Wee Gems - Livingston

2 Carmondean Centre Road South, Carmondean, Livingston EH54 8PT
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9.8 63 Reviews
  • Wee Gems - Livingston, Livingston
Livingston Nursery has been recently renovated with modern features fitted to improve services for children attending the nursery.   Children between the age of 0 and 5 are cared for at Livingston Nursery, which is part of the Wee Gems nursery group.

The nursery has an in house chef and kitchen where healthy meals are prepared and served to children every day. There is a four-week menu to ensure children receive a varied diet, with special considerations made for children with extra dietary needs.

Wee Gems Livingston boasts from exceptional natural gardens as well as access to woodland directly from the nursery grounds via a secure gate (fully supervised).

Wee Gems nurseries have a free flow policy allowing children to access the outdoor facility as long as the children wish, all supported by the professional team who support the children's learning needs.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jolene Blair (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 27

Total Places for Children

  • 89

Age Range

  • from 0 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:15
    Tuesday 07:00-18:15
    Wednesday 07:00-18:15
    Thursday 07:00-18:15
    Friday 07:00-18:15

When Closed

  • Christmas & New Year

Parking

  • They have private parking.

Wee Gems - Livingston Reviews (63)

9.8

Wee Gems - Livingston has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.808) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Wee Gems - Livingston has 63 reviews.

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Review from Grace (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at Wee Gems at 6 months and was initially in full time due to our childminder being unavailable over summer. I was worried about putting him in so young and for 5 days a week but any concerns I had were out of the window within days! My son absolutely loves going to nursery, he giggles
as we walk up the path and he is so happy to see the staff each morning. When I pick him up he is always happy and contended. The staff at Wee Gems are absolutely fantastic - caring, informative and clearly passionate about children. They have been really accomodating when we asked to change his attendance days and we are always kept up to date with our son's daily activities via the parent website. The staff go above and beyond to help - I would thoroughly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Molly M (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot rate this nursery highly enough! My son has been going since he was nine months old and it was the best decision we made. He was going one day a week then he loved it that much we have put it up to three. He does so much when he is at nursery and always runs in and can’t wait to go in. I love
the great observations we receive to let us know how he is getting on. He has the best time and the staff are the nicest people.
My son has been in the baby room and the 1-2 room and will be going up to the 2-3 room which I was very nervous about but the staff have been taking him up throughout his days in nursery to help him adjust which he has loved anyway. I cannot thank the nursery enough. I feel that my son is in a happy and safe place.
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Review from Sandra F (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been going to Wee Gems since she was 11 months old. The hours are perfect for accommodating full time working parents. The nursery is located within walking distance to the train station making it very handy for dropping off and picking up if travelling into Edinburgh/Glasgow for work.
Staff have always been very approachable and helpful. Most importantly our daughter enjoys going to Wee Gems.
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Review from Kelly J (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been attending Wee Gems since he was 11 months old and he loves it. The staff are fantastic with him; he’s a stubborn and demanding little lad who requires lots of cuddles and everyone is always patient with him. I’m also grateful for all the teaching and encouragement they give him,
as a working mum it is a relief to know that he is being so well looked after. The food is always healthy and great tasting (he usually has extra!), the nursery is very clean and the facilities are excellent. I’m so glad we chose Wee Gems and would definitely recommend it.
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Review from Shireen J (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending since she was 7 months old and loves it. The staff really take the time to get to know the children as individuals and the opening/closing times are great for working parents.
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Review from Rosalyn C (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Wee Gems since she was 11 months old and has settled in really well which is due to the lovely staff who welcome her with a big smile every day and she has lots of fun there. They do so many varied activities every day, her development has come on leaps and bounds. It
can be daunting leaving your child in another’s care but I feel comfortable doing so knowing that Wee Gems take such good care of my little girl. I also appreciate the flexibility the nursery offers as they are happy to accommodate changes in line with my husband’s shift pattern. I would highly recommend.
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Review from A D (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. My little girl loves going and the staff are great. They are good at keeping parents up to date with everything. Would definitely recommend!
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Review from Amanda M (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery. My son has been going since he was 11 months old and has been in every room so far (babies, 1/2, 2/3). The staff are so friendly and helpful, and the manager is always available if we have any questions. I am quite anxious leaving my son but they always reassure me and he loves it there.
They are so encouraging and the children always seem happy. They make leaving him in a nursery easier for me. Update the app with his daily activities and developments/photos so I don't feel like I am missing out on his day.
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Review from Kate S (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery due to the brilliant care from the nursery staff.


Our child absolutely loves the nursery and, as a teacher, am more than happy sending him in for the day. Great activities and learning opportunities and again, such personal care given by the staff throughout the nursery.


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forward to my youngest starting the baby room soon.
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Review from Nicola D (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn’t recommend Wee Gems Livingston enough. The staff are amazing With my children and us as parents. My children are happy to go to the staff and they are comfortable at the nursery. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful to us as parents with feedback and updates on the kids day. The kids
are also coming home with hand made cards and gifts that they make which I love. The kind of keepsakes you want to keep and display. I know the staff have the children’s best interests at heart and it’s evident in the relationships my children have with the staff, the food and nutrition they get and the different activities and experiences they have. I highly recommend Wee Gems Livingston.
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Review from Lucia (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attends this nursery for one morning session a week and she has a fantastic relationship with all of the staff. They make so much effort with my little girl even though she's only in for a short period. I would totally recommend this nursery to anyone who is looking for full or part time
childcare.
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Review from Kirsteen W (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son loves Wee Gems and goes in happily every day he is there which is the sign of a happy nursery. The staff are excellent and very caring with lots of activities every day outside and inside. The nursery make good use of their garden and the surrounding library and shops. The manager is very approachable.
The food is cooked in the nursery and is excellent. Great range of activities every day!
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Review from Lynn L (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Wee Gems Livingston since he was 6months old. He is now in the 1-2s room and he runs in every morning without even a second glance at me never mind a goodbye! He loves the wide range of activities they get up to each day and he has become close with the staff. The staff are
all lovely and will keep you updated on your child’s day and development. My sons developing quickly and it’s down to him attending Wee Gems!
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Review from Nicola B (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves his time at Wee Gems! The staff have made it so easy for him to settle in and enjoy every day he is there.
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Review from Gillian M (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Wee Gems - Livingston, since June 2017 and since then his development has skyrocketed. The staff are amazing and attentive and each one always receives a huge smile from him on arrival. He is content there and never cries when I go to leave which as a mother proves to me how safe
he feels and how much fun he has there. Every member of staff is kind friendly and approachable Never had any issues and would recommend to anyone seeking childcare!
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Review from Allie P (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Wee Gems - Livingston are brilliant. Always friendly and welcoming, they take a genuine interest in the children in their care and will go above and beyond to make sure the children feel at home. Our daughter has formed some lovely bonds with her key worker and many other members of staff.
There's always a great range of activities each day tailored to the age of the child and their interests and abilities. It's lovely hearing what our daughter's been up to when I collect her. Our daughter loves Wee Gems, she settled in so quickly and I know that's down to the fantastic staff and happy environment she's in. Keep up the great work Wee Gems.
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Review from Fiona G (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friendly staff, bright and colourful rooms, my son is always out on walks and out in the garden.
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Review from Terri J (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended this nursery for nearly two years and has come on so much in this time. His confidence has grown and his independence, which will benefit him when he is ready for school. He always talks about nursery with enthusiasm and I enjoy looking at his observations to keep up to date with
is learning. The staff are all very caring and I know my son feels very comfortable in their care. I think the standard of learning is excellent as my son has developed so much during his time here and the staff always give detailed feedback on what he has been doing that day. Lovely nursery.
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Review from Patricia A (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending the nursery since he was 18 months old. Most days he is happy to go and see all the staff and his friends with the occasional day he is unsettled. I have to say all the staff are very good at reassuring my son and comforting him. Allowing me to head off to work knowing that
he is happy and being cared for in the highest standard.
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Review from Lou C (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attended Wee Gems Livingston from 15 mths to age 5, and absolutely loved it. She was devastated to leave and start school. She was, from an early age, a fantastic reader, and the girls in pre school really encouraged her, and allowed her to read stories to the other kids. I never had a single
issue with her during the whole time she was in the care of the nursery.
My 2.5 yr old son now attends the nursery too, and has done since he was 13 mths old. He can be quite clingy at drop off time, but the girls always take time to reassure him, and make sure he settles well.


All of the staff are totally approachable, and I consider them as friends, who I trust implicitly.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.808)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.808) out of 10 for Wee Gems - Livingston is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.808 for Wee Gems - Livingston is calculated as follows: ( (240 Excellents x 5) + (37 Goods x 4) + (9 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 286 Ratings = 4.808
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Wee Gems - Livingston is based on 24 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 89 number of registered child places is 17.8, which has been reached with 24 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Jolene Blair

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2023

My name is Jolene and I have 19 + years of experience in the early years sector. Over the years I have worked across several settings in different roles while completing a degree in childhood practice. I have been in management roles for over 8 years Working closely with staff, management, and parents as well as local authorities and care inspectorate to drive improvements within the settings to create strong, passionate teams and ensure we are providing the highest standard of care and learning for our children and families.

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