Murrayfield Nursery

52 Saughton Crescent, Edinburgh EH12 5SP
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9.2 96 Reviews
  • Murrayfield Nursery, Edinburgh
As a busy 90 place nursery it offers a home from home environment, lead by a passionate and caring team, with the nursery filled with hand picked resources (natural where possible) to encourage self-directed play and discovery.

Outside there is a large secure outdoor space including a fire pit, echo garden and outdoor classroom, as well as a separate area for the younger children, to play and enjoy fun.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jen Alcock (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 18

Total Places for Children

  • 90

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Full Day: £76.33
    Half Day: £40.85

  • We provide a 10% discount on full week bookings and a 10% discount on sibling places.
    A further 10% reduction is available to military, NHS and emergency services staff.


    Fully funded government childcare places are available, 30 hours for 3 to 4 year old and some eligible 2 year old.


    Fees are subject to change. Please contact the Nursery for tailored information.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Between Christmas and New Year

Parking

  • Plentiful on street free parking around the nursery.

Murrayfield Nursery Reviews (96)

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Murrayfield Nursery has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.206) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Murrayfield Nursery has 96 reviews.

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Review from V A (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I continue to be impressed by the consistantly high standards of Murrayfield Nursery. My elder son recently graduated with a really lovely celebration, showing how much they value the development of every child. During his time at the nursery, he benefitted a lot from the range of outdoor activities
including the eco-garden, pond and forest school, and progressed well with his fine motor skills such as drawing and writing.
I was also very impressed by the nursery's response to the pandemic, sending daily suggestions for activities, and keeping in touch with regular updates and video calls.
My younger son is progressing through the rooms, enjoying the variety of activities, good food and excellent staffing. Daily activities are influenced by the children's interests, and he is very much enjoying the transport theme at the moment. We're very happy we sent our boys to this nursery!
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Review from V M (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at the Murrayfield Nursery for just under a month (started aged 8 months). Prior to that, she had spent virtually all of her time with me so I was worried how she would settle. Within a few weeks she is going in and coming out with a smile on her face and she has really bonded with
her keyworker. She has multiple allergies (nuts, soy, dairy and egg) which have been well catered for. We are delighted and would recommend.
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Review from C T (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our wee boy (4) is about to complete his journey at Murrayfield Nursery to head to school and we have been super impressed with the care they have provided over the last 3 and a half years. Person-centred care, wonderful staff, dedication to the job, a great variety of experiences for the kids and brilliant
food. We just felt in such good hands.
Reply from Rhonda Houston, Nursery Manager at Murrayfield Nursery
We appreciate your kind words. Our aim is to support all of our families, while we provide the best care possible for every child’s individual needs.
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Review from N D (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great staff and teachers! They have been very kind and understanding and helped our little one settle down well as we moved cities (and nurseries!) You are always greeted with a warm smile and they are very involved with the children and their journeys. The eco-garden is what our little one enjoys most.


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daily update app is brilliant too and a definite bonus.
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Review from V C (Father of Child) published on 24 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Highly recommended! We are delighted that we chose to send our 10-month-old to Murrayfield Nursery, she has settled in well. The staff are friendly and take good care of kids. The daily updates via the parent app with photos and learning process information about what the children have been up to each
day make such a difference. Best choice we have made for our daughter!
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Review from Alan C (Father of Child) published on 24 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Murrayfield Nursery is an exceptional place. I now have 2 children who attend and have watched them both flourish in what is a kind, friendly, educational and fun environment. The staff are amazing and the variety in terms of mental and physical activities that are on offer surprises me every day.
Both my children have clear bonds with the teachers which is testament to how much effort is being put into their welfare and development. The food is fantastic (I'm jealous every time I catch the smell from the kitchen when I drop the kids off in the morning!) and it's great to see how involved the children are in helping design menus. I couldn't ask for a better place to send my kids.
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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cannot speak more highly of Murrayfield Nursery, from the staff, activities, and facilities to the support and advice they also provide our family. They make us feel so comfortable and reassured our son is in safe hands but also he is having fun whilst learning tailoring it to his needs. The staff turnover
is low which is always an indicator of how well they treat their own staff as well as the environment they provide.
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Review from Ellie M (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son absolutely loves attending nursery and walks in with a big smile on his face. The daily updates and attention to detail make for an easier day for us parents at home! Seeing the photographs on the parent app and knowing our son is having a wonderful time really is special.


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to live not far from the nursery and the process of drop off/pick up's are made easy and safe with all safety measurements in place - every parent wears a mask and keeps a distance.


The activities carried out by Murrayfield Nursery are engaging and a lot of fun for each stage of learning. Having some outside time in the garden is one of our son's favourite things! It is great to know they have a safe place to play and explore.


We cannot fault the staff who you can tell really care about the children and their jobs. Every day they are smiling and laughing and it bounces off every parent and gives you a great start to the day.

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Review from Christopher D (Father of Child) published on 24 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery. Staff really care for the children and take the time to learn about their individual needs. My son has really enjoyed his time here. Lots of outdoor activities, stimulation, and learning.
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Review from M A (Father of Child) published on 24 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had a positive experience since our daughter started at Murrayfield Nursery. We are kept well informed of how she is developing and getting on with the other children. The staff are always really pleasant, interacting well with parents and children.
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Review from Gemma P (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Highly recommend Murrayfield Nursery, the staff are lovely, brilliant at their job and the activities provided are amazing! My son joined last year and his development has come on so much with the girls looking after him. The home-cooked meal the children get by the chef are amazing. He goes into nursery
with a massive smile and comes out with a even bigger one and speaks about all his friends and staff at nursery and what an amazing day he has had.
The management team are absolutely amazing, they are always there to meet any needs and are so helpful and amazing! Can’t recommend the nursery enough!
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Review from Alice S (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 10 month old twins have recently started at Murrayfield Nursery and I have been really impressed with the structure of the settling-in process. The staff are incredibly friendly and seem very experienced and knowledgeable about how best to get babies feeling at home in the nursery. I'm also very
impressed with the variety of activities the babies get up to and the food they are served. The staff have also been really helpful with getting admin sorted.
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Review from Mohammed Y (Father of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend Murrayfield Nursery enough. My daughter settled in very smoothly and she is a more independent child now than she used to be. Thanks to the care and dedication of all the staff, which are endless.
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Review from O S (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend The Murrayfield Nursery to anyone looking for a safe and excellent environment for their child. The team is very professional and caring. They take care of the individual needs of each child. The activities they provide to the children are excellent. The settling sessions are very
helpful. My daughter, who recently joined the nursery, is now settled and enjoys going to the nursery.
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Review from Katie M (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at Murrayfield Nursery have been amazing with my twin girls over the last year (started at 15 months). From the ladies in the rooms to the ladies in the office, it’s always an amazing experience. My girls are so happy at the nursery and do lots of activities each day. And I get the extra enjoyment
of seeing what they do each day via pictures on the app so you know what’s going on, even though you aren’t there. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone in Edinburgh, it has been the best experience.
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Review from Maxine B (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Murrayfield Nursery is top rate in every way. Our daughter has ASN; they have been amazing - inclusive, professional, compassionate, proactive. She has thrived in their care and loves going to nursery where she is stimulated, challenged and celebrated. As she moves to p1, they are providing fantastic
transition opportunities and she will be involved in their forest school in this last term at the nursery. The physical nursery with its child entered decor and resources, it’s lovely back yard and eco-garden with pond, the wonderful staff and the brilliant management make this a superb place for young children. We couldn’t ask for more. Even through lockdown they were daily sending us ideas for home learning/experiences. They did this 7 days a week. Even at weekends! I’ve only ticked ‘good’ for value for money, because nurseries are all very expensive!
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Review from Clare U (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Extremely supportive staff, child-focused, willing to work with parents and other professionals to ensure the child has all support required for their early learning and development journey. Specific, honest and regular feedback.
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Review from Claire F (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a wonderful place. The staff and senior management team are excellent. My little boy has been attending since he was around a year old. Throughout his time there, he's participated in fun and interactive learning activities. Importantly, his individual needs have been met and he’s a happy confident
little boy as a result.
As a parent, I’m kept fully up to date with his day, using a private app. It’s very convenient and allows you to easily interact with the team.
I’m so pleased I made the decision to send him to Murrayfield. Their guidance and support throughout the last 4 years have been superb.
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Review from Duncan M (Father of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife and I feel it has been one of the best parenting decisions we made to send our children to Murrayfield Nursery. Over the 4-years, we have been with the nursery, the standard of care and support the staff provide has been exceptional. The nursery combines play and learning in such a way that
engages the children and is led by children's interests. I would highly recommend the nursery to anyone considering sending their children to a private care setting.
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Review from Asma R (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Highly recommended!


Two of my children attend this nursery and both have settled rapidly and are enjoying a lot. I was worried at the beginning because my small child was just 16 weeks old when I first left him, but all the team helped me. My other child doesn’t have English as her first language

and she has settled as well and is enjoying it.
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Current Review Score: 9.2 (9.206)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.2 (9.206) out of 10 for Murrayfield Nursery 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 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.4 out of 5 from 9 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 4.806 for Murrayfield Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (88 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 108 Ratings = 4.806
  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 4.4 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Murrayfield Nursery is based on 9 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 = 3.9
    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 90 number of registered child places is 18. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 18 = 0.5
  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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Jen

Jen Alcock

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2024

Jen is an experienced Manager who has worked in the Childcare and Education sector for 26 years and holds a degree-level qualification in Childhood Practice.


Jen is passionate about ensuring that the children experience the highest level of care, and are supported and nurtured in a home-from-home environment.

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