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In a Mumsnet survey of 131 users of Bright Horizons Nurseries: 82% would buy again and 85% would recommend
A friendly and nurturing nursing in Epping, St Margaret’s Hospital
Families love our beautiful, purpose-built Epping Day Nursery and Preschool which has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted. Every aspect has been specifically designed to meet the needs of your child's development, from 3 months to 5 years.
A Bright Beginning
Our research-led Bright Beginnings Curriculum will give your little one the very best start. Your child's wellbeing is our highest priority and we know that children learn best when they feel safe and secure.
Building on the foundations of the government's EYFS curriculum, it combines a wide range of activities to nurture and develop the skills your child needs to flourish and reach their full potential. This holistic yet personal approach supports each child's development and progress - whether that's moving rooms or preparing them for school.
Our unique Growing enhancements introduce your child to maths, reading, writing, and art, and our Ready for School programme further supports their skills and knowledge to prepare them for school and beyond. Stay updated with your child's day via the Bright Horizons Family app to see what they have been enjoying.
Inspiring Natural Curiosity and Exploration
At Epping Day Nursery and Preschool, we support each developmental stage with age-appropriate rooms.
Our under 2s enjoy the Explorers room with a variety of fun activities and toys to help them learn through play whilst children aged 2 years and above in our Adventurers room have direct, free-flow access to our large, secure garden, allowing for independent exploration of the learning opportunities there.
Our children love being nestled among trees, enjoying a variety of outdoor activities including those within our Active Athletes programme.
All-Inclusive Care and Convenience
- Delicious, nutritionally-balanced meals are freshly prepared by our onsite chef.
- Snacks, formula, nappies, creams and wipes are also provided, so there's less to pack on those busy mornings.
- With excellent transport links and convenient onsite parking, your drop-off and pick-up will be stress-free.
Your Personal Tour
Epping Day Nursery and Preschool is conveniently situated within our client setting of St. Margaret's Hospital and welcomes all families in the area. We look forward to meeting you and your little one.
Carole Byrne
Nursery Manager
Nursery Manager
Nutrition
Our excellent nutritionally balanced menu is changed regularly to encourage a varied diet and is approved by Action for Children. Here is an example of a typical menu.
Breakfast
Lunch
Tea
Supporting and Learning
Growing Mathematicians
1-2-3-4-5! Mathematics is embedded in everything that we do and experience in our day-to-day lives and our Growing Mathematicians programme has been created to help your child understand the purpose and importance of mathematics.
Growing Readers
Growing Readers brings together home and nursery life, providing parents with some of the theory behind developing children’s reading skills, and also providing handy Hints & Tips, recommended reading lists and suggested activities for parents and children to explore together.
Growing Writers
Our Growing Writer’s approach supports the complex magical journey from making a mark, to emergent writing, to confident writer, laying the foundational skills that enable each child to flourish with the confidence and capability to succeed at school.
Virtual Tour
Bright Horizons Family App
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the NEW Bright Horizons Family App. The app will offer a variety of features that will give you the ability to get more information on your child's day than ever before, as well as being able to notify the nursery of any changes to your planned pick-up or absences, as well as booking extra sessions.
More Information
Fees & Availability
Where possible we look to offer flexible booking patterns and a range of funding options, including the government's 30 hours funded childcare* provision. To request pricing and availability, please request a call back by clicking the button below.
*Terms and conditions apply to 30 hours funding. Click here for more information.
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Meet the Team
Carole Byrne
I have been at Bright Horizons in Epping since 2011. I progressed from Nursery Nurse to Room Leader. I took up the position of Deputy Manager in 2013 and then in 2014 became Nursery Manager.
Prior to my nursery career I worked in Primary School Education mostly in reception and Key Stage 1. I have attended University and took my B.A. in Education and went on to to gain my Early Year's Teacher Status.
I am passionate about passing on my knowledge and training to help develop and upskill my staff, who in turn, I aim to inspire a love of using play to help children learn.
Kirby-Jo Abbott
I have been a part of the Bright Horizons Family for 6 years. Starting as a Nursery Nurse, progressing to Room Leader and Third in Charge and now I have been successful in securing the role of Deputy Manager.
My passion is SEND and I feel privileged to have played a major part of some of our children’s development in this area and building a relationship with the whole family and external agency workers.
I feel very fortunate to have a career in a job that I love and contributing to the Education, Development and health and safety of the children, as well as supporting the Manager to maintain the nursery running effectively for children, families and the staff.
Candy Floss
Hi, my name is Candy Floss, I joined Bright Horizons in March 2010 as the ‘Super Safety Hero’ to help nursery children stay safe and manage risks. My role as a Health and Safety Super Hero is unique to Bright Horizons and I’m in every nursery, 365 days a year.
Back in 2010, I saw a job advert for a Zebra Super Safety Hero – I was very excited, applied and was invited for an interview with several other zebras. We were interviewed by all the children who then voted on which of us would be their Super Safety Hero. It was hoof biting but I was thrilled when they told me I was the most voted for by the children who all loved me because of my cape and bag. My bag is very special, if something fits inside, it’s a choking hazard. You might be wondering how I got my name. The children in our nurseries chose five names and voted for their favourite. I love it as it’s unique, I mean have you ever heard of a zebra called Candy Floss? Exactly!
Why Bright Horizons
The Bright Horizons passion and enthusiasm for providing high-quality care isn’t just common knowledge within our own business – we’ve also gained some impressive accolades from external sources for excellence as both a childcare provider, and as an employer. We are the only childcare company to have been listed for the last 11 years as one of the country’s top 50 “Great Places to Work” by the Great Place to Work Institute.
