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Cherry Tree Nursery

2 Lainshaw Drive, Glasgow, G45 9QP

Daily rate£34.00 - £61.00 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 08:00 to 18:00
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity76 places
475m2 outdoor space
Funded hours supported
Inspection RatingGood

Care Inspectorate Scotland · 2026-01-15

Last updated

About this Glasgow Nursery

Cherry Tree Nursery

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Description

Cherry Tree has been at the heart of the community for over twenty years. We are dedicated to the families of Glasgow, by providing quality childcare for all. Your child will receive excellent childcare from our caring and passionate staff team. We will fill the days with fun and inspiring learning.

Cherry Tree Nursery is welcoming, safe, stimulating, inclusive and has a very homely environment, all allowing children to reach their full potential.

At Cherry Tree we know how important it is to give your child the “Best possible start in life”

Location

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Last inspected 15 January 2026

Inspection ID CS2023000093

Children play and learn

Leadership

Children thrive and develop in quality spaces

Children are supported to achieve

Regulator: Care Inspectorate

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

Local funded hours

Learn more about how Funded Hours work in our Advice section.

Frequently asked questions

Here are common questions parents ask about Cherry Tree Nursery.

Cherry Tree Nursery costs from £34 per half day session, and from £61 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 £1,104 per month or £13,250 per year. This is lower than the Glasgow City average of £75 per day. Note, Cherry Tree 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 Cherry Tree Nursery.
Cherry Tree Nursery was last inspected by Care Inspectorate Scotland on 15 January 2026 with an overall inspection result of Good.
Cherry Tree Nursery is registered for up to 76 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Cherry Tree Nursery accepts children from 3 months to 60 months. Published room age ranges: Baby Room: from 3 months to 12 months. Toddler Room: from 12 months to 36 months. Preschool Room: from 36 months to 60 months.
Cherry Tree Nursery is open 8am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Cherry Tree 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 Cherry Tree 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 Cherry Tree Nursery child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in Scotland.
Cherry Tree 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 Cherry Tree Nursery directly or using the enquiry form.
Two of the closest alternatives to Cherry Tree Nursery in Glasgow are Kirktonholme @ Thornliebank (£67 per day, Adequate rating, 4.3 km away) and Kirktonholme @ East Kilbride (£71 per day, Very good rating, 4.7 km away). You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Glasgow page.
On average, nursery costs £75 per day in Glasgow City, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Cherry Tree 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, Cherry Tree 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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