Business Details
Trusted Childcare in Edinburgh
Established by working parents seeking a nurturing environment for their children, Little Monkeys Nursery Nurseries was created to combine safety, play, and learning in a home-from-home setting. Our approach prioritises individual development through play, supported by experienced staff and a commitment to partnership with families. We operate three Edinburgh-based nurseries, each offering unique historical and natural surroundings to inspire curiosity and growth.With a focus on local knowledge and continuity, our directors have led the business since its inception, ensuring consistent values and high standards. Our services include home-cooked meals, outdoor adventures, and flexible hours tailored to family needs, alongside professional development for staff and transparent communication with parents.
Services
Nursery Care
After-School Club
Holiday Club
Home-Cooked Meals
Outdoor Learning
Highlights and features
- We offer flexible opening hours tailored to family needs
- Our nurseries are owner-run by experienced directors since 2006
- We provide home-cooked meals prepared on-site daily
- Our staff receive ongoing professional development training
- We organise educational adventures to local landmarks and parks
What people say
Staff head and shoulders above others
Lovely secure outdoor spaces
Genuine interest in child development
Amazing historical settings
Flexible opening hours
Services
Nursery Care
Our nursery care caters to children aged 0-5 years in historic Edinburgh settings. Each nursery provides age-appropriate learning through play, qualified staff, and secure outdoor spaces. We follow the Curriculum for Excellence while offering flexible hours and home-cooked meals to support working families.
After-School Club
After-school care for 5-10 year olds includes supervised homework help, creative activities, and outdoor play. We operate during term time with transport options from local schools, providing a safe environment that extends learning beyond the classroom in Edinburgh's historic locations.
Holiday Club
Seasonal holiday clubs offer structured activities and educational trips during school breaks. Our Edinburgh nurseries provide themed programmes with outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, and guest educators, maintaining continuity of care for working parents throughout the year.
Home-Cooked Meals
Each nursery prepares fresh, balanced meals daily using seasonal ingredients. Our chefs create three-week rotating menus meeting dietary requirements, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. We prioritise nutrition to support children's growth and development in line with Scottish dietary guidelines.
Outdoor Learning
Daily outdoor activities utilise Edinburgh's natural spaces for experiential learning. Children explore parks, waterways, and historical sites like Holyrood Park and Union Canal, developing physical skills and environmental awareness through guided nature-based play and discovery.
People
Grace Kerr
Director
Co-founder of Little Monkeys Nursery Nurseries, Grace Kerr has led Edinburgh's award-winning childcare provider since 2006. With extensive early years experience, she focuses on maintaining high educational standards and nurturing staff development across all nursery locations.
Valerie Broomfield
Director
Valerie Broomfield co-founded Little Monkeys Nursery Nurseries and has managed daily operations since opening. She specialises in creating stimulating learning environments that combine Edinburgh's heritage with modern childcare practices, ensuring consistent quality across all three nursery sites.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide nursery care for children aged 0-5 years and after-school/holiday clubs for 5-10 year olds in Edinburgh.
Are meals included in nursery fees?
Yes, all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks) are included, freshly prepared daily by our on-site chefs using seasonal ingredients.
Do you offer flexible hours?
Yes, our Edinburgh nurseries operate from 7am-7pm (Kilmaurs), 7:30am-6:30pm (Cramond), and 8am-6pm (Craiglockhart) to accommodate family needs.
How do you support child development?
We follow the Curriculum for Excellence through play-based learning, with qualified staff creating individualised development plans and regular progress updates for parents.
Are outdoor activities included?
Daily outdoor learning is central to our approach, with structured adventures to Edinburgh's parks, waterways, and historical sites included in nursery programmes.
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