated to keep children engaged and challenged.

Bright Horizons Clapham places a strong emphasis on providing a healthy and balanced diet for children. The nursery's chef prepares nutritious meals and snacks using fresh ingredients, and children are encouraged to try a variety of foods.

The nursery's curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, which provides a structured approach to learning and development. The nursery's experienced staff use a range of teaching methods to help children develop their language, communication, and social skills, as well as their physical and creative abilities.

If you are also looking for care outside regular nursery hours, Bright Horizons Clapham also provides a Before and After-School Club, as well as a Holiday Club for children aged 5-12 years.

Parents can take advantage of the Parent Hub, with a parent relaxation area, hot desk and access to free wi-fi. The nursery was rated 'Good' by Ofsted in August 2017.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Chelsey (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 77

Total Places for Children

  • 137

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

Bright Horizons Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (66)

9.5

Bright Horizons Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.490) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool has 66 reviews.

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Review from D G (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Clapham since she was 6 months old. It has been incredible to see her at every stage of her development.
The nursery has gone above and over to ensure that she is happy, confident and ready to explore the world around her.
Particularly during the pandemic, the nursery
has been great with adapting to the new reality and minimizing the impact on children and parents. Highly recommend!
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Review from Alex H (Father of Child) published on 22 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From day one our son has loved Bright Horizons and has thrived. He looks forward to nursery every day, and we look forward to hearing all about his day after! The staff have been amazing, especially with all the challenges over the last year.
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Review from Katherine S (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
In spite of ever-changing restrictions, the nursery staff have consistently provided excellent care and learning opportunities, helping to keep our child fully engaged and eager to come to see their friends and staff each day. The rules are clear, meals and activities included and I cannot fault the
setting for the service they offer. I am so glad we chose Bright Horizons Clapham day Nursery and Preschool.
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Review from Andrew T (Father of Child) published on 22 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thrilled with the development our son has made at Bright Horizons Clapham. He loves the nursery and charges in every morning with a smile on his face. The care and attention he gets is excellent - a range of activities, but also personal goals and development. Thank you.
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Review from S G (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good nursery; my kid was extremely happy going there. The staff are very nice, building is very modern and the activities are great. Very convenient opening times. Handled the Covid 19 situation very well. I would definitely recommend.
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Review from Fabrizia D (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The best judge is my child. He always goes and comes back with a smile and that means that he has a good time, fun, he’s enjoying the nursery’s time and that for me is the most important thing.
He’s improving day by day.
The staff are very friendly and care a lot for the kids.
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Review from Lurissa J (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Best Nursery. I feel so at ease to leave my children here, whilst I go to work. My children love attending too. I’ve never had a problem, which is how it should be. All staff are very professional and helpful, no matter the situation.
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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 28 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are delighted with all aspects of Clapham Bright Horizons. Our son is very happy and we feel the staff love him nearly as much as we do. Excellent settling in period for both son and nervous mum! Wonderful activities including cornflour messy play! And plenty of garden time.
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Review from Carin L (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been so incredibly happy with Bright Horizons Clapham. Our son has been there for just under a year - he started in the Baby Room and then transitioned to the Toddler Room. He was just over 7 months when he first started at nursery, which was hard for myself and my husband. BUT, this became
easier and easier as time progressed as we saw how much love, care and laughs he was given. He just flourished at nursery, and this is mainly due to the staff - a building and things mean nothing, the people make the difference. Bright Horizons Clapham became his home away from home.


We have recently moved to a new country so he is sadly no longer at Bright Horizons Clapham. Finding a new nursery has been a challenge for us as it is hard to find a nursery with a team as great as the one at Bright Horizons Clapham. We miss you all already.

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Review from Charlotte M (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son started at Clapham Day Nursery 2 years ago when he was 11 months old. I have been extremely pleased with the care provided by the Nursery during that time. Our son has flourished at Nursery and continues to thrive on the variety of activities provided, which keep him engaged and constantly learning.


In each room he has been able to quickly form bonds with key workers and the staff have clearly taken the time to understand him and his personality likes and dislikes in order to be able to comfort him, make him feel at ease and truly get the best out of him.


He is safe, very well looked after and happy at Nursery which is the most I could ask for as a parent.


On the rare occasion that we have had any concerns, they have always been dealt with quickly and effectively by the Nursery staff.

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Review from Deniz (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Every morning our daughter is visibly excited when we roll into reception. The staff in the baby room were so loving and now she is in the toddler room the staff are so positive and encouraging. They do a real variety of activities like story time, garden play, painting, trips out, and so much more.
When we come to pick her up she is busy playing and always happy even before she spots us which is wonderful to see!
She has developed so much since she started five months ago, much of that is down to her experiences at nursery.
On a more practical note, as a working mother, the opening hours that are offered are so important. 7:30am start is vital in allowing me to keep on working.
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Review from James S (Father of Child) published on 8 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier - it's such a fun, safe, happy and exciting environment. The staff are fantastic and caring, the activities are incredible and the whole nursery is clean and safe.
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Review from Laura T (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Bright Horizons since January this year when he turned one and I returned to work. I could not be happier with how we’ve both been treated and also the pleasure my son gets from his days there.


Their settling in period goes a long way to making both mother and child feel

comfortable and after the initial couple of weeks, there are now only smiles when I drop off my little boy. He even reaches out for his key worker! On the occasion that he is upset when I drop him off, their ability to distract, calm and make him laugh, means I leave his ‘classroom’ feeling good rather than wanting to cry myself...


It’s also been wonderful watching him grow and develop and I know a lot of this is down to his 3 days a week at BH. I would highly recommend.

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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I interviewed multiple nurseries prior to choosing Bright Horizons. It’s in a great location, I love that it’s purpose-built (and not on top of cafes like some others I visited), the garden is spacious and safe, the daily menu selection is healthy and the nursery rooms are big, bright and engaging for
little ones. His carers are so nurturing and I’ve really noticed how much he prospers from the few days he does spend in the nursery.
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Review from T C (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son went straight into toddler 1 at 11 months old and absolutely loved it. He is now in rising 2 and is having a blast. We only use the nursery on a part-time basis but we feel that he is gaining so much confidence from being around other children and grown-ups. In each room, he has found "his"
people that really make an effort to nurture him, his development and his personality. I love that the nursery is very safe, has lots of protocols for all kinds of situations and that there is a separation between the ages of the children.
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Review from Elena Y (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is in a fabulous state of harmony. Under the stable stewardship of the manager and his management team with the accompanying high level of competent key workers and staff. The children are content, happy, engaged and cared for and the staff turnaround is low. The graduation ceremony that
they recently hosted for my son's room was spectacular. They really pulled out all the stops. Thank you to the team!
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Review from Rita K (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely location, spacious, and many activities.
Staff is generally nice, understanding. Some are impressive and dedicated to children. Try to accommodate requests.
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Review from Delia M (Mother of Child) published on 7 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
There was a very large number of children in each room and not enough staff when it came to staff paying attention to children. My son came for a stay and play session today for one hour. His session finished right at the time all the other children take lunch. However, staff in the room welcomed him
to have lunch with all the other children. They washed his hands, prepared a plate for him with food, sat him down at the table with the other children and just when they were about to serve his food, a supervisor came in the room to say that his stay and play session was finished, so he cannot have lunch and he must leave. The staff in the room were just as surprised. It was heartbreaking. I had to take him away from the other children and ask him to leave because they will eat and he can't. As soon as we got to the buggy he started crying for food. I have never had such a horrific experience when visiting a nursery. I have visited plenty of nurseries and my son was never asked to leave. Shameful!
Reply from Katherine O'Brien at Bright Horizons Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool
Firstly we apologize for any distress caused.
I know the Senior Nursery Manager has been in contact with you directly, to discuss the situation and reassure you that he has spoken to his staff team,…read more
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Review from Dee R (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Clapham Day Nursery and Pre School for 4 years. It is a caring and nurturing place at which my daughter has thrived. The teachers are wonderful and get to know the children really well. It is well managed and the management team are always very quick to respond to any feedback
given. My daughter is heading off to school now and has all the skills necessary thanks to the progress she has made at Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery.
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Review from Tania R (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent attention to the children, great staff, nurses and teachers. I am extremely satisfied with Clapham Nursery. My daughter had great memories and she is a very well accomplished 4 year old under their care.
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.490)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.490) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Clapham 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 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 out of 5 from 16 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 4.906 for Bright Horizons Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (173 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 191 Ratings = 4.906
  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 4.584 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bright Horizons Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool is based on 16 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 137 number of registered child places is 27.4. 16 Positive Reviews ÷ 27.4 = 0.584
  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 (5)

Meet the Team (2)

Chelsey

Chelsey

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2009

My journey with Bright Horizons started in 2009 at our Wandsworth Common Day Nursery and Preschool. I worked alongside the team to achieve an OUTSTANDING from Ofsted and during my time at Wandsworth progressed from a Nursery Nurse to Deputy Manager and now Nursery Manager.


My passion lies in supporting our staff to provide the best possible care for the children we are fortunate enough to look after. I am excited about the next part of my Bright Horizons journey at Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool.

Aimee

Aimee

Job Title: Deputy Manager

I have worked in childcare for 10 years with a variety of experience in nurseries and as a Nanny. Ensuring children have the best possible start in life is my main priority and I enjoy supporting the team to plan and deliver exciting learning opportunities. I have worked at Bright Horizons for 3 years and have thoroughly enjoyed my time as a Room Leader, Third in Charge and most recently a Deputy Manager.

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