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Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank

Crosslees Drive, Thornliebank, Glasgow, G46 7DY

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Daily rate£37.50 - £66.83 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 08:00 to 18:00
Capacity44 places
505m2 outdoor space
Funded hours supported
Inspection RatingGood

Care Inspectorate Scotland · 2025-02-25

Last updated

About this Glasgow Nursery

Description

We have recently acquired Orchard Park Thornliebank

Orchard Park Nursery (now Kirktonholme Childcare – Thornliebank), nestled in a historic church in Thornliebank, Glasgow, and now part of Kirktonholme Childcare, offers a nurturing environment for children. Emphasizing eco-consciousness, the nursery features child-designed gardens and a Woodland Nature Trail for exploration. Catering to children all year round, it provides flexible full and half-day sessions. With its dedication to creating a secure and stimulating setting, Orchard Park Nursery is a place where children can grow, learn, and discover the natural world.

Discounts

Full time discount - £100

Location

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Last inspected 25 February 2025

Inspection ID CS2007142910

Care, play and learning

Leadership

Children are supported to achieve

Not assessed

Setting

Staff team

Regulator: Care Inspectorate

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

Local funded hours

Learn more about how Funded Hours work in our Advice section.

Frequently asked questions

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

Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank Nursery costs from £38 per half day session, and from £67 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 £1,226 per month or £14,708 per year. This is lower than the East Renfrewshire average of £75 per day. Note, Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank 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 @ Thornliebank 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 £808 per month or £9,695 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank 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£446 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,346.£557 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,683.£669 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,025.£808 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,695.£947 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,366.£1,086 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,037.£1,226 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,708.
9-11m£446 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,346.£557 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,683.£669 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,025.£808 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,695.£947 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,366.£1,086 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,037.£1,226 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,708.
1y£446 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,346.£557 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,683.£669 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,025.£808 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,695.£947 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,366.£1,086 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,037.£1,226 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,708.
2y£446 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,346.£557 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,683.£669 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,025.£808 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,695.£947 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,366.£1,086 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,037.£1,226 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,708.
3y£0 / monthIndicative yearly: £0.£49 / monthIndicative yearly: £588.£160 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,925.£272 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,261.£383 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,598.£495 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,935.£606 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,271.
4y+£0 / monthIndicative yearly: £0.£49 / monthIndicative yearly: £588.£160 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,925.£272 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,261.£383 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,598.£495 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,935.£606 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,271.

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 @ Thornliebank Nursery was last inspected by Care Inspectorate Scotland on 25 February 2025 with an overall inspection result of Adequate.
Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank Nursery is registered for up to 44 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank Nursery is open 8am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank 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 @ Thornliebank 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 @ Thornliebank 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 @ Thornliebank Nursery is 1 session a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank 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 @ Thornliebank Nursery by using the enquiry form.
Two of the closest alternatives to Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank Nursery in Giffnock and Glasgow are Kirktonholme @ Mearnswood (£76 per day, Good rating, 3.9 km away) and Cherry Tree Nursery (£61 per day, Good rating, 4.3 km away). Both are rated Good by Care Inspectorate Scotland. You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Giffnock page.
On average, nursery costs £75 per day in East Renfrewshire, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank 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 @ Thornliebank 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.

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