The Orchard Nursery

The Orchard Nursery was last inspected by Care Inspectorate Scotland on 21 March 2019 with an overall inspection score of 5/6.

The Orchard Nursery is registered for up to 63 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.

The Orchard 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 visit to The Orchard Nursery by using the enquiry form.

One of the closest alternatives to The Orchard Nursery in Stockbridge and Edinburgh is Raising Little Ones (£55 per day, 4/6 inspection score, 1.1 km away). You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Stockbridge page.

On average, nursery costs £81 per day in City of Edinburgh, depending on the provider and age of your child.

The Orchard 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, The Orchard 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.