Pinocchio's Children's Nursery

Pinocchio's Children's Nursery was last inspected by Care Inspectorate Scotland on 24 July 2025 with an overall inspection result of Weak.

Pinocchio's Children's Nursery is registered for up to 67 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.

Pinocchio's 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.

Book a visit by contacting Pinocchio's Children's Nursery directly or using the enquiry form.

One of the closest alternatives to Pinocchio's Children's Nursery in Edinburgh is Bright Horizons Morton Mains Early Learning and Childcare (£73 per day, Good rating, 5.0 km away). You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Edinburgh page.

On average, nursery costs £80 per day in Midlothian, depending on the provider and age of your child.

Pinocchio's 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, Pinocchio's 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.