Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin

24 St Swithin Street, Aberdeen AB10 6XD
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  • Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin, Aberdeen
AN INSPIRING EARLY LEARNING AND CHILDCARE CENTRE IN ABERDEEN

The charming Aberdeen early learning and childcare centre is designed to support your child’s development from 3 months to 5 years.

They love to nurture and develop your child’s curiosity for the world around them, whether it be through regular French lessons or the dedicated ‘Book Nook’—where they can explore the adventures of their favourite book characters.

To further support your child, they can also bend, hammer and construct in the woodwork shed and let their imagination run wild with the supply of ‘Loose Parts Play’ materials. This gives your child open access to raw materials and the tools to craft them into their very own creations.

With the childcare centre being in such an ideal location, your child will also be guided on regular trips by the experienced childcare team. This includes visits to the local park, library and other landmarks to build their sense of connection with the local community.

An enriching Ready for School programme gives every child the opportunity to gain knowledge and confidence to thrive in school and beyond.

The staff would love to meet you and your child, so book your visit today and they will show you everything the childcare centre has to offer during your own personal tour.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Helen (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 53

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:45-17:45
    Tuesday 07:45-17:45
    Wednesday 07:45-17:45
    Thursday 07:45-17:45
    Friday 07:45-17:45

When Closed

  • Bank Holiday

Parking

  • They are conveniently located under a 10 minute drive from Aberdeen town centre and Aberdeen Railway Station. There is also easy walking access to local bus routes in the area.

Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin Reviews (37)

9.7

Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.656) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin has 37 reviews.

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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have loved my daughter attending this nursery, all staff are amazing and attentive, kind and I appreciate them all . My daughter has learnt so much from them . She had loved going to nursery and we are both going to miss coming very much. My daughter has came so far in her life thanks to this nursery
z I would definitely and have recommended this nursery to anyone.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin
Thank you for your heartfelt review. We're so pleased to have been part of your daughter's journey and proud of how far she's come. Your recommendation means a lot to us.
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Review from F B (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We had a wonderful experience with Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin, we always knew that our daughter was well looked after, eating healthy food, doing activities in small group, encourage to improve herself and no screen and this last point is so important to us.
Thank you for all the smiley faces
our daughter had the chance to spend her day with.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin
Thank you for your kind words. We're delighted your daughter had such a positive experience at St Swithin. It's great to hear our approach aligned with your values, especially around screen-free…read more
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Review from Hayley A (Mother of Child) published on 8 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children have attended 24 St Swithin Street for over 4 years and I am continuously impressed by the standard of care provided. The staff do a phenomenal job of developing the children, fostering thier interests and preparing them for school. I also only have good things to say regarding the management
of the nursery, we get great handovers, supporting information and clear communication - it is obvious that the manager cares greatly for the children and the service the nursery provides.
I was concerned about the size of the outdoor space but having been at the nursery you see how well they use the space and make use of other green spaces near by (Queens cross gardens and the playing fields).
24 St Swithin Street is an excellent nursery and I will continue to recommend it to friends and colleagues.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you've been impressed with the care, staff, and management at Bright Horizons 24 St Swithin Street. It's great to know how well the outdoor…read more
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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A great nursery with amazing staff, resources and nurturing approach allowing my son to thrive. My son has a fantastic relationship with the staff allowing him to enjoy his days at nursery while I have complete peace of mind that is needs are being met.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
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Review from K P (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended this nursery since 2021 and is now in preschool. The staff are excellent, we couldn't ask for a better service. All staff are very caring and nurturing. Our child has also shown remarkable growth since starting nursery and we attribute much of that to the great team who have gone
above and beyond to ensure my son's needs are met. The manager of the nursery is very knowledgeable and has really helped and supported us throughout my son's time at the nursery and we couldn't ask for anything more. I would recommend Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin to any parent seeking a place where their child will be cared for.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that your son has thrived in our nursery and preschool. Thank you for your recommendation.
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Review from Laura H (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin for just under two months and we have seen great development in him in just a small time. The staff are incredible with great communication on how he gets on daily.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're thrilled to hear about your child's progress and glad our communication has been helpful. Our team is dedicated to providing the best care and we look forward…read more
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Review from Elsie L (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A great environment with very well-experienced and friendly staff that have been always there for my kids, supporting their needs. The manager is always helpful, well-informed, organised, who cares for all children, I have no concerns when turning my back and leaving my kids every morning.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your children have had such a positive experience with us.
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Review from Gita Z (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My baby is a year old and we just started to go to the nursery. We are on week four and my son is already settled. I can see my baby is enjoying nursery. The staff are amazing, very caring and friendly. I could only strongly recommend Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin Nursery.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your son has settled in so well after just four weeks and that he is enjoying his time at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin. Thank you…read more
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Review from Aimee I (Mother of Child) published on 20 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son joined Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin during the pandemic as a shy 1 year old and today we have just celebrated his graduation from the nursery where, for the past four years, he has thrived under the care and kindness of the staff and environment of 24 St Swithin. We have been so grateful
for the way in which the staff, at every stage of our son's journey, have supported him and helped him learn all of the skills and behaviours that will stand him in excellent stead for starting school. The manager is a best-in-class leader for the nursery and genuinely cares to seek feedback and drive improvements for all. I would, in particular, like to recognise how the staff have helped our son get ready for school - with a structured framework, they have ensured to support him in the areas he needs most, ensuring he can confidently start primary one. We have had nothing but an excellent experience with this nursery and would highly recommend to any parents who are considering putting their children here.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that your son has thrived at Bright Horizons 24 St Swithin and is well-prepared for school. We appreciate your recognition of our staff's…read more
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Review from Kimberley R (Mother of Child) published on 17 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have dealt with this nursery for 3+ years now, with both my children attending with my youngest now in the preschool. I can't fault this nursery and the staff; they all work incredibly hard and build wonderful relationships with the children and the parents. My eldest had a peanut allergy, and I felt
the nursery always took this very seriously and helped to age-appropriately educate him on this. I feel safe in the knowledge that my children are looked after and safeguarded properly in this nursery, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone.
Reply from Amanda Barlow, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin
Thank you so much for your loyal support and kind words! Thank you for being part of our nursery community, and we look forward to continuing to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your…read more
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Review from B R (Father of Child) published on 11 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children love Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin nursery. They have bonded well with their teachers and enjoy playing with them. The nursery provides plenty of age-appropriate activities that my kids love to participate in. The nursery provides plenty of outdoor activities as well.
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Review from Ismail S (Mother of Child) published on 9 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are always welcoming and help both child and parent feel at ease. The mobile app keeps parents updated which is extremely helpful as it helps parents plan the evening better. Developing activities are always organised and help with different skills. Would highly recommend the nursery to other
parents.
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Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 8 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have had children at this nursery for 5+ years and can't fault them. The manager is great and the staff are always helpful and supportive. I know my children are safe and looked after when they are there.
Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin
Hi, thank so much for your review. We are honoured that you have entrusted us with the education and care of your children.
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Review from T M (Mother of Child) published on 18 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little one loves going to nursery every day. She had a tough start, but the staff advised us how to get her more comfortable with the new environment and now she's in five days a week. The amount of different activities each day is impressive and means I won't need to do any messy play with her
at home!
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Review from Emma R (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are delighted with the level of care, consideration and kindness that our daughter receives at 24 St. Swithin Nursery. It gives us huge peace of mind to know that she is so well cared for during her time at nursery and she really loves attending every day. We have the utmost confidence in the staff
and look forward to hearing her stories about all the fun she has had with her teachers and friends.
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Review from Ana C (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bright Horizons 24 St Swithin and all the staff go above and beyond for learning, development and caring for my daughter. An extremely professional nursery that provides children with the right tools for development. They spend lots of time outdoors exploring, playing and caring for plants. All the
staff are friendly and really open to provide the best options that fit with the parent's choices and the nursery. It's been a pleasure being part of this nursery in the last years.
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Review from Esther R (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children have a wonderful experience at this nursery. I have highly recommended this nursery to many of my other mum friends. It is hard to leave your children in the care of others but the nursery staff have my complete trust. They have lots of great loose part play both outside and inside. They
continue to develop and change activities and play so what my elder did in babies and infants is different to what my younger is doing. They are great at encouraging the interests of each individual child but also at expanding on new interests. They have a good mix of structured and unstructured play and my elder child has grown in confidence during their time at this nursery.
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Review from Caroline M (Mother of Child) published on 15 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started nursery in October this year, and although the usual settling in period couldn't be carried out due to the pandemic, the staff at the nursery kept me at ease and gave me as much information as possible. My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery and hasn't shed a single tear at
drop off, she toddles in excited to start her day playing and learning with all of her friends. After only a couple of months at nursery, the change in her development really shows, she is much more confident and has developed so many skills. The staff do a brilliant job encouraging her to grow and develop whilst doing activities that she loves. I really feel that this nursery goes above and beyond, and I can't recommend them enough!
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Review from K K (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bright Horizons consistently go above and beyond when it comes to caring for the children and providing a dynamic environment that has something for everyone.
The atmosphere is always relaxed and happy yet always professional. The children always seem to be having a huge amount of fun whilst learning.
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would recommend Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin to anyone considering any level of childcare from baby to preschool. It's simply fantastic.
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Review from D R (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is very good for my child's learning and development. They do so many activities that make learning about everyday things lots of fun for the children. They spend lots of time outside in the garden learning to explore in the fresh air.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.656)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.656) out of 10 for Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin 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 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 9 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 4.907 for Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin is calculated as follows: ( (99 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 108 Ratings = 4.907
  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 4.749 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin is based on 9 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 = 3.9
    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 53 number of registered child places is 10.6. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 10.6 = 0.849
  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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Meet the Team (2)

Helene

Helene

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Helene started off her career training to be a children’s nurse back in 2000. She gained her qualification and started working at St Swithin in 2004. She has been working in childcare for the last 12 years and completed her CCLD Level 4 qualification in December 2009 and hopes to progress on to a PDA in the near future.


During this time she has worked with all three age groups and helped to open the second and third nursery. She has grown with the nursery and shares all the knowledge she has learnt with her team.


She looks forward to welcoming you and your family to her nursery.

Lisa

Lisa

Job Title: Deputy Manager

With over 10 years of experience in childcare, Lisa is a passionate Deputy Manager dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. Holding a Level 3 qualification and currently advancing to Level 4, she continuously works to enhance her knowledge and leadership skills.


Her passion lies in developing high-quality early years education and supporting both children and staff to thrive. As a parent, she has a deep understanding of childhood development, which enables her to build strong connections with families and advocate for every child’s best interests. Her experience reinforces her commitment to fostering inclusive, engaging spaces for learning and growth.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin

What is the Age Range of Children that Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin accepts?

Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin Open?

Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin is open: Monday 07:45-17:45, Tuesday 07:45-17:45, Wednesday 07:45-17:45, Thursday 07:45-17:45, Friday 07:45-17:45.

How many Children does Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin have capacity for?

Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin has capacity for a total of 53 Children.

How far is Bright Horizons at 24 St Swithin to the centre of Aberdeen?

0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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