01 Jun 2026
Finchley Central Day Nursery and Preschool
"Finchley Central has been amazing in caring for our son over the past few years. The staff are loving, dedicated, and work seamlessly as a team. They go above and beyond to provide the care, guidance, and attention he needs."
(Hitesh, Parent - daynurseries.co.uk)
(Hitesh, Parent - daynurseries.co.uk)
Eco-Schools Green Flag Award
From the 31st August, Bright Horizons Finchley Central Day Nursery & Preschool will be temporarily closing its doors and therefore we will no longer be conducting tours of the nursery or taking enquiries.
Bright Horizons Finchley Central has been a part of the local community for many years, and we would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our families and colleagues, past and present, who have been part of the nursery’s story.
We do have availability at our sister nurseries in the area, North Finchley and Golders Green, which are available to tour now. You can arrange your visit by clicking on the links below.
We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to Bright Horizons.
Bernadette
Nursery Manager
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4 Shakespeare Road, Finchley, London, N3 1XE
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- Monday7:30AM - 6:30PM
- Tuesday7:30AM - 6:30PM
- Wednesday7:30AM - 6:30PM
- Thursday7:30AM - 6:30PM
- Friday7:30AM - 6:30PM
Call 0203 657 0377
Lines open: Mon - Fri 08:00 - 19:00
Here's an 'at a glance guide' to what Finchley has to offer.
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Built
Roof Terrace
Garden
Mud
Kitchen
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Play
Ready for
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Chef
Onsite
Buggy
Park
Water
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All Weather
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Included in our fees
Unlimited hypoallergenic nappies*
Unlimited hypoallergenic wipes*
Three nutritious meals
A range of healthy snacks
Formula milk for babies under 1 year
Cows' milk or dairy-free alternatives for older babies and children
*A very small number of our nurseries are not able to offer all of the above, please check with your nursery for specific details.
We've got it covered
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.
Nursery Fee Calculator
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.
Estimate your fees
Oops! We appear to be having a few technical challenges! Our team is working hard to get our fee calculator back up and running soon as soon as possible. Thanks for bearing with us.
In the meantime, if you need some answers or to book a nursery visit, then please call us on 0203 657 0377, our friendly team is here to help.
Find out what people love about us
Parent testimonials taken from daynurseries.co.uk.
- "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."
Emma R, Parent
- "The staff are always welcoming and help both child and parent feel at ease, The mobile app keeps parents updated which is extremely helpful, Developing activities are always organised and help with different skills."
Ismail S, Parent
- "The staff 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."
Kimberley R, Parent
Here you can explore more about how we’ll support you and your family, right from day one and throughout your journey with us.
The Nurture Approach
Our holistic, research-backed approach nurtures emotional wellbeing, inspires learning, and provides exceptional care - supporting your child’s development every step of the way.
Childcare Funding
Take a look through all the available options to see what childcare funding is available to support your family, and download our funding guide.
Our Nursery Day
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.
SEND Support
We’ll ensure we give your child the support to feel empowered to thrive at their own pace through our inclusive, tailored support.
Family Resources
Take a look at our wide range of activities, book reviews, nursery rhymes, recipes, blogs and more.
Settling In Sessions
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.
Food and Mealtimes
Our nurseries are proud to serve every child with freshly prepared food. Take a look at our menus and more.
- 08 Sep 2025
Bright Horizons Celebrates FIFTH Best Workplaces™ Honour of 2025
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.
- 22 Jul 2025
Bright Horizons Celebrates Quartet of Workplace Awards in 2025
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.
Follow us on social media...
Did you know that our nursery is on Facebook and Instagram? 'Like' or 'Follow' us to join in the fun! We share what we've been getting up to, as well as activities you can try at home with your little one. Learn about upcoming events happening at our nursery to pop in your calendar and enjoy meeting the team with posts about the amazing early years practitioners in our setting. We look forward to welcoming you to our Facebook and/or Instagram community - just click 'Like' or 'Follow' and you're in!
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