Nurseries in Scotstoun
Scotstoun is a well-established residential area in the west of Glasgow, known for its riverside setting, sporting facilities and strong community atmosphere. Postcodes such as G14 cover the area, stretching from Dumbarton Road towards Scotstounhill, Victoria Park and the Clyde waterfront. With a growing mix of families and professionals, childcare demand is consistently high. Scotstoun benefits from rail services at Scotstounhill, frequent buses and quick road access to the Clyde Tunnel, Clydeside Expressway and M8. Families enjoy Scotstoun Stadium, Victoria Park, local playgrounds and cycle routes along the river. Its mix of traditional red sandstone tenements, family homes and new developments makes Scotstoun an appealing neighbourhood for parents seeking reliable childcare within a well-connected and active community.
Parents in Scotstoun 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
- 176 places
Nurseries near you in Scotstoun
Frequently Asked Questions
In Scotstoun, 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 Scotstoun, private day nurseries typically charge between **£60–£90 per day**, depending on hours, meals and wrap-around options.
All nurseries in Scotstoun 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
Scotstoun 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
