Nurseries in Cramond
Cramond is a scenic and highly desirable coastal neighbourhood in north-west Edinburgh, known for its peaceful village atmosphere, waterfront walks and strong family appeal. Postcodes such as EH4 cover the wider area, stretching from Cramond Village and the River Almond towards Barnton, Silverknowes and Cammo. With many established families and professionals living locally, demand for early years childcare is consistently high. Cramond benefits from excellent transport links, including frequent Lothian Buses services, safe cycling routes, and quick access to Queensferry Road, the A90 and the city bypass for wider commuting. Families enjoy outdoor spaces such as Cramond Beach, the Promenade, Cammo Estate and the River Almond walkway, making it particularly popular for active, outdoor-oriented parents. Its mix of traditional cottages, modern family homes and quiet residential streets makes Cramond an attractive choice for parents seeking reliable nursery provision within a serene, green and well-connected community. EH4 helps define the coastal and village-centred zones, supporting easy access to nurseries, schools and everyday amenities.
Parents in Cramond typically pay £80 per day for childcare, which is slightly 6% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £80
- Comparison
- +6% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 2,097 places
Nurseries near you in Cramond
nuuri registered
12 places
Ages 4 months to 5 years
4.25 / 6 inspection score
8 January 2025
nuuri registered
120 places
Ages 9 months to 5 years
4.25 / 6 inspection score
28 August 2019
Frequently Asked Questions
In Cramond, 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 Cramond, private day nurseries typically charge between **£70–£95 per day**, depending on hours, meals and wrap-around services.
All nurseries in Cramond 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
Cramond 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
