Skip to main contentSkip to navigation
Nuuri logo
Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood logo

Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood

60A Stewarton Road, Newton Mearns, Glasgow, G77 6NP

View nurseries in group
Daily rate£45.10 - £76.00 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 08:00 to 18:00
Capacity80 places
128m2 outdoor space
Funded hours supported
Inspection RatingVery Good

Care Inspectorate Scotland · 2024-09-11

Last updated

Nursery photo

4.7

3 reviews

About this Glasgow Nursery

Description

Welcome to Kirktonholme Mearnswood in Newton Mearns.

From the moment you enter our driveway, you will be surrounded by a natural woodland space which leads you to our beautiful building. As you enter our building you will be welcomed by caring and responsive staff as well as happy and busy children.

After a recent renovation, you will find our environments have been tailored to suit our nursery and the needs of our children. Our building is a bright and open space with lots of natural light flowing through the windows. We are also very lucky to have a vast outdoor space where children can explore and discover in their natural surroundings. Every room has direct access into their own garden space which allows free flow play between the indoors and out, as well as this we are surrounded by beautiful woodlands which we have access to from our nursery garden. We are very lucky to have a fantastic woodland space of our own that allows our children to truly explore the nature around them.

We ensure that nurture and attachments are at the heart of our service, staff will spend time getting to know you and your family to allow for a smooth transition from home to nursery. We pride ourselves in the relationships we have with our families and we feel this ensures our children are happy and loved within our care.

Discounts

Full time discount - £100

Video tour

Location

Click to enable interactive map

Last inspected 11 September 2024

Inspection ID CS2004071105

Leadership

Care, play and learning

Setting

Children are supported to achieve

Not assessed

Staff team

Regulator: Care Inspectorate

View report

Categories are graded from one to six. No separate overall score is given.

Frequently asked questions

Here are common questions parents ask about Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery.

Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery costs from £45 per half day session, and from £76 per full day session, 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 £1,417 per month or £17,000 per year. This is in line with the East Renfrewshire average of £75 per day. Note, Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery may charge for additional top ups such as meals, activities. For a more tailored estimate, including any funding you may be eligible for, use the Nuuri childcare cost calculator for Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood 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 £942 per month or £11,300 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood in Glasgow. 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£507 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,080.£633 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,600.£783 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,400.£942 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,300.£1,100 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,200.£1,258 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,100.£1,417 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,000.
9-11m£507 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,080.£633 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,600.£783 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,400.£942 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,300.£1,100 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,200.£1,258 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,100.£1,417 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,000.
1y£507 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,080.£633 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,600.£783 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,400.£942 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,300.£1,100 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,200.£1,258 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,100.£1,417 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,000.
2y£507 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,080.£633 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,600.£783 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,400.£942 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,300.£1,100 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,200.£1,258 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,100.£1,417 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,000.
3y£0 / monthIndicative yearly: £0.£56 / monthIndicative yearly: £669.£182 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,189.£309 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,709.£436 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,229.£562 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,749.£695 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,336.
4y+£0 / monthIndicative yearly: £0.£56 / monthIndicative yearly: £669.£182 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,189.£309 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,709.£436 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,229.£562 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,749.£695 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,336.

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.

Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery was last inspected by Care Inspectorate Scotland on 11 September 2024 with an overall inspection result of Good.
Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery is registered for up to 80 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery is open 8am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery accepts government funded hours, and you can use the 1,140 hours entitlement at this nursery. Eligible families can access the 1,140 hours entitlement, which applies to all 3 to 4-year-olds and eligible 2-year-olds. At Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery, these hours can be used as 30 hours per week during term-time or stretched across the full year. To see how this impacts your monthly fees, use Nuuri's Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in Scotland.
The current minimum number of sessions per week for Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery is 1 session a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery adheres to the statutory ratios set by Care Inspectorate Scotland. These regulations ensure every child receives appropriate supervision based on their age: under 2 years 1:3, 2 to 3 years 1:5, and 3 to 8 years 1:8. In sessional care settings where children attend for fewer than 4 hours daily, a ratio of 1:10 may apply for those aged 3 and over.
You can book a visit to Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery by using the enquiry form.
One of the closest alternatives to Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery in Glasgow is Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank (£67 per day, Adequate rating, 3.9 km away). You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Glasgow page.
On average, nursery costs £75 per day in East Renfrewshire, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery follows the national nutritional standards outlined in the Scottish Government's Setting the Table guidance. This framework ensures that all meals and snacks are nutritionally balanced for children from birth to age 5. To maintain safety, Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood Nursery records all medical and cultural dietary needs upon registration. The nursery adheres to Care Inspectorate Scotland standards by sharing this information with all staff involved in food handling. Mealtimes are managed to prevent cross-contamination, often utilizing visual aids or individual care plans to ensure children with allergies receive safe and appropriate alternatives.

Nearby nurseries in Glasgow