Pied Piper Nursery

25 Hector Road, Shawlands, Glasgow G41 3RJ
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  • Pied Piper Nursery, Glasgow
The Pied Piper Nursery is ideally located close to Shawlands shopping centre and train station and provides a home-from-home setting for children aged 12 weeks to five years.

Led by a passionate and caring team, the nursery is filled with hand-picked resources (natural where possible) to encourage self-directed play and discovery.

The nursery also offers secure outdoor space including individual gardens for each age group, to enable fun in the fresh air! The team also takes regular trips out to local green spots to further make the most of the natural world.

Pied Piper loves getting the best out of each and every child and offers a safe, homely and nurturing space where children can thrive at their own pace.
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Funding & Fees

Day rates:
0-5 years: £78


AM rate:
0-5 years: £43


PM rate:
0-5 years: £43

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

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Lesley Bennett (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 65

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

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

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Pied Piper Nursery Reviews (69)

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Pied Piper Nursery has a Review Score of 9.0 (8.970) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Pied Piper Nursery has 69 reviews.

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Review from A T (Father of Child) published on 7 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery with standout staff who go above and beyond to look after our daughter. They put a lot of thought into how the kids learn and have fun. We've really seen our wee girl grow in confidence since starting there.
Reply from Carrie Lloyd, Nursery Manager at Pied Piper NurseryIt has been a pleasure watching your little one grow in confidence and develop their self–esteem and socialising skills whilst in the toddler area. We are looking forward to promoting their language skills in the coming months.
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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend and could not fault Pied Piper Nursery. Our son, born during lockdown, was not used to being away from me and I was reluctant and worried about leaving him with anyone, including family, never mind in a nursery with people we didn’t know. Being my third child I had of course
done my research and on paper, this nursery ticked all the boxes and stood out from the crowd as a stand-alone winner. My expectations were exceeded! The warm welcome from day one, the care, dedication, patience, support all the staff provide to the children and parents is second to none. My son settled in nicely allowing me to go to work worry-free. He has been at the nursery for 6 months now and absolutely loves it. The staff are out of this world. It is a clean, safe and supportive environment and he is encouraged to be kind, bold and confident. I love the updates and photos we receive via the app giving us parents peace of mind. Thank you for all that you do for our children!
Reply from Carrie Lloyd, Nursery Manager at Pied Piper NurseryWe are very grateful for your kind words and aim to ensure our settling-in process reflects our core values to ensure a sense of place and a child-centred approach. We strive to reassure all parents have up to date notifications of their child’s day, keeping them up to date with their child’s progress. We have loved welcoming your child and their close family to our setting and looking forward to seeing your son develop his confidence whilst at Pied Piper Nursery.
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Review from Ramsay H (Father of Child) published on 3 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic team of enthusiastic and caring specialists. Our two children love going to nursery and have a fantastic time in a fun environment that encourages their development. I’d highly recommend the nursery to any parent.
Reply from Carrie Lloyd, Nursery Manager at Pied Piper NurseryWe have loved being a positive influence in your children’s development and setting up enriched learning experiences to promote their wander and curiosity through their interests. It is lovely watching them transition so confidently throughout the playrooms.
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Review from Heather F (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cannot recommend Pied Piper nursery highly enough. Having relocated from London with 2 boys (2 and 4) we were hoping to find the right nursery to support our children with the transition and to provide a calm and fun environment for them to develop, grow and make friends in. We have found the staff
wonderful - supportive, kind, patient and calm, with lots of fun activities and imaginative themes and events across their time so far. Our 4 year old only came for one month before transferring to primary school, but still talks about the staff and is always keen to visit when we collect his younger brother. They both looked forward to going to nursery which is fantastic. Compared to other nurseries we have attended, the management is in our opinion, the best we have come across - calm, organised, adaptive and personal and this appears to filter down to all staff and our children's experience. Feel very glad to have found such a great nursery and would recommend to children of all ages.
Reply from Carrie Lloyd, Nursery Manager at Pied Piper NurseryThank you very much for your kind feedback. We have loved working in partnership with you to engage in a successful transition together. It is lovely to hear your eldest child received such a positive transition and this has allowed him to disconnect from our setting and connect in a new setting based on his emotional resilience. It has been lovely getting to know your child and his wider family. It has been a privilege watching them develop their confidence, social interactions and grow within a new environment.
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Review from Claire C (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our sons attended Pied Piper from a young age, and our youngest is now about to start school. We liked the nursery immediately as it felt warm and homely, and the staff were very welcoming. Over the years both our children have loved attending nursery and there has been a good balance of fun, and
getting the children ready for school. Our boys have formed some lovely friendships at nursery, and have always been well supported by the staff. There have been a lot of improvements to the garden and playrooms over the last couple of years which are great, but ultimately the staff are the most important part of a nursery and they are outstanding. I was diagnosed with cancer when both our boys were at nursery - knowing how well they were looked after took a huge weight off my mind while I was going through treatment. The nursery has been a big part of our lives for several years; I will miss it and would thoroughly recommend it to other parents.
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Review from Helen M (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Pied Piper Nursery for almost 4 years and my daughter almost 2 years. They have always enjoyed it, had a lovely time and been looked after. The new management has been in place for 2 years and it has been great to see the new investment and experiences that have been put on offer.
Reply from Carrie Lloyd, Nursery Manager at Pied Piper NurseryThank you for your kind comments on the enriched experiences we offer all our children within Nursery. We are lucky to have such supportive parents that have supported us through our journey. It is lovely to hear your children have enjoyed their time at Nursery and we look forward to welcoming them into Nursery each day. Many thanks.
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Review from Louise M (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended this nursery since she was 10 months old. I couldn’t be happier with the nursery staff and the setting. My daughter is thriving and absolutely loves it. I feel she is being so well cared for and gets to experience a wide range of activities. Would absolutely recommend it to
anyone.
Reply from Carrie Lloyd, Nursery Manager at Pied Piper NurseryThank you so much for your lovely words. It has been a pleasure getting to know your little one. She has definitely become a more confident individual and loves to express herself within the baby area. We are grateful to be able to engage in positive parent partnerships to develop your child’s interests and development. Many thanks from all at Pied Piper Nursery.
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Review from Ryan C (Father of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend Pied Piper Nursery. We have been delighted with the care that our son has had at Pied Piper over the past 21 months. The staff in the Baby and Toddler rooms have been amazing and very welcoming. Throughout the pandemic, the Toddler room staff have kept us informed and updated at all
times, sharing lovely pictures via the app. The rooms look fantastic following their refurbishment and renovations in 2019/2020. The manager and staff have been of great assistance when my wife and I have had to change arrangements at short notice. I always leave the nursery at ease, knowing that my son is in safe hands.
Reply from Carrie Lloyd, Nursery Manager at Pied Piper NurseryThank you very much for your kind words. It has been a pleasure looking after your little one. The team strive to engage in communication with the parents to promote trusting relationships and the team have all been very sensitive towards children transitioning from room to room, particularly under the current situation. The refurbishment has definitely captured new areas of interest for our children with the provision of the new layout and resources. We have been so fortunate to work in partnership with you and your family also. Many thanks from the team here at Pied Piper Nursery.
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Review from Kamilla B (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery, with very friendly and approachable staff and management. My son settled very quickly and loves going there ever since. The staff makes sure he feels comfortable and safe and I really like getting little updates on their app on how his day is going.
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Review from Rachel H (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We could not be happier with Pied Piper Nursery. The staff are always friendly and helpful, and are great with the kids. Our twins absolutely love going to nursery. There is such a wide variety of activities for them to enjoy, as well as regular feedback about their progress. Would highly recommend
this nursery to anyone.
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Review from H D (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Once the restrictions eased in March we were keen to have our little boy start nursery but equally a little anxious as to how he would settle after a very strange last year and having spent little to no time with other children or away from us, his parents. I have been delighted with how well he’s settled
in thanks to the brilliant staff at Pied Piper Nursery. He’s always laughing and smiling when I pick him up, telling me about what’s he’s been up to that day, the projects they’re working on, the songs, the stories they’ve read, pictures painted or games in the garden. The other day he came running out shouting “that was so much fun!” Well done to all the staff! Fantastic nursery!
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Review from Ana P (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is attending the preschool room at Pied Piper Nursery and he is really enjoying it. The staff are really friendly, helpful and kind.Thank you so much for helping with my child's development. You're doing very well and I am more than happy.
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Review from Connie A (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Coming from abroad with two little kids is a major adventure for any family. Thanks to Pied Piper Nursery my girl who is a toddler has been able to discover her new city, make new friends and have lots of fun while learning. All the staff has been very welcoming and helpful.
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Review from Donna M (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is currently in the preschool room at Pied Piper Nursery and my daughter is in the baby room. Both children love the nursery and are happy and content there. The nursery building itself is a warm and welcoming place, with fun and laughter all around. The staff are fabulous, always very helpful,
kind and caring. Our family particularly likes the family app, it is a safe and secure way to get daily updates and pictures of our children as they enjoy their nursery day. This allows us to see when our children have had naps and what they are enjoying for their lunch. I would highly recommend Pied Piper Nursery to any parent looking for that special place for their child or children to grow and learn.
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Review from Tom G (Father of Child) published on 26 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have sent both our children to Pied Piper for the past couple of years. The staff are all fantastic in each room (babies, toddlers and preschool). We’ve always felt that the children are safe and well cared for at all times.
The feedback throughout the day via their app is fantastic and keeps us
updated on changes, food and naps.
The outdoor space is fantastic in a city nursery as well and is secluded on a quiet road.
The procedures put in place during the pandemic have been excellent in comparison to other nurseries. The social distanced pick up and drop off is very smooth and safe.
All in all, I would highly recommend to friends for children all the way to school age.
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Review from Julia M (Mother of Child) published on 26 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been very happy with Pied Piper nursery. My son started in the baby room at 11-months-old and hasn't looked back! He's in the toddler room now. Settling in was well supported, as was a room transition - it was so smooth I wouldn't have known anything was happening. In addition to updates on
the app, there is always personalised feedback on pick up, so parents know how the day has gone.
All the staff are caring, engaged and fun and tailor learning to the individual child; they engage my son's interest in numbers and sign language, and he comes home talking about things he has learned. All the staff seem to know all the children regardless of what room they are in.
Management is accessible and approachable and has done a great job supporting families and keeping communication open while keeping the nursery Covid secure.
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Review from Julie D (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My 18-month-old started at Pied Piper when she was 15-months-old and has struggled to settle due to her separation anxiety. The staff at Pied Piper have been excellent at helping her to settle and making her feel comfortable in they’re surroundings and with their staff. She didn’t eat for the first
few weeks and wouldn’t sit at the table, and now she enjoys joining in activities, eating a variety of foods and spending time with the staff. The management team have been very good at reassuring me on her progress along the way.
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Review from Sophie B (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
One of the best nurseries I viewed, and so I let my daughter attend. The family app is updated when something happens like food and nappy changes so you can see when they have been eating throughout the day. As well as they post pictures, and I love seeing what my little one is doing.
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Review from Amie P (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our 8-month-old just recently started at Pied Piper, and he really seems to enjoy it. He had a number of settling days, with great communication from the staff to settle the nerves of a first time mum. He has only been in for a short while, but the staff have been great, and he has settled no problem.
Comes out smiling.
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Review from Samantha (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are delighted we are with the care that our little boy receives at Pied Piper. He really loves all of the staff and skips in every day. We're amazed by the range of activities and how much he's learning. We have great interactions each day with the staff, who always give us a warm welcome. They have
done a terrific job in introducing covid measures and when settling him back into nursery after months off due to the lockdown. Our little boy particularly enjoys the healthy and varied food menu - we apologise that he frequently has three portions of lunch. Huge thanks to the team.
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Current Review Score: 9.0 (8.970)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.0 (8.970) out of 10 for Pied Piper Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 6 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 4.958 for Pied Piper Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (70 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 72 Ratings = 4.958
  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 4.012 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Pied Piper Nursery is based on 6 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 = 3.55
    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 65 number of registered child places is 13. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 13 = 0.462
  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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Lesley

Lesley Bennett

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2025

I am the nursery manager, and I oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery. I am passionate about early years and have lots of experience in leadership positions! I enjoy working in diverse teams, working alongside my staff to develop and shape young minds. I am particularly passionate about supporting children with ASN and promoting inclusive and nurturing practice. I hold the BA Childhood Practice degree, enabling registration as a manager with SSSC.

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