Bright Horizons Annandale Early Learning and Childcare

We have experience of a few nurseries in Edinburgh and I would choose Annandale every single time. The staff are warm and kind, they make the effort to get to know your child and understand theirs likes and dislikes. Throughout the day, the app is updated and we get a photo update of activities almost every day which helps us as parents feel in the know and in touch with what your child is doing at nursery. As well as this at pickup, the staff are able to give you a detailed rundown of how your child's day was. We also get lots of art and crafts home, which is lovely. Management are organised, responsive and listen to feedback or concerns. Not only that but they go out of their way to improve the nursery - recently we saw the introduction of a lending library and lending games. The food menu seems good, varied and healthy and my child eats well there. Most importantly, she seems to be fostering friendships and having fun. Cannot recommend highly enough.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

We previously attended another local nursery and are very glad we made the swap, as it's a wonderful nursery.

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!

My son comes back having learnt something new every day and is excited about going in.

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.

The nursery is bright and inviting and is the perfect place to entrust the care of our child.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.