Nurseries in Partick
Partick is a lively and well-connected neighbourhood popular with families due to its transport links, community feel and proximity to the River Clyde. Postcodes such as G11 cover the area, stretching from Dumbarton Road and Hyndland Street towards Partick Interchange and the riverside. Partick offers quick access to the Subway, trains and buses, making commuting across Glasgow straightforward. Families benefit from nearby parks, waterfront walks, shops and schools, resulting in consistently strong demand for early years childcare. Its mix of traditional tenements, modern flats and convenient amenities makes Partick an appealing choice for parents seeking reliable nursery options in a busy but family-friendly area.
Parents in Partick 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
- 162 places
Nurseries near you in Partick
Frequently Asked Questions
In Partick, 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 Partick, private day nurseries typically charge between **£60–£90 per day**, depending on hours, meals and wrap-around options.
All nurseries in Partick 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
Partick 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
