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Red Fox Nursery

11-19 Stoneybank Terrace, Musselburgh, EH21 6LY

Daily rate£70.00 - £72.00 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 07:30 to 18:00
Ages from 6 months to 5 years
Capacity80 places
233m2 outdoor space
Funded hours supported

Last updated

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5.0

4 reviews

About this Musselburgh Nursery

Description

At Red Fox Nursery, our core philosophy is built on the belief that a child’s natural curiosity is the greatest catalyst for learning.

We embrace a holistic, child-centred approach that sees play not just as a pastime, but as a powerful tool for development.

Our aim is to create a nurturing, inspiring, and calming environment that fosters a love for learning, a sense of belonging, and a strong foundation for future success.

We believe a calm and natural setting helps children feel safe and inspired. Our nursery features neutral colours, natural materials, and plants, creating a serene atmosphere that teaches children about caring for living things and connects them to the natural world.

This deliberate design choice promotes a sense of peace and wonder, encouraging children to explore their surroundings with a clear mind.

Play is at the centre of everything we do. Our curriculum is designed to be fun and engaging, using play to introduce key concepts in a way that resonates with children.

Discounts

We do not offer half-day sessions.

Location

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This nursery is fully registered (ID: CS2025000258), however no inspection data is available.

This is probably because no inspection has taken place yet.

Frequently asked questions

Here are common questions parents ask about Red Fox Nursery.

Red Fox Nursery costs from £70 per half day session, and from £72 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 £1,333 per month or £16,000 per year. This is lower than the East Lothian average of £80 per day. Note, Red Fox 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 Red Fox Nursery.

Indicative monthly nursery costs for each age band and attendance pattern, for an average working parent with standard funding assumptions used on nursery profiles. Figures are illustrative only; confirm with the nursery. Hover a cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader for the same detail in each cell.

As a working example, for a 1 year old attending 3½ days per week, the indicative cost is £883 per month or £10,600 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Red Fox Nursery in Musselburgh. Hover a data cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader to hear yearly text in each cell.
Age2 days per week2½ days per week3 days per week3½ days per week4 days per week4½ days per week5 days per week
3-8m£480 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,760.£600 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,200.£733 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,800.£883 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,600.£1,033 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,400.£1,183 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,200.£1,333 / monthIndicative yearly: £16,000.
9-11m£480 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,760.£600 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,200.£733 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,800.£883 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,600.£1,033 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,400.£1,183 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,200.£1,333 / monthIndicative yearly: £16,000.
1y£480 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,760.£600 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,200.£733 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,800.£883 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,600.£1,033 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,400.£1,183 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,200.£1,333 / monthIndicative yearly: £16,000.
2y£480 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,760.£600 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,200.£733 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,800.£883 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,600.£1,033 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,400.£1,183 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,200.£1,333 / monthIndicative yearly: £16,000.
3y£0 / monthIndicative yearly: £0.£53 / monthIndicative yearly: £634.£173 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,074.£293 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,514.£413 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,954.£533 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,394.£653 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,834.
4y+£0 / monthIndicative yearly: £0.£53 / monthIndicative yearly: £634.£173 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,074.£293 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,514.£413 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,954.£533 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,394.£653 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,834.

For example, figures are nursery fees before savings from Tax-Free Childcare or similar schemes where eligible. Use the full Nuuri childcare cost calculator to change age, days, and funding.

Red Fox Nursery is registered for up to 80 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Red Fox Nursery accepts children from 6 months to 60 months. Published room age ranges: Hedgehogs: from 6 months to 24 months. Owls: from 24 months to 36 months. Badgers: from 36 months to 60 months.
Red Fox Nursery is open 7:30am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Red Fox 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 Red Fox 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 Red Fox Nursery child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in Scotland.
The current minimum number of sessions per week for Red Fox Nursery is 2 sessions a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
Red Fox 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 Red Fox Nursery using the online booking system.
One of the closest alternatives to Red Fox Nursery in Edinburgh is Links Nursery Musselburgh (£86 per day, Good rating, 1.6 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 East Lothian, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Red Fox 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, Red Fox 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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