Nurseries in Craiglockhart
Craiglockhart is a popular residential area in south-west Edinburgh, known for its peaceful suburban feel, attractive housing, strong community links and proximity to green spaces. Postcodes such as EH14 and parts of EH11 cover the area, stretching from Craiglockhart Drive and Ashley Terrace towards Slateford, Redhall and the Union Canal. With many families and professionals living locally, demand for early years childcare is consistently high. Craiglockhart benefits from excellent transport connections, including frequent Lothian Buses services, cycling paths along the canal and quick access to the A70, A71 and the city bypass for wider commuting. Families enjoy the green surroundings of Craiglockhart Hill, local parks, the canal walkway and nearby sporting facilities. Its mix of traditional homes, modern developments and quiet residential streets makes Craiglockhart an appealing choice for parents seeking reliable nursery provision in a well-connected and family-friendly community. EH14 and surrounding postcodes help define the area’s suburban character, supporting convenient access to nurseries, schools and everyday amenities.
Parents in Craiglockhart typically pay £80 per day for childcare, which is slightly 7% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £80
- Comparison
- +7% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 448 places
Nurseries near you in Craiglockhart
Frequently Asked Questions
In Craiglockhart, 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 Craiglockhart, private day nurseries typically charge between **£70–£95 per day**, depending on hours, meals and wrap-around options.
All nurseries in Craiglockhart are regulated by the **Care Inspectorate**, with additional oversight from the **City of Edinburgh 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
Craiglockhart is covered by City of Edinburgh Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the City of Edinburgh Council website
