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Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth

University Parkway Science Park, Chilworth, Southampton, SO16 7PT

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Daily rateFrom £76.07 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 07:45 to 18:00
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity64 places
Funded hours supported
Inspection RatingGood

Ofsted · 2024-07-03

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About this Chilworth, Southampton Nursery

Description

Step into our beautiful nursery Bright Horizons Chilworth Day Nursery and Preschool providing exceptional quality childcare and education, supporting your child's development from the age of 3 months to 5 years. Located in the University Parkway Science Park in Southampton, close to local bus routes and with a safe drop-off area for those driving.

Throughout our age-focused rooms, where we provide the best start to schooling life through our enriching and wellbeing-focused Bright Beginnings Curriculum, designed by our own Early Years specialists. This holistic yet personal approach supports each child's wellbeing, development, and progress, whether that involves transitioning between rooms or preparing for school.

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Last inspected 3 July 2024

Inspection ID 10354601

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Frequently asked questions

Here are common questions parents ask about Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery.

Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery costs from £76 per day, depending on your child's age and how many days they attend. As a working example for a 9-month-old attending 5 days per week, the estimated cost is £956 per month or £11,473 per year. This is in line with the Test Valley average of £76 per day. Extra charges for meals, consumables, or additional hours can be up to £23, where published. For a more tailored estimate, including any funding you may be eligible for, use the Nuuri childcare cost calculator for Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery.

Indicative monthly nursery costs for each age band and attendance pattern, for an average working parent with standard funding assumptions used on nursery profiles. Figures are illustrative only; confirm with the nursery. Hover a cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader for the same detail in each cell.

As a working example, for a 1 year old attending 3½ days per week, the indicative cost is £500 per month or £6,005 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth in Chilworth, Southampton. Hover a data cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader to hear yearly text in each cell.
Age2 days per week2½ days per week3 days per week3½ days per week4 days per week4½ days per week5 days per week
3-8m£517 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,207.£647 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,759.£803 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,639.£965 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,578.£1,127 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,518.£1,288 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,458.£1,450 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,398.
9-11m£155 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,860.£242 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,901.£371 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,453.£500 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,005.£630 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,556.£782 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,385.£944 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,325.
1y£155 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,860.£242 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,901.£371 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,453.£500 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,005.£630 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,556.£782 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,385.£944 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,325.
2y£155 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,860.£242 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,901.£371 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,453.£500 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,005.£630 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,556.£782 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,385.£944 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,325.
3y£155 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,860.£242 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,901.£371 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,453.£500 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,005.£630 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,556.£782 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,385.£944 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,325.
4y+£155 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,860.£242 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,901.£371 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,453.£500 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,005.£630 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,556.£782 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,385.£944 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,325.

For example, figures are nursery fees before savings from Tax-Free Childcare or similar schemes where eligible. Use the full Nuuri childcare cost calculator to change age, days, and funding.

Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery was last inspected by Ofsted on 3 July 2024 with an overall inspection result of Good.
Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery is registered for up to 64 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery accepts children from 3 months to 60 months.
Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery is open 7:45am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery accepts the 30 hours childcare entitlement for eligible working families. This scheme, which totals 1,140 hours per year, is now available for children from 9 months old up to school age. While all 3-year-olds receive a universal 15 hours, the full 30 hours requires families to meet specific income requirements. You can stretch your 1,140 hours across the full year or use them during term-time. For a custom quote, use Nuuri's Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in England.
You can book a tour to visit Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery using the online booking system.
Three of the closest alternatives to Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery in Southampton and Hampshire are Bright Horizons North Baddesley Day Nursery and Preschool (£78 per day, Good rating, 2.1 km away), Bright Horizons Southampton Nursling Day Nursery and Preschool (£69 per day, Good rating, 4.4 km away), and Bright Horizons Portswood Day Nursery and Preschool (£77 per day, Good rating, 4.7 km away). All three are rated Good by Ofsted. All three accept children aged 3 months to 5 years. You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Southampton page.
On average, nursery costs £76 per day in Test Valley, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery complies with the updated Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements. Before a child is admitted, Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery is required to obtain full information regarding food allergies, intolerances, and special dietary preferences. This data is maintained in Allergy Action Plans and shared with the entire staff team. In line with Department for Education nutrition guidance, Bright Horizons Yellow Dot Chilworth Nursery ensures that staff are trained to recognize symptoms of anaphylaxis and that clear procedures are in place at every meal and snack time to verify that food meets each child's specific requirements.

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