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48B Chipstead Vally Road, Coulsdon, CR5 2RA
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26 November 2025
My three-year-old started preschool in September 2025, and although the transition was initially difficult after being elsewhere since age one, the staff made it much easier. They were always happy to reassure me after drop-off and made a conscious effort to support her settling in. The team are clearly hardworking and caring, and my daughter has now made lots of friends, is happy to go and comes home talking about all the fun activities. A few areas could be improved - some toys and equipment are worn out and could use refreshing, the setting can feel quite cluttered on busy days, and while the food is satisfactory, she doesn't seem to eat much there. Learning is very play-based and focused on emotional development rather than early phonics or numeracy, so it depends on what you're looking for. Overall though, it's a very warm, happy environment with lovely staff, children and parents.
20 November 2025
Bright Horizons Coulsdon is a lovely nursery, my son has been attending this nursery for two years and he loves it here. He has made a lot of friends and I'm impressed with their facilities and the activities that they do with the children.
20 November 2025
The nursery has been nurturing and supportive from the moment our child started there. Staff have got to know him well and greet him warmly on arrival. He loves his time there and always goes in happily. There are a range of activities for him to do with opportunities for both indoor and outdoor play. There is good home school communication. I can't fault them!
20 November 2025
Our daughter started at Bright Horizons Coulsdon from 8 months old. She loves it, and we love it. The staff were incredibly supportive when I was clearly a bit emotional at the beginning, and our daughter has flourished there. From speaking with other parents using different nurseries, I truly believe this one offers the most amount of flexibility & respect to working parents. An example of this is that some nurseries dont administer paracetamol, which I find ridiculous. I believe that Bright Horizons has the right balance between optimum care of the children, and respecting the parents' need to work. There are always great activities run, so much so, that I would love even more of a download at the end of the day and maybe more photos/ posts on the app. But thats probably me having to get used to not spending all my time with my child like when on mat leave! All-in-all, I would highly recommend.
20 November 2025
Both my boys have loved their time at Bright Horizons! The staff are so warm and caring, and it's clear they really know and value each child. The activities are fun and engaging, and my eldest was so well-prepared and confident when he started school. We couldn't be happier with the care and support from the Bright Horizons staff.
20 November 2025
My daughters have been at Bright Horizons Coulsdon for 3 years now and the kind staff have always treated them like family. We get a great update about their day during handover each evening and they are always excited to attend. They've also started doing more app updates on the activities they are doing which helps me chat about their days with them. They spend a lot of time outside, even on a rainy day they make the effort to get outside even if it needs it be undercover. They are well cared for and happy. Parking can be tricky at times but that's the price for being such a convenient central location! My daughters have really been nurtured here.
29 November 2024
Our daughter has attended Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool since she was 6 months old. The staff have been absolutely amazing since the moment our daughter started and continue to amaze us every single day with how much their dedication and hard work is teaching our daughter to flourish in every way. There is always something fun and new that they do with the children each day they visit nursery. They have a fantastically varied, healthy menu for the children and the staff are nothing short of exceptional. We cannot thank Bright Horizons enough for taking care of our daughter.
23 October 2024
Our daughter has attended this nursery from 6 months old, her development has definitely been accelerated since joining the nursery, she has great engagement with both staff and other children. All staff have a personal approach and know our daughter and she has a specifically assigned carer which helps with consistency. The facilities are great and exceed our expectations. The nursery is a safe and clean environment. They have a great outdoor space which is often in use (weather permitting). There is an app that provides updates throughout the day and staff also provide a quick update at pick-up time. Would highly recommend.
16 September 2024
My son went to Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool from baby room to preschool and thoroughly enjoyed his time there. The staff are amazing and really care about the children. Everything seemed well considered, from the toys and choice of games in the rooms to the menu and food choices offered by the onsite chefs. I would recommend this nursery to everyone. Keep up the good work, and we will miss you now we have moved on to big school!
13 June 2024
Bright Horizons has been so amazing, that I cannot recommend it enough. The team is great, everyone is child-focused. Three staff members in particular in preschool manage the kids so we'll, do a lot of activities and encourage my son to pursue his interests. There is a sports coach and they spend a lot of time in the garden but in between the children have a lot of freedom to play on their own or with their friends. The management is amazing as well, they've done everything to accommodate our needs with changing schedules and having him extra days. Even the cook is very popular with my son! We are very grateful for the Coulsdon team, definitely 5 stars!
20 May 2024
Overall, very good experience. My baby girl is now 26 months old and has been to the nursery full-time for almost one year. It’s noticeable her development. All the staff are attentive and always there to clarify any questions or address concerns. The food is cooked fresh every day and she eats well there. It’s also very good to have an app to track her day.
26 March 2024
My baby recently joined Bright Horizons and it's been a very pleasant experience. Very nice place with effective people who take very good care of babies. My baby loves to attend the nursery and is always happy when I pick him up. Only can recommend this place.
26 March 2024
Both our girls attended Bright Horizons since they were 18 months and 13 months (respectively). We've transitioned from the Bluebells room all the way to Preschool. Special shout out to five staff members in particular for their care, support and for going above and beyond. Our eldest was super shy and one of these staff members in particular really helped bring her confidence out. The nursery manager and deputy manager are great and responsive. We like Bright Horizons, Coulsdon because the hours make it doable for us working parents. The big one for us is the varied home-cooked meals, which my youngest loves. We're talking actual meals cooked from scratch, not heating up chicken nuggets or quick ham sandwiches. They include fresh fruit and health snacks. There are also plenty of activities for the kids so they're never bored. They also bring in ceramics and photoshoots which is a nice touch. We would recommend Bright Horizons to anyone considering childcare for their little ones.
19 March 2024
Two of our children have attended Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool and both have absolutely loved it. The team are fantastic and great at engaging the children in a whole variety of activities. There is plenty of outdoor space to run around, play with mud kitchens, bikes etc. Our daughter is currently still there and we could not ask for better care.
14 March 2024
The nursery is very well run and the staff are exceptional. So caring, welcoming, loving and friendly. We’ve got to know the staff so well over the years and there’s a very low turnover. From the moment we walk through the doors, we’re welcomed with warm smiles and friendly faces. Staff organise the rooms to a high standard with activities which are creative, exciting and fun. There’s always lots of messy play and outdoor play in the large, well-equipped garden. In Pre-school they practice writing, numbers, phonics and reading and it’s amazing how fast my child is learning. Management are accessible, approachable and accommodating. They have really got to know our kids/family. They run the nursery smoothly and efficiently with a lot of care and dedication. Our kids eat so well at nursery, with lots of fruit and vegetables and nourishing, wholesome meals. Over the past 3 years, we’ve had a wonderful experience. I feel lucky that our children have been so well nurtured and cared for.
09 January 2024
Our daughter has really enjoyed Bright Horizons. Her development since she started has been fantastic, and she has clearly picked up so many skills from the time she has spent there. She gets to take part in so many new and fantastic experiences each day. The staff have always been so welcoming towards her and accommodating to us as a family. There is a very friendly and positive atmosphere, and our daughter is always excited about starting her day there and reluctant to leave when the day is over.
10 October 2023
My daughter was at Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool since August 2019 and left in August 2023 to start school. The nursery has been brilliant with her the whole way through, even navigating the tricky period over COVID and lockdowns. She took a while to settle in as a baby and they were always so patient and caring for her and reassuring for me! Whenever I picked her up, she had always had a lovely day. As she grew older, she absolutely loved it and formed strong friendships with other children and strong relationships with the staff who looked after her. In the pre-school room, they challenged and developed her with various learning activities and prepared her really well for school which has given her a fantastic start. They also spent a lot of time outside in the garden which she loved. I always found the staff to be wonderful and see that they genuinely care for the children. We got regular updates via an app and from the office staff. I would highly recommend the nursery.
22 March 2023
Our little one has been at Bright Horizons, Coulsdon for nearly a year now and we all love it there. He absolutely loves the staff and is really thriving under their care. The people there really make it and they know us and importantly they know him and what suits him. They regularly go above and beyond, including most recently when my wife was away from us for a few weeks, they helped our little one make some beautiful keepsakes for her to take on her journey. They also kept a close eye on him (and me!) to spot any changes in behaviour. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Bright Horizons, Coulsdon to anyone.
17 March 2023
The staff in Bright Horizons, Coulsdon have been fantastic with my daughter. She took several weeks to settle in and they were so patient and caring with her. She loves nursery now and all the staff and jumps willingly into their arms at drop-off.
07 March 2023
The nursery is newly refurbed and looks bright and fresh. My niece enjoys nursery, every time I pick her up or drop her off, she is so excited to see her carers. She always has lots of fun and brings lots of art home. She also eats well there and the food that is on offer always sounds good. They have a good size garden too which my niece loves playing outside on the bikes and in the mud kitchen.
Latest Reviews for Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool
26 November 2025
My three-year-old started preschool in September 2025, and although the transition was initially difficult after being elsewhere since age one, the staff made it much easier. They were always happy to reassure me after drop-off and made a conscious effort to support her settling in. The team are clearly hardworking and caring, and my daughter has now made lots of friends, is happy to go and comes home talking about all the fun activities. A few areas could be improved - some toys and equipment are worn out and could use refreshing, the setting can feel quite cluttered on busy days, and while the food is satisfactory, she doesn't seem to eat much there. Learning is very play-based and focused on emotional development rather than early phonics or numeracy, so it depends on what you're looking for. Overall though, it's a very warm, happy environment with lovely staff, children and parents.
20 November 2025
Bright Horizons Coulsdon is a lovely nursery, my son has been attending this nursery for two years and he loves it here. He has made a lot of friends and I'm impressed with their facilities and the activities that they do with the children.
20 November 2025
The nursery has been nurturing and supportive from the moment our child started there. Staff have got to know him well and greet him warmly on arrival. He loves his time there and always goes in happily. There are a range of activities for him to do with opportunities for both indoor and outdoor play. There is good home school communication. I can't fault them!
20 November 2025
Our daughter started at Bright Horizons Coulsdon from 8 months old. She loves it, and we love it. The staff were incredibly supportive when I was clearly a bit emotional at the beginning, and our daughter has flourished there. From speaking with other parents using different nurseries, I truly believe this one offers the most amount of flexibility & respect to working parents. An example of this is that some nurseries dont administer paracetamol, which I find ridiculous. I believe that Bright Horizons has the right balance between optimum care of the children, and respecting the parents' need to work. There are always great activities run, so much so, that I would love even more of a download at the end of the day and maybe more photos/ posts on the app. But thats probably me having to get used to not spending all my time with my child like when on mat leave! All-in-all, I would highly recommend.
20 November 2025
Both my boys have loved their time at Bright Horizons! The staff are so warm and caring, and it's clear they really know and value each child. The activities are fun and engaging, and my eldest was so well-prepared and confident when he started school. We couldn't be happier with the care and support from the Bright Horizons staff.
20 November 2025
My daughters have been at Bright Horizons Coulsdon for 3 years now and the kind staff have always treated them like family. We get a great update about their day during handover each evening and they are always excited to attend. They've also started doing more app updates on the activities they are doing which helps me chat about their days with them. They spend a lot of time outside, even on a rainy day they make the effort to get outside even if it needs it be undercover. They are well cared for and happy. Parking can be tricky at times but that's the price for being such a convenient central location! My daughters have really been nurtured here.
29 November 2024
Our daughter has attended Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool since she was 6 months old. The staff have been absolutely amazing since the moment our daughter started and continue to amaze us every single day with how much their dedication and hard work is teaching our daughter to flourish in every way. There is always something fun and new that they do with the children each day they visit nursery. They have a fantastically varied, healthy menu for the children and the staff are nothing short of exceptional. We cannot thank Bright Horizons enough for taking care of our daughter.
23 October 2024
Our daughter has attended this nursery from 6 months old, her development has definitely been accelerated since joining the nursery, she has great engagement with both staff and other children. All staff have a personal approach and know our daughter and she has a specifically assigned carer which helps with consistency. The facilities are great and exceed our expectations. The nursery is a safe and clean environment. They have a great outdoor space which is often in use (weather permitting). There is an app that provides updates throughout the day and staff also provide a quick update at pick-up time. Would highly recommend.
16 September 2024
My son went to Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool from baby room to preschool and thoroughly enjoyed his time there. The staff are amazing and really care about the children. Everything seemed well considered, from the toys and choice of games in the rooms to the menu and food choices offered by the onsite chefs. I would recommend this nursery to everyone. Keep up the good work, and we will miss you now we have moved on to big school!
13 June 2024
Bright Horizons has been so amazing, that I cannot recommend it enough. The team is great, everyone is child-focused. Three staff members in particular in preschool manage the kids so we'll, do a lot of activities and encourage my son to pursue his interests. There is a sports coach and they spend a lot of time in the garden but in between the children have a lot of freedom to play on their own or with their friends. The management is amazing as well, they've done everything to accommodate our needs with changing schedules and having him extra days. Even the cook is very popular with my son! We are very grateful for the Coulsdon team, definitely 5 stars!
20 May 2024
Overall, very good experience. My baby girl is now 26 months old and has been to the nursery full-time for almost one year. It’s noticeable her development. All the staff are attentive and always there to clarify any questions or address concerns. The food is cooked fresh every day and she eats well there. It’s also very good to have an app to track her day.
26 March 2024
My baby recently joined Bright Horizons and it's been a very pleasant experience. Very nice place with effective people who take very good care of babies. My baby loves to attend the nursery and is always happy when I pick him up. Only can recommend this place.
26 March 2024
Both our girls attended Bright Horizons since they were 18 months and 13 months (respectively). We've transitioned from the Bluebells room all the way to Preschool. Special shout out to five staff members in particular for their care, support and for going above and beyond. Our eldest was super shy and one of these staff members in particular really helped bring her confidence out. The nursery manager and deputy manager are great and responsive. We like Bright Horizons, Coulsdon because the hours make it doable for us working parents. The big one for us is the varied home-cooked meals, which my youngest loves. We're talking actual meals cooked from scratch, not heating up chicken nuggets or quick ham sandwiches. They include fresh fruit and health snacks. There are also plenty of activities for the kids so they're never bored. They also bring in ceramics and photoshoots which is a nice touch. We would recommend Bright Horizons to anyone considering childcare for their little ones.
19 March 2024
Two of our children have attended Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool and both have absolutely loved it. The team are fantastic and great at engaging the children in a whole variety of activities. There is plenty of outdoor space to run around, play with mud kitchens, bikes etc. Our daughter is currently still there and we could not ask for better care.
14 March 2024
The nursery is very well run and the staff are exceptional. So caring, welcoming, loving and friendly. We’ve got to know the staff so well over the years and there’s a very low turnover. From the moment we walk through the doors, we’re welcomed with warm smiles and friendly faces. Staff organise the rooms to a high standard with activities which are creative, exciting and fun. There’s always lots of messy play and outdoor play in the large, well-equipped garden. In Pre-school they practice writing, numbers, phonics and reading and it’s amazing how fast my child is learning. Management are accessible, approachable and accommodating. They have really got to know our kids/family. They run the nursery smoothly and efficiently with a lot of care and dedication. Our kids eat so well at nursery, with lots of fruit and vegetables and nourishing, wholesome meals. Over the past 3 years, we’ve had a wonderful experience. I feel lucky that our children have been so well nurtured and cared for.
09 January 2024
Our daughter has really enjoyed Bright Horizons. Her development since she started has been fantastic, and she has clearly picked up so many skills from the time she has spent there. She gets to take part in so many new and fantastic experiences each day. The staff have always been so welcoming towards her and accommodating to us as a family. There is a very friendly and positive atmosphere, and our daughter is always excited about starting her day there and reluctant to leave when the day is over.
10 October 2023
My daughter was at Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool since August 2019 and left in August 2023 to start school. The nursery has been brilliant with her the whole way through, even navigating the tricky period over COVID and lockdowns. She took a while to settle in as a baby and they were always so patient and caring for her and reassuring for me! Whenever I picked her up, she had always had a lovely day. As she grew older, she absolutely loved it and formed strong friendships with other children and strong relationships with the staff who looked after her. In the pre-school room, they challenged and developed her with various learning activities and prepared her really well for school which has given her a fantastic start. They also spent a lot of time outside in the garden which she loved. I always found the staff to be wonderful and see that they genuinely care for the children. We got regular updates via an app and from the office staff. I would highly recommend the nursery.
22 March 2023
Our little one has been at Bright Horizons, Coulsdon for nearly a year now and we all love it there. He absolutely loves the staff and is really thriving under their care. The people there really make it and they know us and importantly they know him and what suits him. They regularly go above and beyond, including most recently when my wife was away from us for a few weeks, they helped our little one make some beautiful keepsakes for her to take on her journey. They also kept a close eye on him (and me!) to spot any changes in behaviour. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Bright Horizons, Coulsdon to anyone.
17 March 2023
The staff in Bright Horizons, Coulsdon have been fantastic with my daughter. She took several weeks to settle in and they were so patient and caring with her. She loves nursery now and all the staff and jumps willingly into their arms at drop-off.
07 March 2023
The nursery is newly refurbed and looks bright and fresh. My niece enjoys nursery, every time I pick her up or drop her off, she is so excited to see her carers. She always has lots of fun and brings lots of art home. She also eats well there and the food that is on offer always sounds good. They have a good size garden too which my niece loves playing outside on the bikes and in the mud kitchen.