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78 children

4 / 6 inspection score

19 January 2024

0.5 miles from central Edinburgh

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18 children

4.75 / 6 inspection score

11 August 2023

0.6 miles from central Edinburgh

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110 children

4.5 / 6 inspection score

5 February 2019

0.7 miles from central Edinburgh

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76 children

5 / 6 inspection score

25 February 2019

0.7 miles from central Edinburgh

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64 children

5 / 6 inspection score

23 February 2023

0.8 miles from central Edinburgh

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55 children

5.25 / 6 inspection score

11 July 2018

0.9 miles from central Edinburgh

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120 children

4 / 6 inspection score

11 March 2019

0.9 miles from central Edinburgh

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22 children

5 / 6 inspection score

31 January 2017

0.9 miles from central Edinburgh

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The nursery is in a large detached villa with front and back gardens. We are registered for 25 children. You can reach our nursery by catching buses 11,16, 45 and 23 to Bruntsfield Place. When coming from town Forbes Road is the turning just before the bus stop on the corner with Lloyds chemist.

25 children

5 / 6 inspection score

30 January 2020

1.0 miles from central Edinburgh

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63 children

5 / 6 inspection score

21 March 2019

1.4 miles from central Edinburgh

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65 children

4 / 6 inspection score

9 June 2023

1.4 miles from central Edinburgh

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Morningside children’s nursery is an existing childcare provision which was established in 2010 as a worker co-operative. Previously situated in the grounds of the Royal Edinburgh Hospital the nursery has since moved to the existing premises of Nile Grove. The nursery provides day care and learning to children aged 3 months – School entry. It provides a safe and secure environment for its clients. The nursery delivers education in partnership with the City of Edinburgh Early years department. We use a number of documents such as Curriculum for Excellence, Realising the ambition and Pre Birth – three to name a few. The Ethos of the nursery is to treat every child as individuals regardless of age, race or background circumstances. It is our mission to work in partnership with families where we can work together to provide the best possible outcomes for our children. Where children are given the opportunity to build positive friendships developing solid foundations for future relationships. We aim to provide a setting where children are respected, valued and where their rights are promoted. With knowledgeable staff who are committed to continued professional development we will deliver a child led holistic learning environment with high quality play experiences which will equip the children with the necessary skills to journey through life building resilience, independence and creativity Morningside children’s Nursery is a small business run by an enthusiastic and highly committed staff base with the three directors having 100 years’ experience in this field, and we hope to continuing building the next generations.

Ages 3 months to 5 years

55 children

4 / 6 inspection score

12 June 2018

1.6 miles from central Edinburgh

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At St Margarets we put children at the heart of everything we do. You will find committed staff, creative places to play and a happy, caring environment. Care, play and learning are all vitally important here at St Margarets. We are committed to providing the highest quality of care and education, creating a safe and inspiring environment where children can learn and grow. Opened in January 2012, St Margarets Nursery & Preschool is fully registered; offering full-time and part-time placements for children aged from birth to 5 years. We are in partnership with Edinburgh Council therefore are able to offer grant funded places.

121 children

4 / 6 inspection score

26 July 2024

1.7 miles from central Edinburgh

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55 children

5 / 6 inspection score

3 December 2018

1.8 miles from central Edinburgh

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35 children

4.5 / 6 inspection score

20 January 2025

1.8 miles from central Edinburgh

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Bonnington House Nursery is an independently run nursery situated in Edinburgh. The nursery cares for children aged from three months-old to five years old. Caring, trained staff help children settle into nursery, grow in confidence and have lots of fun. Stimulating activities indoors and outdoors help children boost their social skills and physical development.

Ages 3 months to 5 years

105 children

4 / 6 inspection score

1 December 2022

1.9 miles from central Edinburgh

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72 children

4.75 / 6 inspection score

22 May 2019

2.3 miles from central Edinburgh

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34 children

4.75 / 6 inspection score

7 August 2023

2.3 miles from central Edinburgh

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143 children

4 / 6 inspection score

17 May 2024

2.4 miles from central Edinburgh

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At St Margarets we put children at the heart of everything we do. You will find committed staff, creative places to play and a happy, caring environment. Care, play and learning are all vitally important here at St Margarets. We are committed to providing the highest quality of care and education, creating a safe and inspiring environment where children can learn and grow.

57 children

2.4 miles from central Edinburgh

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36 children

4 / 6 inspection score

15 August 2025

2.6 miles from central Edinburgh

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Our children’s nursery is known for its caring environment that helps children develop emotionally, socially and academically. Our experienced staff make sure that individual attention is paid to every child whilst they participate in various indoor and outdoor experiences.

61 children

5 / 6 inspection score

13 February 2020

3.1 miles from central Edinburgh

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19 children

4.5 / 6 inspection score

25 February 2019

3.2 miles from central Edinburgh

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59 children

4.5 / 6 inspection score

16 July 2019

3.7 miles from central Edinburgh

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Flying Colours Nurseries opened its new state-of-the-art nursery at Cammo Meadows, Edinburgh in May 2024. Situated just off Edinburgh's Maybury Road, our newest setting provides early years care and education for over 100 children in a nurturing and stimulating environment.

Ages 9 months to 5 years

120 children

4.25 / 6 inspection score

28 August 2019

4.3 miles from central Edinburgh

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76 children

4 / 6 inspection score

11 January 2024

5.9 miles from central Edinburgh

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Links Nursery is an independent nursery which has been operating in East Lothian since 1995. We provide quality childcare, and a safe, nurturing learning environment for children aged 0 to 5, in a spacious traditional stone building with three large garden areas in a lovely setting beside Musselburgh racecourse. Our friendly and caring staff team will ensure a warm personal welcome for your child and an individualized nurturing approach tailored to your child's needs. Our aim is to ensure all our children feel valued, safe and cared for to the highest standards.

Ages 1 months to 52 months

97 children

4.25 / 6 inspection score

24 August 2023

6.0 miles from central Edinburgh

90 children

0.4 miles from central Edinburgh

85 children

0.5 miles from central Edinburgh

90 children

0.6 miles from central Edinburgh

30 children

0.6 miles from central Edinburgh

65 children

0.6 miles from central Edinburgh

20 children

0.7 miles from central Edinburgh

55 children

0.7 miles from central Edinburgh

44 children

0.8 miles from central Edinburgh

56 children

0.8 miles from central Edinburgh

56 children

0.9 miles from central Edinburgh

12 children

1.0 miles from central Edinburgh

66 children

1.1 miles from central Edinburgh

88 children

1.2 miles from central Edinburgh

104 children

1.3 miles from central Edinburgh

26 children

1.3 miles from central Edinburgh

59 children

1.4 miles from central Edinburgh

25 children

1.4 miles from central Edinburgh

69 children

1.4 miles from central Edinburgh

80 children

1.5 miles from central Edinburgh

36 children

1.7 miles from central Edinburgh

60 children

1.7 miles from central Edinburgh

108 children

1.8 miles from central Edinburgh

Arcadia @ Kings Buildings is located in the heart of Edinburgh. It is based at the Kings Buildings campus in the south east of the city. The local community offers many opportunities with various parks, Blackford Hill and the local library nearby. Our large, purpose-built setting boasts fantastic facilities both indoors and outdoors. We are lucky to have a extensive outdoor space which allows free-flow access for the children between the playrooms and the garden. The location of our nursery allows for the children to grow in a safe environment whilst integrating in the local community and city-life.

113 children

2.0 miles from central Edinburgh

70 children

2.1 miles from central Edinburgh

71 children

2.1 miles from central Edinburgh

90 children

2.2 miles from central Edinburgh

62 children

2.2 miles from central Edinburgh

66 children

2.2 miles from central Edinburgh

48 children

2.2 miles from central Edinburgh

37 children

2.3 miles from central Edinburgh

Established in 2006 and the only school in Scotland to offer a complete Montessori education for 1-18 years, our Montessori school is in tune with the rhythms of life that unlock intellectual curiosity and boundless imagination. It is a place of place of kindness, diversity and human connection where each student can be their best self.

65 children

2.4 miles from central Edinburgh

30 children

2.7 miles from central Edinburgh

126 children

2.7 miles from central Edinburgh

139 children

3.1 miles from central Edinburgh

15 children

3.2 miles from central Edinburgh

59 children

3.2 miles from central Edinburgh

120 children

3.2 miles from central Edinburgh

50 children

3.2 miles from central Edinburgh

58 children

3.4 miles from central Edinburgh

66 children

3.4 miles from central Edinburgh

22 children

3.4 miles from central Edinburgh

40 children

3.4 miles from central Edinburgh

61 children

3.5 miles from central Edinburgh

70 children

3.5 miles from central Edinburgh

46 children

3.5 miles from central Edinburgh

25 children

3.8 miles from central Edinburgh

48 children

3.8 miles from central Edinburgh

32 children

3.9 miles from central Edinburgh

68 children

3.9 miles from central Edinburgh

69 children

3.9 miles from central Edinburgh

140 children

4.3 miles from central Edinburgh

101 children

4.4 miles from central Edinburgh

40 children

4.4 miles from central Edinburgh

66 children

4.5 miles from central Edinburgh

124 children

4.5 miles from central Edinburgh

56 children

4.8 miles from central Edinburgh

36 children

4.9 miles from central Edinburgh

16 children

5.1 miles from central Edinburgh

50 children

5.2 miles from central Edinburgh

80 children

5.3 miles from central Edinburgh

80 children

5.4 miles from central Edinburgh

79 children

5.4 miles from central Edinburgh

67 children

5.6 miles from central Edinburgh

57 children

5.6 miles from central Edinburgh

78 children

5.6 miles from central Edinburgh

19 children

5.9 miles from central Edinburgh

25 children

6.2 miles from central Edinburgh

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