Nurseries in Trinity
Trinity is a highly desirable family area in north Edinburgh, known for its quiet tree-lined streets, spacious homes, coastal walks and excellent access to parks and outdoor spaces. Postcodes such as EH5 and parts of EH6 cover the neighbourhood, stretching from Goldenacre and Wardie to Newhaven and the edges of Victoria Park. With many established families, professionals and commuters living locally, demand for early years childcare remains strong. Trinity benefits from excellent transport links, including frequent Lothian Buses services into the city centre, nearby cycling routes along the North Edinburgh Path Network and quick access to the A90 for those commuting towards Fife or the city bypass. Families enjoy popular areas such as Inverleith Park, Victoria Park and the Forth waterfront paths. Its blend of traditional villas, family houses and well-serviced residential streets makes Trinity an attractive option for parents seeking reliable nursery provision in a calm and well-connected community. EH5 and EH6 help define the central and coastal parts of the area, supporting easy access to nurseries, schools and local amenities.
Parents in Trinity 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
- 1,295 places
Nurseries near you in Trinity
nuuri registered
105 places
Ages 3 months to 5 years
4 / 6 inspection score
1 December 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
In Trinity, 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 Trinity, private day nurseries typically charge between **£70–£95 per day**, with variations depending on opening hours, services and wrap-around options.
All nurseries in Trinity 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
Trinity 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
