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Smilechildcare

17 Calder Grove, Edinburgh, EH11 4LZ

Daily rate£40.00 - £78.95 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 08:00 to 18:00
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity47 places
530m2 outdoor space
Funded hours supported
Inspection RatingVery Good

Care Inspectorate Scotland · 2018-11-08

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5.0

9 reviews

About this Edinburgh Nursery

What parents say about Smilechildcare

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Smilechildcare is frequently described by parents as a 'hidden gem' that offers a warm, homely environment. There is a strong consensus regarding the nurturing and approachable staff who foster deep connections with the children, ensuring they feel safe and confident. Parents highly value the nursery’s commitment to natural, plastic-free resources and its well-equipped outdoor spaces that encourage curiosity. The onsite catering is a particular highlight, with parents praising the high-quality, varied, and homemade meals. With regular updates and a welcoming atmosphere for families, the setting provides genuine peace of mind and excellent support for child development.
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Based on reviews in the past three years from Google, third-party review sites, and feedback from parents in the latest inspection results.

Description

Large neutrally decorated playrooms with a home from home feel. Children have direct access to extensive enclosed private gardens. smilechildcare pride ourselves with having a long term, highly qualified & knowledgeable staff team, along with having an In house chef providing homecooked, nutritious, well balanced meals daily.

Full year or term time placements are offered with a minimum of 4 half day sessions either am/pm or 2 full days required weekly.

We are a partner provider nursery offering 1140 funded hours to all terrific 2 year olds and 3 - 5 year olds, which is free at point of entry.

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Last inspected 8 November 2018

Inspection ID CS2003011838

Setting

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Care, play and learning

Regulator: Care Inspectorate

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Categories are graded from one to six. No separate overall score is given.

Local funded hours

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Frequently asked questions

Here are common questions parents ask about Smilechildcare Nursery.

Smilechildcare Nursery costs from £40 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 £1,445 per month or £17,343 per year. This is in line with the City of Edinburgh average of £81 per day. Note, Smilechildcare 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 Smilechildcare 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 £962 per month or £11,540 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Smilechildcare in Edinburgh. 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£516 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,190.£645 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,737.£800 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,606.£962 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,540.£1,123 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,474.£1,284 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,408.£1,445 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,343.
9-11m£516 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,190.£645 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,737.£800 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,606.£962 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,540.£1,123 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,474.£1,284 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,408.£1,445 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,343.
1y£516 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,190.£645 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,737.£800 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,606.£962 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,540.£1,123 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,474.£1,284 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,408.£1,445 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,343.
2y£516 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,190.£645 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,737.£800 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,606.£962 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,540.£1,123 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,474.£1,284 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,408.£1,445 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,343.
3y£0 / monthIndicative yearly: £0.£45 / monthIndicative yearly: £537.£174 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,084.£303 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,632.£432 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,179.£561 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,727.£695 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,342.
4y+£0 / monthIndicative yearly: £0.£45 / monthIndicative yearly: £537.£174 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,084.£303 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,632.£432 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,179.£561 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,727.£695 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,342.

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.

Smilechildcare Nursery was last inspected by Care Inspectorate Scotland on 8 November 2018 with an overall inspection result of Very good.
Smilechildcare Nursery is registered for up to 47 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Smilechildcare Nursery accepts children from 3 months to 60 months. Published room age ranges: Little Learners: from 3 months to 30 months. Nursery Class: from 30 months to 60 months.
Smilechildcare Nursery is open 8am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Smilechildcare 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 Smilechildcare 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 Smilechildcare Nursery child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in Scotland.
The current minimum number of sessions per week for Smilechildcare Nursery is 2 sessions a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
Smilechildcare 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 Smilechildcare Nursery directly or using the enquiry form.
Three of the closest alternatives to Smilechildcare Nursery in Craiglockhart and Edinburgh are Cranley Nursery Lanark Road (£82 per day, Adequate rating, 1.8 km away), Colinton Private Nursery (£86 per day, Good rating, 2.9 km away), and City and Little City Nursery (£89 per day, Adequate rating, 4.5 km away). You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Craiglockhart page.
On average, nursery costs £81 per day in City of Edinburgh, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Smilechildcare 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, Smilechildcare 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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