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Staff have a great relationship with my child and he is happy to see them when I drop him offF E(Mother of Child)

We are very happy with our choice of nurseryDee S(Mother of Child)

The staff at the nursery are great, they are supportive encouraging and have your child's well-beingJennifer T(Mother of Child)

Staff have a great relationship with my child and he is happy to see them when I drop him offF E(Mother of Child)

We are very happy with our choice of nurseryDee S(Mother of Child)

The staff at the nursery are great, they are supportive encouraging and have your child's well-beingJennifer T(Mother of Child)

AN INVITING AND INSPIRING NURSERY IN ABBEYHILL
The Elsie Inglis nursery in Abbeyhill offers a warm and welcoming environment, designed to support your child’s development from the age of 3 months to 5 years.
The friendly, experienced and highly qualified staff support your child’s transition from home to nursery, and the team pride there selves on providing a safe, exciting and enjoyable nursery where children can thrive.
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Funding & Fees
Contact Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare to get a personalised quote:
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd
- Private Owned
Number of Childcare Staff
- 25
Total Places for Children
- 65
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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
- Bank Holidays & Christmas
Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare Reviews (75)
Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.786) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare has 75 reviews.
We've also been really impressed with how well the nursery embraces diversity and inclusion. As a family from a different cultural background, we've always felt welcomed and respected. The teachers make a real effort to include and celebrate different cultures, which helps every child feel valued and at home.
Another thing that stands out is their commitment to continuous improvement. The nursery is always evolving and looking for ways to enhance the learning experience, and it shows in the engaging activities and positive atmosphere.
Overall, it's a warm, caring, and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're pleased you value our caring team, daily updates and photo sharing. We appreciate your comments and will take them on board as we strive to provide the best experience for every child.
The staff at Elsies are hardworking, dedicated and professional. They have taken such good care of our son & he is really settled. Thank you.
Thank you for your review. The team will be delighted to know their care has made a difference.
All the staff members were friendly and caring. We were just temporary for 2.5 months and my son had a great time here. Communicate was good so we felt confident leaving our child with them. We had a great experience and will highly recommend this nursery.
Thank you for your kind review. We're so glad your son enjoyed his time with us and that you felt confident and supported. Thank you for your recommendation.
Wonderful place for kinds, lovely staff and care. A lot of beautiful experience.
Thank you for your kind words. We're so pleased to hear you've had such a positive experience and that you're happy with the care and support from our lovely team.
Watching Skye doing her all about me book, picking her folder and her teacher was great at explaining about what Skye was doing in nursery was a great experience for myself and Skye's grandmother. Keep up the great work.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased you and Skye's grandmother enjoyed seeing her "All About Me" book and learning more about her experiences in nursery.
I cant thank Elsie's staff and management enough for their continuous support and commitment. Highly Recommend.
Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted your child has thrived at Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis and enjoyed our unique experiences.
She really enjoyed all the educational activities. We could see this contributing towards her development in preparation for school. The nursery spent a great deal of time and care communicating what she was learning with written reports and pictures.
Ultimately she was very excited to go in every week and we knew she was being well cared for. Definitely recommend Elsie Inglis as a great nursery.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased your daughter thrived at Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis and enjoyed her time with our fantastic, caring preschool team! Thank you for your recommendation.
Teachers are very welcoming, food is nourishing and always plans lots of activities. Love the nursery.
Thank you for your kind words. We're so pleased your child has had a great experience with us. It's wonderful to hear our team, food and activities have made such a positive impact.
The staff at Elsies are kind, warm and friendly. We are on our second child and every day feels like an extended family stay.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. The team are proud to have supported both your children and glad our team makes each day feel welcoming and familiar.
Elsie's has exceeded expectations in every way. From personalised settling in to chef's fresh cooked meals and an emphasis on every staff member getting to know every child, we've loved our Elsie's journey, our daughter loves it! Thank you.
Thank you for your great feedback. We're glad your experience has been so positive and that your daughter is thriving. It's great to know our personalised approach and meals stand out.
A wonderful group of staff, a real community feel, which extends to the kids, who seem to form strong friendships even before preschool! This is our second child at Elsie's, and we're so lucky to have this for our kids.
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
Strong management team. Staff care about the children and go the extra mile both inside and outside the nursery. In particular what impresses me is that the staff from the other rooms know our sons name even though they do not interact with him on a daily basis. Our son is happy and loves going to nursery. Completely trust the staff, our son is in safe hands. A good variety of activities at nursery to help stimulate his growth and development as well as stimulate him.
Hello, your 5-star review is greatly appreciated! We're delighted that your son is loving their time at our nursery.
Enjoying a very fun (and well attended) sports day today, is great!
Thank you for your 5-star review and for sharing your positive feedback with us!
We couldn't be happier with the first few months our son has had at Elsie Inglis in the baby room. The staff have been wonderful to both him and us during his settling in period. We have been delighted at how quickly he has felt comfortable there and how much he enjoys his days at nursery. That is thanks to the kindness of the staff, the engaging activities and the food (special mention to the chef!). We love the detailed + personalised updates we receive about our son's days at pick up and through the app. Thank you to everyone and especially his fantastic key worker who our son gives a huge smile to each morning.
Thank you for your 5-star review and positive feedback; we truly appreciate your kind words about the team.
The settling-in process was well-organised and the team was always happy to answer any questions I had. Since starting, my son has settled in well and it's clear he enjoys his time there. I also appreciate the weekly updates with photos, which give me a sense of what he's been up to and how he's developing.
The baby room staff have been caring and approachable and I feel reassured knowing that my son is in good hands. He's happy, engaged and thriving in the nursery environment with so many different activities.
Overall, I'm very pleased with Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare and would recommend it to other parents looking for a nurturing and welcoming place for their children.
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad your son has settled in well and is enjoying his time at the nursery. It's great to hear the staff have been supportive and the updates are helpful. Thank you for your recommendation.
Our daughter started attending this nursery a few months ago and we could not be happier with the experience so far. The staff are all exceptionally supportive, friendly and professional and the setting itself is lovely. The food is good and freshly prepared, and staff help to ensure that all modes of eating are enabled. Our daughter is always enjoying herself when we collect - the most reassuring thing at the start of the nursery journey!
Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We appreciate your kind words.
So far we have been very happy with this nursery. We have been very impressed by the nursery manager and her team, and we especially love the staff in the preschool room that our son attends who consistently come up with new and interesting activities. The settling-in sessions were easy-going and well-managed, and our son's dietary requirements were taken seriously by everyone which was a big relief for us. We are also extremely happy with the on-site kitchen and chef's meal plan. There are plans to spruce up the outside area somewhat, which would be great. Otherwise, we have only positive things to say about this nursery and would not hesitate to recommend it to others.
Thank you for your positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you've been happy with our nursery. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to continuing to provide excellent care for your son!
We are delighted with Bright Horizons Elsie and our son appears to love going (he's currently in the baby room). Staff make an effort to keep us informed of the activities and we appreciate the added extras like the Christmas parties and the open days. The food sounds great and I love that it's cooked onsite. I wouldn't hesitate recommending this nursery to other parents. The only negatives are the limited outdoor space which they can't do much about, and the price seems to be a bit more expensive than others we've researched, but a few pounds extra is fine in light of the good care provided and the convenient location.
Thank you for your five-star feedback and for sharing your experience with us.
Over the past few years, we have witnessed and experienced the nursery staff invest a huge amount of effort and energy into improving the experience of the children, the rooms and their communication with parents. This has made a vast difference to the support they offer our children and our experience as parents. The staff know our children very well and are attentive to their needs, learning and overall development. The communication between the nursery and ourselves has been greatly improved with weekly updates, information and learning updates via the app, and day-to-day conversations with the staff. We are very happy to know our children spend their time enjoying themselves, exploring new activities, and being cared for so well.
Hello, thank you so much for your positive feedback!
Our son has had a great experience within the toddler room at Bright Horizons, Elsie Inglis. At the start of the year, he transferred from another nursery where he was happily settled but which closed quite quickly. The staff at Elsie's have been superb in helping him become settled in the new environment there. The staff in his room and the other staff across the building all appear to be very skilled and genuinely passionate about caring for the children, and the communication about what is happening each day is really good. Within the nursery the facilities both inside and outside are good and the range of activities that the children get offered daily is great and suits the different interests of the kids. There have been really nice additional features like themes of the week/month, lots of chances to enjoy live music played by the staff, and the chance for the children to go on local outings. We have been really happy to send our child to this nursery.
Hi, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We are thrilled your son has now settled into the nursery and is thriving.
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News (3) & Events (0)
- Posted: Tuesday 21 Jan 20252025 marks two decades since the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children began its work in the UK! The Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, a UK-registered charity since 2005, supports children...
- Posted: Wednesday 24 Jul 2024Bright Horizons is celebrating a full house of Great Place to Work™ honours, with its latest listing - 13th in the Great Place to Work™ list for Women. This is...
- Posted: Thursday 27 Jun 2024The 2024 UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ was launched this morning by Great Place To Work® UK, recognising Bright Horizons as 17th out of fifty companies on the Super Large...
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Awards / Recognitions (5)
- Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions LtdDate: Tuesday 30 Apr 2019
- Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions LtdDate: Thursday 01 Mar 2018
- Recipient: Bright Horizons Family Solutions LtdDate: Wednesday 01 Mar 2017
Meet the Team (3)
Since 2022, Karen has been the Nursery Manager at Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis, bringing with her a strong background in early years leadership, having previously worked as both Nursery Manager and Area Manager across a small group of Edinburgh nurseries.
She is deeply passionate about delivering high-quality childcare and takes great pride in supporting the talented team at Elsie Inglis to create meaningful and joyful experiences for children every day.
Her journey into early years education began after a career in banking and the birth of her son, which inspired her to follow her true passion. Since then, she has embraced lifelong learning, completing an HNC in Childcare, a BA in Childhood Practice, and a postgraduate qualification.
She is certified in paediatric first aid, child protection, DSL, and Additional Support for Learning (ASL), and has undertaken a range of management development programmes. In addition, she is proud to serve as a connector for one of Bright Horizons’ Bright Spaces in Scotland, extending vital support to families in need.
Emma joined Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis in 2024 and brings over a decade of experience in early years education. She holds both an HNC and a BA in Childhood Practice.
She is paediatric first aid trained, serves as the designated safeguarding lead for the nursery, and is also a connector for one of Bright Horizons’ Bright Spaces.
Throughout her career, she has worked with children of all ages, progressing from nursery practitioner to room leader and deputy manager. She particularly enjoys helping the youngest children settle into nursery life—building strong bonds and watching their unique personalities shine.
Outside of work, she enjoys walking her dog and spending quality time with family and friends.
Elisa is the nursery's Third in Charge. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education with a focus on Physical Education and has enjoyed working with children from 0 to 12 years old in both Early Years and Primary settings.
For almost three years, she has been a valued member of the Bright Horizons team. She began her journey as an Early Years Teacher, progressed to Room Leader in the preschool room, and now serves as the Third in Charge. Teaching is her passion! Elisa loves creating fun and engaging learning experiences and monitoring children's progress to help them achieve their best.
In her free time, she is a sports enthusiast and plays handball for the Edinburgh Handball Team. She also enjoys taking her campervan on trips to the stunning Scottish Highlands, where she loves hiking and soaking in the beauty of nature.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare
What is the Age Range of Children that Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare accepts?
Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare Open?
Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis 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 Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare have capacity for?
Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare has capacity for a total of 65 Children.
How far is Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis 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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