The chef is also doing an amazing job in preparing the special meals required for my daughter'Marja E(Mother of Child)
My daughter seems to be kept very engaged with the wide range of activities on offerShane C(Father of Child)
The staff have been incredibly caring and helpful, even with potty trainingLaura T(Mother of Child)
The chef is also doing an amazing job in preparing the special meals required for my daughter'Marja E(Mother of Child)
My daughter seems to be kept very engaged with the wide range of activities on offerShane C(Father of Child)
The staff have been incredibly caring and helpful, even with potty trainingLaura T(Mother of Child)
A SPACIOUS AND INSPIRING NURSERY IN BARNES
You and your child will love Barnes Day Nursery and Preschool, designed to support your child’s development from the age of 3 months to 5 years. The experienced and nurturing staff guide exciting learning activities to help your little one reach their full potential.
The purpose-built nursery rooms feature age-appropriate play and learning resources. The baby room has plenty of engaging sensory toys, a safe...
A SPACIOUS AND INSPIRING NURSERY IN BARNES
You and your child will love Barnes Day Nursery and Preschool, designed to support your child’s development from the age of 3 months to 5 years. The experienced and nurturing staff guide exciting learning activities to help your little one reach their full potential.
The purpose-built nursery rooms feature age-appropriate play and learning resources. The baby room has plenty of engaging sensory toys, a safe environment for exploring, and benefits from a separate sleep room, milk kitchen and nappy-changing room. The toddler room is full of new adventures, where children find their feet and begin building their independence. Painting, loose parts play, construction and messy play are all on the agenda as they learn how to navigate the world.
Preschoolers enjoy discovering new passions and interests as they gain the skills needed to progress to school. The Ready for School programme helps to develop their early maths and literacy skills, while encouraging them to pursue their creative side through Creative Cooks, Growing Artists and Growing Gardeners.
Barnes nursery has a small library area, which doubles as a quiet space to enjoy a book and, at other times, a music room to explore sound and rhythm with instruments.
Outside, they have two large gardens, split into a baby garden and a toddler and preschool space. There are trees, a covered seating area, a little bridge and space for tricycles and balance toys.
The Nursery offers all-inclusive fees, with all meals, snacks, nappies and wipes included – meaning you’ve got less to pack on a busy morning! All of the delicious food is freshly cooked every day by their own onsite chef.
Staff would love to meet you and your child, so book a visit and they will show you all their nursery has to offer during your own personal tour.
Bright Horizons Barnes Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.114) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Barnes Day Nursery and Preschool has 86 reviews.
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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Very professionally run. Helpful staff. Keep very helpful records of learning. Our son has settled in very well.
Very professionally run. Helpful staff. Keep very helpful records of learning. Our son has settled in very well.
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Review from Aisling D (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My 14-month-old has been at Bright Horizons Barnes for 9 months - since it first opened. He loves it and enthusiastically waves his arms every morning when he arrives. He is making great progress and hitting all his milestones. The facilities are far superior to many other local nurseries. The...
My 14-month-old has been at Bright Horizons Barnes for 9 months - since it first opened. He loves it and enthusiastically waves his arms every morning when he arrives. He is making great progress and hitting all his milestones. The facilities are far superior to many other local nurseries. The staff are so warm and friendly. My son is really attached to his key worker which definitely eases working mummy guilt!
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Review from Ingrid H (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I'm very happy with the care provided in Barnes Nursery. Both my children are very happy at Bright Horizons Barnes. They love the attention and love that they get. Very good communication with parents. Kids have a lot of activities both indoor and outdoor.
I'm very happy with the care provided in Barnes Nursery. Both my children are very happy at Bright Horizons Barnes. They love the attention and love that they get. Very good communication with parents. Kids have a lot of activities both indoor and outdoor.
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Review from J F (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2016 Submitted via Website•
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Excellent facilities - everything is brand new and top-spec and it's in a beautiful building. The garden is amazing and each room decorated and arranged differently with great furniture, toys and art and learning displays. They do great activities - even for babies they have had people come in and...
Excellent facilities - everything is brand new and top-spec and it's in a beautiful building. The garden is amazing and each room decorated and arranged differently with great furniture, toys and art and learning displays. They do great activities - even for babies they have had people come in and do puppet shows. We have had valentine's hearts, christmas cards and other art come home with us. The staff are so friendly, professional and caring and go over and above to show care and attention to the children. There is constant feedback about the child's development and progress. My daughter is really happy and so am I. She has learned so many new things at nursery and I can see the benefits of her being there. As a first-time mum returning to work, everything about this nursery allayed my fears. Healthy nutritious meals are made on-site and the kids eat really well. It is safe and secure. The location is extremely convenient and the hours are amazing for working parents.
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Review from Rena (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2016 Submitted via Website•
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This nursery is absolutely outstanding. Top quality staff, top quality nursery and care. I cannot fault this place in anyway, wonderful menu for my kids, lots of activities to do. I couldn't imagine leaving my kids anywhere else.
After seeing many other nurseries as soon as I came here I knew...
This nursery is absolutely outstanding. Top quality staff, top quality nursery and care. I cannot fault this place in anyway, wonderful menu for my kids, lots of activities to do. I couldn't imagine leaving my kids anywhere else. After seeing many other nurseries as soon as I came here I knew it was the best decision I've made and it's worth every penny.
Thank you Bight Horizons Barnes.
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Review from Sara N (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2016 Submitted via Website•
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My son has been attending since Nov 2015 and has loved every day so far! He literally runs into the class every day and doesn't want to leave at the end. The staff are extremely warm, kind and fun and its evident my son is very comfortable with them. The fact that the Nursery's manager's own son...
My son has been attending since Nov 2015 and has loved every day so far! He literally runs into the class every day and doesn't want to leave at the end. The staff are extremely warm, kind and fun and its evident my son is very comfortable with them. The fact that the Nursery's manager's own son attends the facility really says it all. The facility itself is of the highest standard, basically brand new and they have thought of everything. Small details like 3 types of sinks - all with different taps (twist, lift and sensor) that they children will meet in real life make this place stand out to me. The kids also have their own fully kitted-out mini kitchen with all mini appliances for them to learn to cook while using the ingredients from the garden they have planted themselves. The outdoor area is state of the art. There are many other aspects I could rave about but a parent must visit the nursery to get the full effect for themselves. Lastly, the safety of the facility is fantastic.
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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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Meet the Team (3)
Marie Job Title Nursery Manager
Marie has been part of Bright Horizons for 14+ years and loves her position as Nursery Manager at Bright Horizons Barnes Day Nursery and...
Marie has been part of Bright Horizons for 14+ years and loves her position as Nursery Manager at Bright Horizons Barnes Day Nursery and Preschool.
She holds a CACHE Level 3 Diploma Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce and began her childcare journey as a Nursery Assistant. Over the years, she has progressed through several key roles, including Nursery Nurse, Room Leader, Third in Charge, Deputy Manager, and now Nursery Manager.
This progression has provided Marie with a wealth of knowledge and experience, enabling her to effectively support her team in delivering inclusive play and learning opportunities for all children.
She is committed to maintaining a stimulating, nurturing environment where every child has the best possible start in their educational journey.
Daniella Job Title Deputy Manager
Daniella has been at Barnes Bright Horizons since September 2023, bringing over 13 years of experience in childcare. She began her career as an...
Daniella has been at Barnes Bright Horizons since September 2023, bringing over 13 years of experience in childcare. She began her career as an apprentice and later qualified as a Level 3 practitioner. After spending four years at a nursery, she progressed into a management role within a larger company in Lincoln, where she gained over four years of valuable leadership experience.
With a strong background in supporting children with SEND, Daniella is deeply passionate about child development. In her current role at Bright Horizons, she also serves as the SENCO lead, contributing to both the care of children and the professional growth of the staff team.
She looks forward to continuing her journey at Bright Horizons and making a positive impact within the setting.
Aoife Job Title Third in Charge
Aoife has held a longstanding passion for early years education, which was further deepened during her BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education. Her...
Aoife has held a longstanding passion for early years education, which was further deepened during her BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education. Her experience as a Playworker for children with SEND allowed her to apply academic research in real-world settings, inspiring her to pursue an MA in Inclusive Education: SEND and Disability.
While studying, Aoife gained hands-on experience working across various nursery settings, where she supported children's growth and development. Witnessing developmental milestones became a particular area of interest, ultimately leading her to the role of Toddler Room Leader at Barnes Day Nursery.
Building on this foundation, Aoife progressed to the position of Third in Charge, where she provides support across both the Baby and Toddler rooms. Her journey reflects a deepening understanding of early childhood development and a strong commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive environment for all children in her care.
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