Nurseries in Bridgeton
Bridgeton is a historic and community-focused neighbourhood in Glasgow’s East End, known for its traditional tenements, modern regeneration and proximity to Glasgow Green. Postcodes such as G40 cover the area, stretching from London Road and the Olympia building towards Dalmarnock and Calton. Families benefit from good transport links, including rail services at Bridgeton station, frequent buses and walking access to the city centre and parkland. With more families returning to the area and ongoing development, demand for childcare continues to grow. Bridgeton offers green spaces, community centres and easy access to the River Clyde. Its blend of older and newer housing makes it a practical choice for parents seeking well-priced, reliable childcare in a connected urban neighbourhood.
Parents in Bridgeton typically pay £75 per day for childcare, which is lower than the UK average of £75 per day.
- Average Daily Cost
- £75
- Comparison
- Same as UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 98 places
Nurseries near you in Bridgeton
Frequently Asked Questions
In Bridgeton, children may start private nursery care from around 3 months old depending on the setting; funded early learning and childcare begins **the term after a child’s 3rd birthday** under Scotland’s national entitlement.
Children aged 3 and 4 (and eligible 2-year-olds) receive up to 1,140 hours of funded early learning and childcare each year, delivered across partner nurseries and council settings.
For children under 3, families pay privately for childcare. In Bridgeton, private day nurseries typically charge between **£55–£80 per day**, depending on hours, meals and wrap-around options.
All nurseries in Bridgeton are regulated by the **Care Inspectorate**, with additional oversight from **Glasgow City Council** for funded placements.
Ask about staff-child ratios, qualifications, daily routines, how transitions are managed, how funded hours are applied, additional fees, communication methods, and whether the nursery accepts salary sacrifice childcare fee schemes.
Applying for funding
Bridgeton is covered by Glasgow City Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Glasgow City Council website
