From September 2014, 5 DWP on-site Bright Horizons nurseries will be closed for good. The closures will leave countless families scrambling for alternative nursery place in a very slim timeframe. The nursery staff have been made redundant. Last but not least, scores of babies,toddlers and pre school children will have their early year's education disrupted as well as being parted from their friends and carers.
The decision is a puzzling one. The quality off Bright Horizon's care is not in question. Discussions have taken place between Bright Horizons and their commercial team unfortunately it has not been possible to agree sustainable terms for the future of a privately run nursery on the sites. The nurseries remain as popular as ever.
So please sign our petition and fight for Beakys nursery to remain open!
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May 9, 2014
I have spent my mornings watching the children play at Beakys while knowing these doors might soon lock for good. The uncertainty is taking a heavy toll on our staff and families who are desperately trying to find a future for these little ones. I am currently reaching out to every contact I can find to demand better answers for why this popular nursery is being abandoned.
May 9, 2014
Seeing this kind of momentum brings me back to the faces of the children who will lose their second home if we fail. These signatures carry the weight of every family facing this uncertainty and I am overwhelmed by the strength you have all brought to this fight.
Reached 100 supporters
May 9, 2014
52 Comments
Both of my children have been given a fantastic start in their education by being at Beakys. As an "Outstanding" nursery I am both shocked and appalled that the powers that be have made the decision to close this great nursery without even a consultation with parents. This is surely a decision based on saving money and not encouraging the working family.
Shocked, surprised and quite disgusted that such a quality establishment that does such fine work would be closing. The excellent standards, professionalism and very fine work ethics displayed by all staff at all times to all children and parents would be a massive loss if not prevented.
My daughter went to beakys 7 years ago and loved beakys and all the staff. This week I was hoping to contact them to add my newborn sons name to the waiting list until I heard this news. Really sad, hope something changes soon and we'll get to give him the same experience too.
This is a vital resource needed by some of the lowest paid workers in the Civil Service who have already had to suffer several years of below inflation pay increases and are now being told they must find expensive alternatives to their much needed childcare.
Was hoping to put my little boy in this nursery next year when I returned to work. was very reassuring knowing he was very close by especially if I was needed at any point could be there in a matter of minutes.. Please support this nursery to stay open.
It's a real shame that this has happened. It doesn't affect me, but I work with & know lots of people who are affected
You're all amazing, sad that this should happen. i'm happy to help in any way.
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From September 2014, 5 DWP on-site Bright Horizons nurseries will be closed for good. The closures will leave countless families scrambling for alternative nursery place in a very slim timeframe. The nursery staff have been made redundant. Last but not least, scores of babies,toddlers and pre school children will have their early year's education disrupted as well as being parted from their friends and carers.
The decision is a puzzling one. The quality off Bright Horizon's care is not in question. Discussions have taken place between Bright Horizons and their commercial team unfortunately it has not been possible to agree sustainable terms for the future of a privately run nursery on the sites. The nurseries remain as popular as ever.
So please sign our petition and fight for Beakys nursery to remain open!
Updates
May 9, 2014
I have spent my mornings watching the children play at Beakys while knowing these doors might soon lock for good. The uncertainty is taking a heavy toll on our staff and families who are desperately trying to find a future for these little ones. I am currently reaching out to every contact I can find to demand better answers for why this popular nursery is being abandoned.
May 9, 2014
Seeing this kind of momentum brings me back to the faces of the children who will lose their second home if we fail. These signatures carry the weight of every family facing this uncertainty and I am overwhelmed by the strength you have all brought to this fight.
Reached 100 supporters
May 9, 2014
52 Comments
My granddaughter attends beakys and is learning so much academically and socially. It has been a joy to watch her grow and enjoy being at nursery. The staff are wonderful and an extension of her " family". It is a shame and utter waste to lose such a successful resource
Both of my children have been given a fantastic start in their education by being at Beakys. As an "Outstanding" nursery I am both shocked and appalled that the powers that be have made the decision to close this great nursery without even a consultation with parents. This is surely a decision based on saving money and not encouraging the working family.
Shocked, surprised and quite disgusted that such a quality establishment that does such fine work would be closing. The excellent standards, professionalism and very fine work ethics displayed by all staff at all times to all children and parents would be a massive loss if not prevented.
My daughter went to beakys 7 years ago and loved beakys and all the staff. This week I was hoping to contact them to add my newborn sons name to the waiting list until I heard this news. Really sad, hope something changes soon and we'll get to give him the same experience too.
This is a vital resource needed by some of the lowest paid workers in the Civil Service who have already had to suffer several years of below inflation pay increases and are now being told they must find expensive alternatives to their much needed childcare.
Was hoping to put my little boy in this nursery next year when I returned to work. was very reassuring knowing he was very close by especially if I was needed at any point could be there in a matter of minutes.. Please support this nursery to stay open.
It's a real shame that this has happened. It doesn't affect me, but I work with & know lots of people who are affected
You're all amazing, sad that this should happen. i'm happy to help in any way.
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My granddaughter attends beakys and is learning so much academically and socially. It has been a joy to watch her grow and enjoy being at nursery. The staff are wonderful and an extension of her " family". It is a shame and utter waste to lose such a successful resource