Wee Gems - Broxburn

6 Dunnet Way, East Mains Industrial Estate, Broxburn EH52 5NN
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  • Wee Gems - Broxburn, Broxburn
Wee Gems - Broxburn offers a versatile childcare service to parents that focuses on all the key early years learning objectives. As a nursery provider, the company is keen to play its part in driving new standards and innovation.

Wee Gems Broxburn offer funded pre-school places for 3 to 5 year old.

As well as pleasant indoor and outdoor play areas, the facility has extensive computer systems, CCTV systems for security and onsite kitchen that supports nutrition.

Each child has a key worker who guides children through curriculum development.

With free flow access, children move freely between indoors and outdoors and enjoy a considerable range of natural resources within the extensive outdoor facilities.

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Laura Findlay (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 31

Total Places for Children

  • 110

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.
    Wee Gems Broxburn are in partnership with West Lothian Council to offer funded places for 3 to 5 year old children.

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Christmas, Boxing Day & New Years Day

Parking

  • Private parking on site

9.5

Wee Gems - Broxburn has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.536) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Wee Gems - Broxburn has 116 reviews.

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Review from C D (Mother of Child) published on 4 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All of my children have attended Wee Gems over the last 5 years. Staff are extremely friendly and accommodating to individual children's/families needs. Whilst there has been some staff turnover over the years there is a core group who have remained and it is clear they care about the nursery and children.
The children have access to large and entertaining outdoor areas and the indoor spaces are constantly evolving and being developed in consultation with families. Food is prepared on site and is varied and always options available if meal not eaten. My children love going to nursery each day.
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Review from Alistair D (Father of Child) published on 7 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wee Gems have been great. Every set from first contact to the settling-in days to the present, they have been lovely, understanding and effective. My daughter attends one day a week and loves going to nursery, and she has come on so much since she started. The staff are consistent and accommodating.
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Review from C W (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Wee Gems for 2 and half years and my eldest daughter attended before that. I find the staff are what makes the nursery they all know my daughter and remember her likes and dislikes and her quirks. It's a really homely atmosphere where my daughter goes in happy to see her friends
and leaves happy telling me about her day. I am very happy we have chosen Wee Gems and have never had any doubt about their capabilities in caring for her. It will be a sad day when my daughter grows too old for nursery, end of an era.
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Thank you for your lovely words. We value all feedback from our families and children. It is lovely to hear that your little ones enjoy Wee Gems so much.
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Review from Anna Z (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery - our baby absolutely loves it here. The staff are caring and professional, and he's often having so much fun it's a challenge to get him to leave. We've noticed great progress in his development and are really pleased with how things are going.
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Thank you for your lovely words, its great to hear that your little one is thriving at Wee Gems.
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Review from Y S (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
We got good feedback about our daughter's progress in her new room.
The staff are nice and are always happy to help when you have a question. I would recommend Wee Gems - Broxburn to friends and family.
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Thank you for your lovely words. We value all feedback from our families and children.
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Review from K N (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My two children (14mo & 3y11mo) have just recently started at Wee Gems. They previously attended a different nursery and just didn't seem to be settling so I went with my gut and moved them to Wee Gems. I am so glad I did. They had both settled by the end of their first week (!) which I think just
shows what a brilliant setting it is and how excellent the staff are. It's clear the staff genuinely care about the children's wellbeing, and they make a real effort to update you on how the kids are getting on - especially if drop off was a bit tricky. They are both eating really well, so the in-house chef must be doing something right! The rooms are great play spaces with lots to do for all ages.


The manager is lovely and efficient - very approachable and happy to work things out with regards to funded hours and topping up etc. It's still early days, but I can already tell this nursery is fantastic and I'll be recommending to other friends & family.

Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Thank you so much for your lovely words, we value all feedback from our families and children. It is lovely to hear that both of your little ones are settling so well.
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Review from Courtney W (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff at the nursery are so friendly, and my wee boy absolutely loves it here. They keep me updated really well on how he is doing and what he has been up to that day. The girls are always planning fun and educational activities for the children. My wee boy always leaves with a huge smile on
his face.
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Thank you so much for your kind words.We value all feedback from our parents and children, it is lovely to hear that your little one enjoys his days in Wee Gems.
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Review from H D (Father of Child) published on 24 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our child is new to the nursery, her time so far has been great and the staff have been so supportive and helpful during this time not only for her but also us as parents.
We look forward to her on going journey at Wee Gems.
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so happy to hear that your experience of joining has been so positive and looking forward to continuing on your journey with us.
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Review from Elaine P (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is in the baby room and she loves coming into nursery. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. They work hard to keep the kids entertained, fed and watered during the day. I was nervous for putting my little one into nursery but now I feel completely at ease, knowing how much she enjoys
nursery.
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Thank you so much for your kind words. It's lovely to hear how much your child enjoys being at nursery and how at ease you are.
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Review from Alex S (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great experience with Wee Gems over the past years.
The team is super friendly and cared for both of my kids for years! My kids loved four ladies in particular.
The chef onsite is great and my kids loved the food!
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Hello,Thank you for your lovely review. We appreciate all feedback and will share with the staff team.
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Review from Mark S (Father of Child) published on 18 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a warm and caring environment stimulates learning and community among the children. Staff are always committed and give everything to the role. Couldn't recommend Wee Gems Broxburn more highly. Extremely pleased that we have two children at this nursery.
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Hello, Thank you for your lovely review. We appreciate the feedback and will share with our staff team.
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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wee Gems in Broxburn have been amazing in helping our boy settle into his new place at nursery. He's grown so much over the past 4 months in being there. All staff are great and keep us well informed of anything going on in the nursery as well as our boys day to day. All staff are always welcoming and
making 100% effort with the children On a daily basis.
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Thank you so much for your lovely words, it is lovely to hear how much your little one is enjoying the nursery.
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Review from Stephanie S (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I send two children to this nursery and have been constantly comforted and reassured by the staff with every step of my kids' learning and development. I have never felt uninformed, or that my kids have not enjoyed their time here. I can't fault this place. The staff are excellent.
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Thank you so much for your lovely words, it is lovely to hear how much your little one is enjoying the nursery.
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Review from Nieves F (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with our daughter's progress. They have helped her a lot in moving from diapers to the toilet and she is independent and capable. She always says that I can do it because I am a big girl. And they have taught her that there.
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Thank you so much for your lovely words, it is lovely to hear how much your little one is enjoying the nursery.
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Review from Aimee R (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Wee Gems Broxburn since April 2024 and I couldn't be happier with our experience! The staff are incredibly warm, caring, and attentive, creating a safe and nurturing environment where my son has truly thrived.
The facilities are fantastic, with plenty of engaging activities
that support learning and development in a fun and creative way. I've noticed such a positive change in my son's confidence, social skills, and overall happiness since starting here. The communication from the nursery is also excellent- I always feel well-informed about his progress and daily experiences.
It's reassuring to know that he's in such good hands every day. My son can have days where he can be upset going in but the staff always have amazing distractions for him to ease him into the day and it makes me feel better knowing he is happy when I leave.
Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Broxburn
Thank you so much for your lovely words, it is lovely to hear how much your little one is enjoying the nursery.
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Review from F P (Father of Child) published on 9 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff of this nursery has been always amazing, indeed we have known another 2 nurseries before and this is definitely the best for us.
There is plenty of room to play in, the communication with us is always good, they have always been keen to accommodate our requirements in the best way.
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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are amazing. They provide a fun, safe space for the babies. My 13 month old daughter loves her days at nursery and has came on leaps and bounds at meeting her milestones with the support from the nursery staff. Everyone at nursery are kind and caring and very welcoming.
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Review from K F (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Wee Gem’s, Broxburn since she was 10 months old. She’s now 2.5. She settled in well into Wee Gems and loves going. The staff are all fantastic and the biggest asset to the nursery. They are friendly, kind, approachable, and professional and my daughter has made great relationships
with them. She talks fondly of her key workers. Overall I am very happy with our experience at Wee Gems. And I go to work happy in the knowledge she is being well looked after.
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Review from Kieran D (Father of Child) published on 24 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my daughter has joined this nursery. We have seen a massive difference in her. Bringing out her character, helping her motor skills, social skills and all-round confidence. It used to be hard to leave her now at drop-off it’s like I’m not even there, making it so easy to leave her and let her
enjoy her day.
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Review from T S (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so happy that we chose Wee Gems for our son. The staff are so wonderful and caring. The space is just fantastic, with lots of different activity choices. They do a great job of ensuring my son has options at meal times too. He is so happy there, which is such a relief as parents. Highly recommend.
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.536)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.536) out of 10 for Wee Gems - Broxburn is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.854 for Wee Gems - Broxburn is calculated as follows: ( (167 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 192 Ratings = 4.854
  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 4.682 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Wee Gems - Broxburn 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:

    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 + 0.1 = 4
    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 110 number of registered child places is 22. 15 Positive Reviews ÷ 22 = 0.682
  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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Laura Findlay

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2022

I’m Laura and I have been Manager at Wee Gems Broxburn since May 2022. I have 5 years of childcare experience and hold a BA Hons Degree in Primary Education Studies. I am currently studying for a Post Graduate Diploma in Childhood Practice, Leadership and Management at Glasgow Uni. I absolutely love getting to know all the families and children that I have the privilege to work with every day!

Frequently Asked Questions about Wee Gems - Broxburn

What is the Age Range of Children that Wee Gems - Broxburn accepts?

Wee Gems - Broxburn accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Wee Gems - Broxburn Open?

Wee Gems - Broxburn is open: Monday 07:00-18:30, Tuesday 07:00-18:30, Wednesday 07:00-18:30, Thursday 07:00-18:30, Friday 07:00-18:30.

How many Children does Wee Gems - Broxburn have capacity for?

Wee Gems - Broxburn has capacity for a total of 110 Children.

How far is Wee Gems - Broxburn to the centre of Broxburn?

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

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