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Morningside Children's Nursery

1A Nile Grove, Edinburgh, EH10 4RE

Daily rate£41.50 - £79.20 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 08:00 to 18:00
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity55 places
599m2 outdoor space
Funded hours supported
Inspection RatingGood

Care Inspectorate Scotland · 2018-06-12

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About this Edinburgh Nursery

Morningside Children's Nursery

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Description

Morningside children’s nursery is an existing childcare provision which was established in 2010 as a worker co-operative. Previously situated in the grounds of the Royal Edinburgh Hospital the nursery has since moved to the existing premises of Nile Grove. The nursery provides day care and learning to children aged 3 months – School entry. It provides a safe and secure environment for its clients. The nursery delivers education in partnership with the City of Edinburgh Early years department. We use a number of documents such as Curriculum for Excellence, Realising the ambition and Pre Birth – three to name a few.

The Ethos of the nursery is to treat every child as individuals regardless of age, race or background circumstances. It is our mission to work in partnership with families where we can work together to provide the best possible outcomes for our children. Where children are given the opportunity to build positive friendships developing solid foundations for future relationships.

We aim to provide a setting where children are respected, valued and where their rights are promoted.

With knowledgeable staff who are committed to continued professional development we will deliver a child led holistic learning environment with high quality play experiences which will equip the children with the necessary skills to journey through life building resilience, independence and creativity

Morningside children’s Nursery is a small business run by an enthusiastic and highly committed staff base with the three directors having 100 years’ experience in this field, and we hope to continuing building the next generations.

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Last inspected 12 June 2018

Inspection ID CS2010274726

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Regulator: Care Inspectorate

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Frequently asked questions

Here are common questions parents ask about Morningside Children's Nursery.

Morningside Children's Nursery costs from £42 per half day session, and from £79 per full day session, depending on your child's age and how many days they attend. As a working example for a 9-month-old attending 5 days per week, the estimated cost is £1,483 per month or £17,800 per year. This is in line with the City of Edinburgh average of £81 per day. Note, Morningside Children's Nursery may charge for additional top ups such as meals, activities. For a more tailored estimate, including any funding you may be eligible for, use the Nuuri childcare cost calculator for Morningside Children's Nursery.
Morningside Children's Nursery was last inspected by Care Inspectorate Scotland on 12 June 2018 with an overall inspection result of Good.
Morningside Children's Nursery is registered for up to 55 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Morningside Children's Nursery accepts children from 3 months to 60 months. Published room age ranges: Baby Room: from 3 months to 22 months. Tweenie Room: from 22 months to 36 months. Nursery Room: from 36 months to 60 months.
Morningside Children's Nursery is open 8am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Morningside Children's Nursery accepts government funded hours, and you can use the 1,140 hours entitlement at this nursery. Eligible families can access the 1,140 hours entitlement, which applies to all 3 to 4-year-olds and eligible 2-year-olds. At Morningside Children's Nursery, these hours can be used as 30 hours per week during term-time or stretched across the full year. To see how this impacts your monthly fees, use Nuuri's Morningside Children's Nursery child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in Scotland.
The current minimum number of sessions per week for Morningside Children's Nursery is 4 sessions a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
Morningside Children's Nursery adheres to the statutory ratios set by Care Inspectorate Scotland. These regulations ensure every child receives appropriate supervision based on their age: under 2 years 1:3, 2 to 3 years 1:5, and 3 to 8 years 1:8. In sessional care settings where children attend for fewer than 4 hours daily, a ratio of 1:10 may apply for those aged 3 and over.
You can book a tour to visit Morningside Children's Nursery using the online booking system.
Three of the closest alternatives to Morningside Children's Nursery in Morningside and Edinburgh are City and Little City Nursery (£89 per day, Adequate rating, 1.4 km away), Cranley Nursery Buckstone (£82 per day, Good rating, 1.9 km away), and Bright Horizons@Gogarburn (£70 per day, Adequate rating, 2.4 km away). You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Morningside page.
On average, nursery costs £81 per day in City of Edinburgh, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Morningside Children's Nursery follows the national nutritional standards outlined in the Scottish Government's Setting the Table guidance. This framework ensures that all meals and snacks are nutritionally balanced for children from birth to age 5. To maintain safety, Morningside Children's Nursery records all medical and cultural dietary needs upon registration. The nursery adheres to Care Inspectorate Scotland standards by sharing this information with all staff involved in food handling. Mealtimes are managed to prevent cross-contamination, often utilizing visual aids or individual care plans to ensure children with allergies receive safe and appropriate alternatives.

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