Day Nursery Owned by Thrive Childcare and Education in East Lothian

joy to see.
The staff are warm, caring, and communicate really well with parents, keeping us updated and making sure we feel involved. It's clear they genuinely care about the children and their development.
I'm really pleased we chose Musselburgh Nature Kindergarten - it's a lovely, supportive environment where children can thrive.

nursery 3 years ago and it is nice to see some of the same staff still there.
The reason I have given a ‘good’ overall rating instead of ‘excellent’ is due to a couple of services I think should be in place. One is dinner being provided. This used to be included however now it is only a late snack. As the day is long, until 6 pm, I feel it is far too late to feed toddlers when they get home. Because of this I and other parents pick up at 5 pm or before so they can get their children home for dinner (you are still paying until 6 pm).
Secondly, it is a shame that the term time option is no longer an option.

approachable, great at communicating how our son’s day was and giving us updates. They are always happy to see him and us. We always feel welcomed when we pick him up and drop him off.

are very pleased with the food options, outdoor space and staff.

his teachers. He is very comfortable and secure at nursery and I couldn’t be happier with how great the staff are with him, and how happy he is in the setting.

and trust the staff that take great care in getting to know them.
My son has made friends I think he will love being friends with for a long time.
I would recommend the nursery to anyone.

she wasn't. We are very upset and disappointed at what we have had to experience, more so for our daughter.

is clean, bright with excellent toys and activities.

struggles to settle and it’s a battle to get her to go.

The staff promised her a reward for being brave at drop off times but then didn’t follow through. The children are very much left to their own devices to play and I very rarely get artwork or painting home. There is also no evidence of any learning. About a year ago they had a very good teacher and the children were learning phonics and Spanish and their learning was evident all over the walls but she left and there hasn’t been any evidence of learning since.

I am very disappointed in the nursery and feel that it is not meeting my needs. Unless drastic changes are made in the management of the nursery I would not recommend it.

kind and fun. Anyone who is feeling a little unsettled leaving their child, they offer the best support and really put you and ease. I would recommend to any parent!

at nursery. The thing I value the most is that the staff (who are great) obviously all know her really well and like her too. My eldest daughter has now started one morning a week and I have really appreciated how much effort they make with her even though she’s there for just a short time.

staff and lack of updates due to iPads not being available to staff members for photos and development updates. Fees have increased for the second year running and I feel little choice in managing this without additional further flexibility in start and finish times. Both my children love the food and the menu seems healthy and varied.
The nursery photo shoots appear to have not taken place for 6 months or more. I would like to see more parent to staff introductions, particularly through transition stages for children between the different age groups and room changes.

in new staff to increase teaching experience. Our daughter enjoys the nursery food, which has recently been improved.

I find the staff and facilities are excellent. The staff are approachable, caring and make it very easy for me to leave my children there for a significant period of time knowing they are in very good hands.

highly enough!!