Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool provides high‑quality childcare and early years education for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Located close to Buckhurst Hill Station, with easy access via the 549 and 804 bus routes, onsite parking and a buggy park, we offer a convenient choice for families seeking trusted childcare in Buckhurst Hill.
Our experienced and caring team delivers a nurturing, child‑centred approach, supporting children’s emotional wellbeing alongside learning. Our Nurture Approach, rooted in the EYFS curriculum, combines play-based learning with activities that support development in literacy, maths, expressive arts and early science—tailored to each child’s interests and stage.
Our Ready for School programme, led by an Early Years Teacher, helps preschool children build independence, confidence and resilience as they prepare for primary school. Through structured yet engaging experiences, children develop essential skills for a smooth transition into school life.
Children learn in bright, welcoming rooms designed to feel like a home from home. We follow a child-led learning approach, encouraging curiosity, creativity and exploration across our baby, toddler and preschool rooms.
Outdoor learning is a key part of nursery life. Our garden includes engaging features such as a water wall and wooden tepee, alongside a community hub garden at the front of the nursery. Children also benefit from activities led by a Forest School–qualified teacher, supporting confidence, teamwork and a love of nature.
We offer a range of enriching experiences including guitar singalong sessions, music activities and Boogie Mites, promoting communication, rhythm and self-expression. Children also enjoy the Bright Horizons Reading Scheme and access to a lending library to support early literacy at home.
Parents stay closely connected through the Bright Horizons Family App, with real-time updates, photos and insights into their child’s learning and development.
Book a tour today to discover why families choose Buckhurst Hill Day Nursery and Preschool for outstanding nursery care and preschool education in Buckhurst Hill.
*A very small number of our nurseries are not able to offer all of the above, please check with your nursery for specific details.
Baby and toddler care items are all included, together with all food and snacks (and milk for babies under 1 year-old). We offer milk alternatives and dairy- free milk to children with allergies.
We cater for a wide range of nutritional needs allergies, intolerances and special diets (including vegetarian and cultural). Find out more about our food, menus and mealtimes.
Our calculator enables you to estimate your basic fees BEFORE childcare funding is applied. We’ve taken this approach as funding is dependent on your own very individual situation, how old your child is, where you live, whether you’re working, or you get discounts from your workplace.
Our comprehensive funding guides provide guidance on what funding you’re likely to be eligible for, we can send this to you after you’ve estimated your fees.
When you visit us, we can also help you understand your options and work out what your net fees will be after any childcare funding is taken into account.
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Our holistic, research-backed approach nurtures emotional wellbeing, inspires learning, and provides exceptional care - supporting your child’s development every step of the way.
Take a look through all the available options to see what childcare funding is available to support your family, and download our funding guide.
Discover what happens after drop-off! From outdoor adventures to cosy story time, our days are thoughtfully structured to balance play, learning, rest, and mealtimes.
We’ll ensure we give your child the support to feel empowered to thrive at their own pace through our inclusive, tailored support.
Take a look at our wide range of activities, book reviews, nursery rhymes, recipes, blogs and more.
Starting at nursery can be an exciting time for you and your child. Our Settling in Sessions will provide you with the chance to get to know your nursery.
Our nurseries are proud to serve every child with freshly prepared food. Take a look at our menus and more.
Bright Horizons has been recognised once again by Great Place To Work® UK, earning a spot on the 2025 UK’s Best Workplaces in Education & Training™ list in the Super Large category.
Bright Horizons is proud to announce its latest recognition as one of the 2025 UK’s Best Workplaces for Women™, marking our fourth major accolade this year from Great Place To Work® UK.
The 2025 UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ list was unveiled this morning by Great Place To Work® UK, with Bright Horizons once again recognised among the top organisations in the Super Large category.
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