Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

37 Annandale Street Lane, Edinburgh EH7 4LS
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9.9 57 Reviews
A WELCOMING NURSERY IN THE HEART OF EDINBURGH

You and your child will love this charming nursery in Edinburgh. The beautiful setting is designed to support your child’s development from the age of 2 years to 5 years, and is led by a long-standing team—some of whom have over 15 years of childcare experience. Dedicated to delivering the best possible childcare to local families in the Edinburgh community.

Located just minutes away from Edinburgh city centre, Annandale Early Learning and Childcare is conveniently located near transport links and the local library. There is also on-site car parking and buggy storage available to make pick-up and drop-off as easy for you as possible.

The multicultural and bilingual staff team are passionate about nurturing your child’s love of learning, fun, creativity and exploration. From the nursery's in-house chef who leads regular baking and cooking activities, to a monthly breakfast club for parents to join with their child, the team's focus is on enriching every child’s life with exciting, educational and social experiences.

Every age group has their own room with specialised activities and equipment to support their learning. The Nursery also has a calming sensory room that is available for all age groups to use at various times.

It has a beautiful garden is complete with a range of play equipment and two separate age-specific spaces. Your child will get to further explore their creativity with regular trips to a local allotment. Here they can build their knowledge on growing fruits and vegetables, and draw inspiration from their natural surroundings to create beautiful artwork.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 24

Total Places for Children

  • 59

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Between Christmas & New Year

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  • Dedicated drop - off area

Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare Reviews (57)

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Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.894) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare has 57 reviews.

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Review from Jane S (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have two children at Bright Horizons Annandale and could not be happier with the nursery. Both children just love it there, have fantastic relationships with staff and their friends, learn so much, and have endless fun. The staff are so knowledgeable, caring, enthusiastic and kind. The facilities
are great and wholesome and varied meals are served. I would highly recommend the nursery to anyone looking for a fun, nurturing, stable and educational environment for their child in Edinburgh.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation! We're delighted to hear your children are happy, learning and having fun with our caring team.

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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We've had the best experience with Annandale! The staff are phenomenal! They always let us know how our baby is doing for the day and what he's been up to, and get excited when he learns new things. The facilities are bright and clean, and I love that the kids get to spend so much time outside!
They also provide so many delicious meals to our little one.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so happy your little one is enjoying their time with us, both inside and outside.

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Review from I O (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

They do many and varied activities throughout the week, and post photos and info (quite regularly) to their app about what they do. Excellent communication (once your child gets accepted) and very friendly staff.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you appreciate the variety of activities and our regular updates.

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Review from Emma W (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has attended this nursery since he was around 11 months old and he will be leaving at the end of summer to attend primary school. He has ASN and the staff have really gone above and beyond in his care, especially in the last two years or so as his needs have evolved. They care deeply for the
children and it's clear to see in the day to day. My son loves it there and has always adored his key staff members.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you for sharing your experience. We're honoured to have supported your son's journey and proud of the care and dedication our team has provided. It's wonderful to hear how much he has enjoyed his time with us. We wish him all the best as he moves on to primary school!

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Review from David H (Father of Child) published on 6 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son is just coming to the end of a two-and-a-half-year stay with Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare and I couldn't recommend this nursery highly enough. Fantastic staff in preschool who have shown real connection with our son and other children. Always seems to be lots of imagination
put into activities and regular updates. Great mix of learning and fun for them. We will really miss the place.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We're thrilled to hear that your son has had such a positive experience with our team over the past two and a half years. It's wonderful that the preschool staff have formed strong connections with him and we're glad you've seen the creativity and balance of learning and fun in the activities. We'll certainly miss having your family with us but we're so grateful for the time we've shared.

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Review from H A (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child has attended the baby room for just over six months now, and over that time we have seen his confidence blossom as he builds relationships with staff and other babies/toddlers. The staff, including domestic staff and those outside of his room, know his name, always greet him and appear aware
of what he has been doing and what he enjoys. We consistently receive information on how he has been via the app daily as well as in person upon collection.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. It's fantastic to hear how your child's confidence has grown and that he's building strong relationships with both staff and peers.

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Review from Diana K (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

First and best sign - my child is running to nursery 4 times a week. Nursery has a great bunch of professional, loving, caring teachers. When I ask my child what's your favourite teachers name, he calls at least 5 names. I feel teachers working with children according their age and ability. Great management
I feel every time I come in there is a new corner to play or picture wall with children pictures they made themselves. My child knows numbers and letters, some facts about space, cosmos and animals. I think it's great at this age. Honestly I really think it's a great and safe nursery for my and other children. So friendly and welcoming parents as well. I am already sad my son is leaving nursery and moving to school.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you for your wonderful review. It's fantastic to hear how much your child enjoys nursery and the positive relationships he's built with so many teachers. We're delighted you value the creative learning environment and the progress he's made.

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Review from Chloe S (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son loves to go to nursery at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare. He has been attending since he was 10 months old in the baby room and is now in Tweenies. The nursery has great management, engaged and involved and the staff is kind and caring. They send daily updates with images
on activities that have been carried out, are interested in parents engagement and have a chef on the premises preparing daily meals. We have been having a great experience with this nursery and are glad we chose it for our son.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased to hear your son enjoys his time with us and that you've had such a positive experience. It's great to know you appreciate our caring team, daily updates, and freshly prepared meals.

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Review from A T (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Couldn't be happier with the team here! Made a very nervous mum (and a velcro baby) very happy and at ease. They took such great care of our little girl and helped her settle in so much faster than I thought she would. So pleased we chose them!

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that we were able to put both you and your little one at ease. It's wonderful to know she settled in so quickly, and we're thrilled you chose us to care for her.

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Review from R N (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our 18-month-old talks about all the staff positively and enjoys going to nursery every day he attends. The staff always seem so patient and kind. He likes the food, going outside, singing songs and all the messy play.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Hello, thank you so much for your positive feedback!

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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at this nursery for almost 3 years, it's had its ups and downs but with the new management team and staff, it's like night and day.
They've done an excellent job and couldn't be happier with the communication and cleanliness.
My son comes back having learnt something new every day
and is excited about going in.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you for your five-star review and for sharing your positive feedback with us!

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Review from Chelsea J (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

All-round great nursery, staff are very dedicated to the children and show lots of child-focused practice. Lots of communication and updates from staff and management. Management are always very approachable and friendly. Food is lovely and full of variety. Plenty of opportunities for families to feel
involved in the nursery. Children always come away happy at pick-up time!

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you for your positive feedback and for sharing your experience with us.

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Review from Emma J (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My two children attend Annandale and love it. We have been very impressed by the care they have received. The management and room leads especially are really great, very supportive of the children and their interests and I feel they know the children very well.
We previously attended another local
nursery and are very glad we made the swap, as it's a wonderful nursery.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

We are delighted to receive your positive feedback and we're thrilled to hear your children are thriving at our nursery.

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Review from Paula H (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy currently attends this nursery and he loves it! We previously had him at a different nursery for 18 months, which didn't work for him, but since moving here 18 months ago he has come on leaps and bounds and asks to go every day. All staff are incredible, from the chef, teachers and management,
they all interact with him and he knows them all.

Reply from Amanda Barlow, The Parent Team at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you for your five-star review and positive feedback; we truly appreciate your kind words about the team.

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Review from Mark M (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter loves being part of Annandale Nursery and we are so impressed with the care provided.
The staff are caring and approachable and have built a strong relationship with our daughter from the very beginning.
The nursery is bright and inviting and is the perfect place to entrust the care of
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Reply from Amanda Barlow, Campaigns & Digital Marketing Executive at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

We are delighted to receive your positive feedback, and we're thrilled to hear your daughter is thriving at our nursery.

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Review from Gail R (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our children love Annandale. They have developed good relationships with the staff and their friends. They enjoy playing in the garden, exploring their rooms and always devoursthe food! The staff are lovely - we get good updates from them and appreciate their support in developing our children into
well-rounded little people.

Reply from Amanda, Marketing and Campaigns Executive at Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. It is wonderful to hear that your children are thriving in our nursery.

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Review from Caroline N (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my daughters have attended Bright Horizons Annandale nursery since they were babies. My eldest is now at school and my youngest is in nursery preschool. Having seen both girls move from the baby room to tweenies and then onto preschool, we have been happy with the nursery every step of the way.
When selecting the nursery initially, we viewed four nurseries to get a feel for what we wanted and Annandale won hands down. It is not the nearest one to the house, but it felt like the right fit for us.
Nursery have kept us updated every step of the way in respect of who the children were playing with, developmental milestones and learning activities. The children are often in the garden area, out for walks and regularly visited the library (pre-Covid). We have always found the staff to be very professional and the key workers bond well with the children. We are now confident our daughter is socially, emotionally and academically ready for school. We highly recommend Annandale.

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Review from Simona M (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Annandale for more than 3 years now and it is like a second home for him. He is always excited to tell me about the activities they had during the day, he especially loves the garden and the time they spent outside. The staff are all very lovely and helpful and the children
are definitively well looked after. I couldn't be happier with my choice and would recommend this nursery with no doubt.

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Review from Nefeli (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Overall, we are very pleased with Annandale nursery. The staff are dedicated and caring and they really helped my son to settle in, socialise and learn new skills.

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Review from Roly S (Father of Child) published on 7 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been enrolled at Annandale for the last 8 months. I have nothing but respect and admiration for the work of the staff in the Baby room. Our key contact is diligent and her caring approach to the welfare of our child is incredibly comforting. I couldn't recommend the nursery more highly.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.894)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.894) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.894 for Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare is calculated as follows: ( (161 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 180 Ratings = 4.894

  • b) 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 Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare is based on 15 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 59 number of registered child places is 11.8, which has been reached with 15 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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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Awards / Recognitions (4)

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2019

Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

Date: Tuesday 30 Apr 2019 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2018

Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

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Top 10 Large Nursery Groups 2017

Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

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Meet the Team (2)

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Kate

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Kate has worked for Bright Horizons for over 15 years. She started as a senior room leader within the baby room, advanced to Deputy Manager, and is now the Nursery Manager. As part of this progression, she has completed a degree in Childhood Practice. Kate is very passionate about the early years and the development of children, striving to create a safe, secure, and fun space for all children, families, and staff within the nursery.

Parent partnership is key for the nursery, and Kate works hard to ensure her parents are up to date as well as maintaining community links. She wants all children, families, and staff to feel welcomed and a sense of belonging at Bright Horizons Annandale.

Working closely with her team to enhance environments, spaces, and interactions for the children, she continues to stay updated with new and current practices through home studies and training courses.
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Pippa

Pippa

Job Title: Deputy Manager

I have always been drawn to the early years because I believe wholeheartedly that every child deserves a childhood that is joyful, full of wonder, and rich with opportunities to explore, imagine, and grow. Supporting children during these formative years is not just my job, it’s my passion.

At Annandale, I work hard to create a nurturing, welcoming environment where every child feels safe, valued, and encouraged to be themselves. I also place great importance on building strong, trusting relationships with families. I believe that when children and their families feel uniquely supported, it strengthens the whole community around our setting and helps each child thrive.

I bring over 8 years of experience in leadership roles within nurseries and early years settings, and I hold a degree in Early Childhood from The Open University. I’m currently continuing my professional journey by studying for a master’s degree in the same field.

My goal is to ensure that every child in our care has the chance to flourish and that parents feel confident, reassured, and involved every step of the way.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

What is the Age Range of Children that Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare accepts?

Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare Open?

Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare have capacity for?

Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare has capacity for a total of 59 Children.

How far is Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare to the centre of Edinburgh?

1.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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