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2 Southdale Avenue, Armadale, Bathgate, West Lothian EH48 3AA
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Wee Gems - Armadale is a purpose-built facility, ideal for children from 0 to 5 years of age and beyond at the after-school club.

The nursery incorporates hi-tech and modern technology designed to enhance pre-school learning capabilities, while there is also an extensive outdoor play area.

Wee Gems Armadale also offer out of school care such as breakfast, after school and summer clubs.

Private parking and a secure entry system allow...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Alison Frampton(Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 110

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday07:00-18:30
  • Tuesday07:00-18:30
  • Wednesday07:00-18:30
  • Thursday07:00-18:30
  • Friday07:00-18:30

When Closed

  • Christmas Day & Boxing Day

Parking

  • There is a large private car park.

Funding & Fees

Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.

We are in partnership with West Lothian Council and offer funded spaces.

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Wee Gems - Armadale Reviews (64)

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Wee Gems - Armadale has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.933) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Wee Gems - Armadale has 64 reviews.

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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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Our little one has been at Wee Gems Armadale for a year and a half, and we cannot praise the nursery highly enough. The staff in every room are friendly, supportive and put so much hard work and care into their roles. The nursery is flexible and accomodating to hours. Our little one loves her time here and her development has come on in leaps and bounds! Thank you to everyone at Wee Gems for helping her flourish.

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you so much for your review, it means so much that we are able to make a difference to your wee one.

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Review from C F (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My little girl started nursery at Wee Gems a few months ago at one year old and the nursery has been excellent. The staff members in the baby room (Kirsten, Kara, Melissa and Zoe) are all fantastic with my child and also very patient with apprehensive parents. I genuinely look forward to the little updates throughout the day and the observations showing how they are progressing. Also a specific mention for how great Kirsty the manager at this branch, she's helpful, enthusiastic and also seems to be really involved with the kids. She was a large part of what convinced us Wee Gems was the right place for our child.

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you so much for your kind words about the team and myself. We are so glad you choose us for your childcare and we can't wait to continue making memories for your wee one.

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Review from Lisa M (Mother of Child) published on 1 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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Our baby boy started nursery this year and we were so nervous with the whole thing. The staff were amazing, came to meet him at the home first and then settled him in over a number of weeks until we both felt ready. First 5/6 sessions were so hard with the drop offs and crying but once our parent portal was set up we could see how happy he was at nursery and taking part in such lovely activities. He is currently transitioning to settle into the next room and seems to be enjoying the next stage. I can't thank the girls Kirsten, Kara, Zoe and Melissa for all their hard work, patience, care and most of all keeping our baby boy safe and happy while we are not there. Really appreciate the updates on the parent portal with pictures and great detail as well as the hand over info we get about his little day. I was so apprehensive about using a private nursery from a young age but our boy is happy and thriving! Highly recommend, lovely team.

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you so much for your review. We are glad to hear your boy is happy and thriving. We have loved getting to know him and we cant wait to see how he continues to grow and develop.

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Review from Keighley Z (Mother of Child) published on 1 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My little girl has attended since 9 months old in the baby room. Shes soon to graduate at age 5, so has been in every stage of the nursery except the after school club. The nursery has been a great place for her to grow up, gaining confidence and forming friendships.

She struggled with separation anxiety and the staff went above and beyond to support her

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you so much for your review. It has been a pleasure to be a part of the journey. We wish her the best of luck at Primary

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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Absolutely fantastic staff! My wee daughter is loved and cared for with attention and great kindness, even though she is attending only 2 sessions per week. Everyone is always smiling and greeting us nicely when arriving, and is absolutely positive during the day. I can feel on my wee one that she loves being here, and she feels safe.

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you so much for your review we are so glad to hear your wee one is happy with us.

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Review from Caitlin B (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Absolutely love Wee Gems! My little boy is now 18 months old and has been going for 4 months now & he adores the staff and the facilities offered. I love the daily dairies and weekly observations. Highly recommend!

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you for your review. We are so glad to hear you are happy happy with our care and daily updates.

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Review from Anne P (Mother of Child) published on 2 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Our little boy is thriving at nursery and it's all thanks to the staff who help him. They have supported him well with feeding himself and are very attentive to him. I trust them to provide the best care and service for my little one.

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are so glad to hear your wee one is thriving, and we look forward to continuing to support him during his journey with us.

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Review from Nicole P (Mother of Child) published on 2 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Staff are amazing and can't do enough for the children in the nursery. Always super friendly and welcoming, making the nursery feel like a home from home environment.

Excellent facilities for the kids, great outdoor space and always providing engaging learning opportunities.

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you so much for your Review. We are happy to hear that you and you child feels welcomed and at home with us.

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Review from Przemyslaw A (Father of Child) published on 4 February 2026 Submitted via Website
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Lots of different activities," "fun and engaging," "warm, safe, and fun," "creative," "imaginative play.

"The teachers are incredibly dedicated, fostering a truly supportive and challenging environment.

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Deputy Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you for your review, we are glad to hear you are happy with our care

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Review from Caitlin M (Mother of Child) published on 8 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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Staff are amazing, so friendly and caring.
They take time to get to know the child's likes and dislikes to provide the best care. They do messy play and lots of arts and crafts. Food selection it's amazing and they always offer alternative if needed.
Handover is always detailed.

I have never been in doubt my child is in safe hands. I recommend this nursery to everyone.

Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale
Thank you so much for your lovely review, We are very happy to hear that you and your little one enjoy the setting so much!

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Review from T N (Mother of Child) published on 7 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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Wee Gems is a great nursery, all employees are very attentive and have very good relationships with the children. Our son loves going there, playing with all his new friends and cuddle up with staff when he's feeling blue. Communication is also great.

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you so much for your review, we are glad to hear your positive words.

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Review from A N (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter started here from when she was just 9months and is now 1.2years. The staff are brilliant, always keeping us up-to-date with whats happening, also they are flexible in providing extra sessions, we couldnt more happier. I would highly recommend this nursery

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Deputy Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you so much for your review. We are glad you are happy with the care and we can't wait to keep supporting your daughter and you all further in her journey

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Review from Zoe C (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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I love this nursery and my daughter does too. She's nurtured and well looked after. She's feed fresh food and they keep me upto date on what she's been up too. They have been really flexible with our needs and to cover our work commitments

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you for your review. We are glad that we were able to help and support you.

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Review from Leah M (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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My twins attend Wee Gems Armadale and the care of them couldn't be better. The girls always help out with getting them in and out of nursery if I need it as it can be challenge with two.

The communication is second to none, I've had a previous child in another private nursery and the communication there was a hit or miss. Wee Gems constantly updates the famly app with all the information about their day and cute photos! Puts my mind at ease. The twins and I both love Wee Gems!

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Deputy Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you for your review. We love having the boys in, and so glad you are happy with the care and communications. We look forward to supporting both boys through their time at the nursery.

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Review from F M (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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We moved to the area a year ago and are very lucky to have found a place that provides such a caring and nurturing environment. Care plans are clear, communication has been excellent from the start and any difficulties are quickly identified and addressed. Every member of staff seems to genuinely care about the kids and are happy to talk at any time.

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Deputy Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you so much for your review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad we have been able to offer a caring and nurturing environment for your wee one. We look forward to continuing to support over the next couple of years.

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Review from N S (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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I've been sending a child or children to Wee Gems since 2020.
A difficult year with the pandemic, they navigated through it with professionalism and as much flexibility as they could afford.
It would be insincere of me to say that there have been no problems but what I would say is that Wee Gems have always, in my opinion, been open to feedback and criticism and taking my very dark sense of humour very much on the chin.

I've grown exceptionally fond of the staff there who are always bright and bubbly and will not hesitate to stop for a chat, comfort me and at times, invite me in for a coffee when I've burst into tears at the door!

Reply from Alison Frampton, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you so much for your review. We are glad we have been able to support you and your children. We will always do our best to do so. our team is always here if you need a chat.

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Review from K H (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Great staff, always go above and beyond! Super accommodating. Can't fault them, great relationships with children always going the extra mile to make you feel at ease! Daughter has been going here for almost 2 years and never had any issues.

Reply from Alison Frampton, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you so much for your review. Glad to hear you are happy with our care.

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Review from Elspeth B (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been attending Wee Gems Armadale for over 2 years. The staff are friendly and reliable, the facilities are modern. There seem to be plenty of activities for the children to learn and grow.

Reply from Kirsty Heaney, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you Elspeth for your positive feedback. We look forward to continue supporting your daughter here at Wee Gems.

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Review from Yvonne H (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been going to after school club at Wee Gems for over a year and my son at nursery for 4 months. The facilities are great, lots for the children to do. The staff are all lovely and always polite. The communication from the Nursery is great, regular updates and photos on how your little one is getting on. My son struggles with me leaving, the girls always send me an update to let me know he has settled, which is always very quickly. I have never had any issues and would recommend Wee Gems.

Reply from Alison Frampton, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you Yvonne for the positive feedback. We appreciate it and we look forward to continuing to support both of your children.

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Review from Leigh M (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has attended Wee Gems Armadale for the last 3.5 years. We have always found that the nursery meets our needs and the staff have always been great for my daughter and as parents. More recently there seems to be more focused learning which is great to see and is having a big impact on my daughter's learning. Staff are always helpful and approachable and I would recommend this nursery to others.

Reply from Alison Frampton, Nursery Manager at Wee Gems - Armadale

Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that you are seeing more focused learning. We look forward to continuing to support your wee one on their journey.

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  • 12 Jun 2026

    We recognise the incredible value grandparents bring to children’s lives and learning. Our nursery is proud to offer opportunities for grandparents to join our team. If you are passionate about...

  • 25 Sep 2024

    Free Registration when you sign up before 31st December 2024. Contact us for more information.

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Alison Frampton
Alison FramptonJob Title:Nursery ManagerJoined: 2023
I have been working within the childcare sector for over 25 years, working as a practitioner to a nursery manager.

I hold my PDA level 9 in Childhood Practice and have lots of experience working with different teams, and also working with children from birth to school age.

I enjoy developing my team's knowledge through planning, training and team building. I am passionate about enhancing children's learning and experiences in a safe environment.

Kirsty Heaney
Kirsty HeaneyJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2015

My name is Kirsty and I am the deputy manager at Wee Gems Armadale. I have over 9 years of experience in the childcare sector and currently hold an SVQ level 4 in social services for children and young people. I have a passion for childcare and love watching and supporting children develop and learn at our nursery. In my spare time, I enjoy making memories with my nieces and nephews.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wee Gems - Armadale

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

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

What Days & Hours is Wee Gems - Armadale Open?

Wee Gems - Armadale 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 - Armadale have capacity for?

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

How far is Wee Gems - Armadale to the centre of Bathgate?

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

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