Bright Horizons Families UK

Bright Horizons Families UK

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Earlier this year, we developed a campaign called 'This Is Childhood', and we're excited to be able to share it with you all! 💛

Working with the amazing team at Life Story, we wanted to showcase the dedication, commitment, and impact of our incredible early childhood practitioners. All the images and footage within this campaign feature real families and real teams in their own setting, capturing some of the everyday wonderful moments that our Bright Horizons families experience.

We hope you enjoy the video... This is Childhood!

Learn more here: https://www.brighthorizons.co.uk/landing-pages/this-is-childhood-behind-the-scenes

Today is the day! It's day! Today is centered around showing our love for the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children - Europe and the incredible Bright Spaces it creates. Here, our CEO Stephen Kramer explains a little more about in more detail...

🌟 What are Bright Spaces?

Bright Spaces are warm, safe, enriching play environments for vulnerable children affected by abuse, domestic violence, parental imprisonment and ill health.

🌟 How can YOU get involved?

Joining us is simple. All you need to do is post a photo of you, your colleagues, friends, or family making a heart-shaped symbol, and share it on your social media profiles using the hashtag - today!

Or, you can support us by donating: https://lnkd.in/e5YrGJ75

Together, let's raise awareness of Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, and make a difference in the lives of children and families in the communities where we live and work.

On Thursday, June 15th, Bright Horizons will be celebrating . We aim to flood social media with images of heart gestures, as symbols of our love for a Bright Space! 💛

We hope the celebrations will bring much-needed awareness for Bright Horizons Foundation for Children - Europe, as well as raise money for our Bright Spaces.

To learn more about the campaign, and if you'd like to donate, you can do so here: www.justgiving.com/page/love4abrightspace

We want your feedback!

This week, we're asking all of our families to complete our parent survey, so we can gain valuable, anonymous feedback about your experience with us. 💛

Please ask us for the link to the survey, it should only take a few minutes, and we'd greatly appreciate hearing your thoughts. Thank you!

Join us and Alan Carr on BBC One at 8pm tonight to watch three designers make over three classrooms in one of our Bright Horizons nurseries in Oxfordshire. 🎉

That's right, Bright Horizons Families UK will be on Interior Design Masters ! 📺

Find out more about the episode here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001k314

Watch a clip of the episode here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0f7z9qy

Need a helping hand over the upcoming months? Our extra sessions are available for families to book again! 🥳💛

We all know the unexpected can happen in life – especially now, with bugs, bad weather and other disruptions frequently occurring. So, why not book some extra nursery sessions for your little one and give yourself some breathing space from the constant work-life juggle. 🗓️🤹

It’s simple to do – just reach out to us at your nursery directly, or fill in the below form on our website: https://www.brighthorizons.co.uk/landing-pages/extra-sessions

We will then be in touch to book your little one’s extra sessions without affecting your normal booking pattern.

If you love a good sing-along, our podcast is for you! 🎵🎶

Our Director of Early Childhood, Caroline, discusses the importance of singing with your little one. Making music and singing rhymes all support their literacy development, no matter how silly you get. No X Factor needed for these activities! 🎙️

Listen here: https://www.brighthorizons.co.uk/family-zone/family-resources/podcasts/early-years-podcast-episode-4-literacy-through-music

It is with deep sadness that we learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

On behalf of Bright Horizons UK, we send our heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family. Her Majesty served the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth with distinction for over 70 years and has been an inspiration for many around the world. We are grateful for her decades of public service.

The loss of a loved one is a difficult time for every family. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time.
In our third podcast, Amanda discusses how music can improve your child’s wellbeing. Singing songs together, banging on drums and waving their hands in the air can help children understand and express their emotions, recall memories and develop self-regulation.

Listen to the full podcast here: https://www.brighthorizons.co.uk/family-zone/family-resources/podcasts/early-years-podcast-episode-3-music-and-wellbeing

Follow us on TikTok for a behind-the-scenes look inside our nurseries, and for fun and educational activity ideas to do at home with your little one. 💛

Follow us here: https://www.tiktok.com/

In our third Early Years podcast, Amanda discusses how music can improve your child’s wellbeing. Singing songs together, banging on drums and waving their hands in the air can help children understand and express their emotions, recall memories and develop self-regulation. 🎶🎵

Listen to the full podcast here: https://www.brighthorizons.co.uk/family-zone/family-resources/podcasts/early-years-podcast-episode-3-music-and-wellbeing

Last week, we joined TikTok! 😮💛🙌

Our aim is to celebrate how 'everyday play in our nurseries makes for an extraordinary education'. ⭐

We'd LOVE it if you would follow us: www.tiktok.com/

We'd love your feedback! ⭐💛

Please ask the nursery manager for your link to our parent survey to share your valued feedback about us anonymously. 😊

The week it's employee appreciation week across Bright Horizons UK. 😍

It's an opportunity to say thank you to the incredible people within the Bright Horizons family. If you'd like to say thank you to your nursery team, share your comments below! 💛😃

One of our Early Childhood Specialists, Amanda Forrest, tells us of her recent visit to Warrington Day Nursery and Preschool and what they’ve been doing to encourage musicality, along with a few ideas to try at home. 🎶🎵

https://brighthorizons.co.uk/family-resources/blog/2021/09/Musicality

If your little one doesn't like blue or pink, if dinosaur motifs are too 'scary' 🦖🦕 or flowers prints are too 'smelly' 🌷🌹🌺, then finding an outfit to accommodate their tastes can be a challenge…

Our blog discusses the trials and tribulations of genderfication when it comes to toddler clothing: https://brighthorizons.co.uk/family-resources/blog/2021/08/Fashion-conscious-toddlers

Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Bright Horizons Families UK, Childcare service, c/o David Lloyd Club Westfield Avenue, Woking.

Old Woking Day Nursery and Preschool, rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, is purpose built within the David Lloyd Club and twenty minutes’ walk from the town centre and rail station near Woking Park.

Operating as usual

Timeline photos 11/07/2023

“There’s a reason Bright Horizons Wolfson Court Day Nursery and Preschool has an outstanding Ofsted rating! Our daughter has been attending the nursery since she was 12 months - through babies, toddlers and preschool. We could not be happier with the quality of care, support and learning. I never worry if she will be ok, I have 100% trust in the team - they are excellent. The manager drives extremely high standards and staff, parents and children are all extremely happy!”

- Parent at Wolfson Court Day Nursery and Preschool

10/07/2023

Competition: Green and Sustainable Playtime

🌱 Competition time 🌱

What do you do to make your little ones’ playtime more sustainable and environmentally friendly? ♻️

Comment on this post and let us know for a chance to win your very own Candy Floss! 💚

Entries will close at 23:59 BST on Monday 17th July, and the winner will be contacted on Tuesday 18th July.

UK only. Entrants must be 18+.

This competition is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Instagram or Facebook.

10/07/2023

Rise and Sign - Miss Polly

It’s Monday, which means it’s time to ‘Rise and Sign’ with Jesse from Andover Day Nursery and Preschool. 🌤️

This week, Jesse is teaching us to sign the ‘Miss Polly’ nursery rhyme! 🎶

Timeline photos 07/07/2023

"Thank you to an amazing nursery! Right from the start, we felt the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff are incredible, caring and skilled."

- Parent at Maidenhead Day Nursery and Preschool

Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post 06/07/2023

Congratulations to Chelmsford Day Nursery & Preschool for achieving Green Flag status! 💚

The team have been doing amazing things such as teaching the children about:

🌱 Sustainability
🌍 Being conscious of their environmental impact
♻️ Reducing their waste

And much more!

5 Top Tips for Building Water Confidence with Your Little One 06/07/2023

5 Top Tips for Building Water Confidence with Your Little One

What temperature should a pool be when taking your little one swimming? 🌡️

Find out in our latest blog post, where our friends at Puddle Ducks share their top 5 tips for nurturing water confidence.

5 Top Tips for Building Water Confidence with Your Little One Our friends at Puddle Ducks share their top 5 tips for nurturing water confidence in your little one.

05/07/2023

A huge thank you to everyone who joined our campaign earlier this month. 💛

Bright Horizons Foundation for Children - Europe

04/07/2023

Last year, we successfully established a new direct delivery contract for waste collection, including mix recycling. This achieved a positive impact on diverting 100% of our waste from landfill!

Learn more about our Future Earth initiative here: https://www.brighthorizons.co.uk/about/future-earth

03/07/2023

Hilly Fields: Gardening Area

In this video, Jonathan from Enfield Hilly Fields shows us the children’s gardening area and the exciting things they’re growing. 🌱

Gardening is a fun way for children to grow their fine motor skills, which then supports skills such as writing and typing. ✍️

03/07/2023

Rise and Sign: Brother, Sister, Baby

It’s Monday, which means it’s time to ‘Rise and Sign’ with Jesse from Andover Day Nursery and Preschool. 🌤️

This week, Jesse is teaching us to sign some more family members: brother, sister, and baby.

29/06/2023

It's the last video in our three part series, whereby Caroline Wright, our Early Childhood Director, revists the nursery that featured on BBC's Interior Design Masters last year. Here she explores the 'Rising 3's' Room, and shares her thoughts on what's worked well in the room, as well as what's needed to be changed since the programme was filmed.

Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post 28/06/2023

💧 Water play 💧

The children at Phoenix Day Nursery and Preschool had a great time exploring various tools in the water tray!

Water play is not only fun for your little ones, but it also supports their fine motor skills and coordination through splashing, pouring, and squeezing.

It is a great sensory experience that stimulates their senses and helps with cognitive development.

Timeline photos 27/06/2023

Last week, the newly refurbished Witney Day Nursery and Preschool hosted a teddy bears picnic, inviting the local mayor, Councillor Owen Collins.

The nursery boasts bright and spacious rooms, and little ones benefit from using the large gardens, allowing them to improve their physical development and motor skills. 🌱☀️

Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post 26/06/2023

The children and team at Fleet Day Nursery and Preschool received a royal letter last week from King Charles and Queen Camilla! ✉️

The letter was sent in response to the children sending in their colourful and creative cards for the coronation. 👑

26/06/2023

Mongewell Park: Revisiting the Baby Room

Last year, BBC's Interior Design Masters visited one of our nurseries, decorating three key areas for: Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers.

Hosted by Alan Carr, it was a lot of fun, and the designers created some beautiful spaces. Here, our Early Childhood Director, Caroline Wright, revisits the baby room, and discusses what worked really well, and what has needed to be adapted since the programme.

26/06/2023

Rise and Sign: Mummy and Daddy

It’s Monday, which means it’s time to ‘Rise and Sign’ with Jesse from Andover Day Nursery and Preschool. 🌤️

This week, Jesse is teaching us to sign some family members: ‘Mummy’ and ‘Daddy’.

Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post 23/06/2023

The children at Elm Grove Day Nursery and Preschool have been digging into the fun of sand play! 🚚🚧

Sand play is great for motor skill development, hand-eye coordination, strength, and exploration.

Timeline photos 22/06/2023

“Bright Horizons Maidenhead Day Nursery and Preschool provide the perfect setting for our little one to grow, develop and explore. It is a very nurturing environment, ensuring that our little girl's needs are met. We are always kept up to date through the app and parents' evenings. The menu is excellent and well-balanced. We are very confident that she is happy and well looked after all day while we are in work.”

- Parent at Maidenhead Day Nursery and Preschool

21/06/2023

Future Earth: Our Food

As part of our Future Earth Agenda, we're focusing on food and food waste. 💚 By making changes to the way we order food within our nurseries, and introducing reports on our food usage and waste, we can boost our overall efficiency.

Learn more about our Future Earth agenda here: https://www.brighthorizons.co.uk/about/future-earth

20/06/2023

Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool held a bake sale last week, raising an amazing £338.25 for Bright Horizons Foundation for Children! 🍰

These funds will go towards Bright Spaces, creating a world of difference for vulnerable children across the UK by giving them a safe environment to learn, grow and heal.

Find out more about Bright Spaces here: https://brightspaces.org.uk/

A HUGE thank you to all of our families who brought from our Bake Sale on Wednesday! 🍰

All of the funds made goes towards our Bright Horizons Foundation for Children Charity which is very close to our nursery's heart. ❤️

We raised a FANTASTIC £338.25 from both cash & online donations. 🥰

Here is our little Charlie, and Kashca showing the love for our Bright Spaces! 💛

Bright Horizons Foundation for Children - Europe

Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post 20/06/2023

Thank you to everyone who shared their heart photos for last week. We have loved looking through them all! 💛

Here are just a few from some of our fantastic nurseries across the UK. 📸

Bright Horizons Foundation for Children creates Bright Spaces to provide vulnerable children with a safe space to learn, have fun, build positive relationships, and heal from trauma.

You can still donate to this amazing cause here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/love4abrightspace

Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post 19/06/2023

Congratulations to North Cheam Day Nursery and Preschool, who have achieved their Green Flag status with a distinction! 🌱 ♻️

Well done to the team and the children at North Cheam for all their brilliant work! 💚

19/06/2023

Rise and Sign: Peter Rabbit

It’s Monday, which means it’s time to ‘Rise and Sign’ with Jesse from Andover Day Nursery and Preschool. 🌤️

This week, Jesse is teaching us to sign a song about Peter Rabbit! 🐰🎶

16/06/2023

Feltham Police Station Bright Space

Yesterday, everyone in the Bright Horizons family celebrated Bright Horizons Foundation for Children - Europe and the it creates! One of our many Bright Spaces is in Feltham Police Station, and we are so pleased to see this reaction to it! We hope it continues to make a difference to the lives of the children visiting the police station.

Thank you to the 'magic fairies' that transformed this space!

16/06/2023

Bright Horizons: This Is Childhood

Earlier this year, we developed a campaign called 'This Is Childhood', and we're excited to be able to share it with you all! 💛

Working with the amazing team at Life Story, we wanted to showcase the dedication, commitment, and impact of our incredible early childhood practitioners. All the images and footage within this campaign feature real families and real teams in their own setting, capturing some of the everyday wonderful moments that our Bright Horizons families experience.

We hope you enjoy the video... This is Childhood!

Learn more here: https://www.brighthorizons.co.uk/landing-pages/this-is-childhood-behind-the-scenes

Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post 15/06/2023

Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post

Mobile uploads 15/06/2023

Mobile uploads

Today is day! ❤️

Here is our wonderful Kayleigh, Richard and Kashca with their heart symbols showing the love for our Bright Spaces in the UK. 🥰

Bright Horizons Foundation for Children - Europe

Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post 15/06/2023

Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post

15/06/2023

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Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post 15/06/2023

Photos from Bright Horizons Families UK's post

15/06/2023

Stephen Kramer #LoveForABrightSpace

Today is the day! It's day! Today is centered around showing our love for the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children - Europe and the incredible Bright Spaces it creates. Here, our CEO Stephen Kramer explains a little more about in more detail...

🌟 What are Bright Spaces?

Bright Spaces are warm, safe, enriching play environments for vulnerable children affected by abuse, domestic violence, parental imprisonment and ill health.

🌟 How can YOU get involved?

Joining us is simple. All you need to do is post a photo of you, your colleagues, friends, or family making a heart-shaped symbol, and share it on your social media profiles using the hashtag - today!

Or, you can support us by donating: https://lnkd.in/e5YrGJ75

Together, let's raise awareness of Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, and make a difference in the lives of children and families in the communities where we live and work.

14/06/2023

Meet Tasha, as she discusses why she's in the process of setting up a #BrightSpace

Tasha is our Customer Experience Manager, and is also in the process of setting up a in memory of a very-much-missed colleague, Sarah Mealing. 💛

13/06/2023

Lucy Little testimonial video Social Portrait.mp4

Lucy is one of our Nursery Managers, here she shares how she's been involved in creating the Bright Space at Bronzefield Prison.

13/06/2023

Meet the team at Fair Oak as they tell us about how they've been supporting the Foundation

Meet the team at Fair Oak as they tell us about how they've been supporting Bright Horizons Foundation Children, including running a half marathon!

12/06/2023

Emma #LoveForABrightSpace

Everyone needs sparkly magic dust when they're feeling vulnerable! ✨ And do just that for children and families in need of support. Emma, one of our Senior Account Marketing Executives tells us more...

Love for a Bright Space UK - JustGiving 09/06/2023

Love for a Bright Space UK - JustGiving

On Thursday, June 15th, Bright Horizons will be celebrating . We aim to flood social media with images of heart gestures, as symbols of our love for a Bright Space! 💛

We hope the celebrations will bring much-needed awareness for Bright Horizons Foundation for Children - Europe, as well as raise money for our Bright Spaces.

To learn more about the campaign, and if you'd like to donate, you can do so here: www.justgiving.com/page/love4abrightspace

Love for a Bright Space UK - JustGiving Love for a Bright Space UK - JustGiving

19/04/2023

We want your feedback!

We want your feedback!

This week, we're asking all of our families to complete our parent survey, so we can gain valuable, anonymous feedback about your experience with us. 💛

Please ask us for the link to the survey, it should only take a few minutes, and we'd greatly appreciate hearing your thoughts. Thank you!

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C/o David Lloyd Club Westfield Avenue
Woking
GU229PF

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 6:30pm
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