





Pilrig Children's Nursery is a small family-run nursery based in a purpose-built property with bright sunny playrooms and its own secure garden area.
The nursery aims to provide a safe, happy and stimulating learning environment for all children and encourages regular parent communication and involvement in the nursery's activities.
The nursery provides a wide range of daily activities with free-flow access between playrooms and the garden.
Funding & Fees
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Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Bright Stars Nursery Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Denise Lawrence (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 20
Total Places for Children
- 69
Age Range
- from 0 years 6 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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
- Christmas & New Year
Pilrig Children's Nursery Reviews (43)
Pilrig Children's Nursery has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.327) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Pilrig Children's Nursery has 43 reviews.
We pay premium price for a chef to be on side but since October (?) the chef is gone and they use a catering company for lunch when all snacks are oatcakes and vegan butter or rice cakes and vegan butter. The price does not justify the snacks, they need to make sure they hire a chef or order snacks from the catering as well. The prices went up again (significantly) so I would expect the chef will be on site soon!
I also would recommend installing toilet seats that are appropriate for toddlers in the toilets.
The staff in the baby room are lovely and caring. They were really helpful in helping my son settle in and he loves going there now! Communication is also great - they are very responsive. Very happy with the nursery overall.
Pilrig nursery provides a caring and stimulating environment for my grandchildren. They give me good feedback on the day when I pick up my grandchild and they have some time for me too! My grandchildren is very happy there.
I really recommended this nursery to everyone have a child.
Many thanks
My son is always happy to go to nursery. He loves playing in the garden and always tells me exciting stories about what he does with his friends at nursery! He has been going to Pilrig for the past 3 years. I never had any concerns about leaving him at nursery, I know he's in good hands and well looked after.
Thank you for your kind review, it's lovely to hear such positive feedback from longstanding parents.
We are so happy with our experience of Pilrig Nursery. Our child has been attending for some time now and there has been a hugely noticeable improvement in her confidence and social skills since joining. The staff are very knowledgeable and kind and approach their jobs with genuine warmth and care. They have been very helpful in supporting our child through big milestones like potty training and nap transitions. We have liked how often we receive updates on how our child is doing day-to-day and what activities she has been up to. We also see what she's been eating - the nursery chef makes amazing food! The nursery also has a great outdoor space and if the weather allows, they always have the children outside which is so important. We would highly recommend the nursery. Thank you Pilrig Team!
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted that you are happy with the support that is provided to your child. The team work very hard to ensure that all children's needs are met and it's lovely to see their hard work being recognised and to hear of the positive impact this has on children....
We have been so happy with our daughter's experience at Pilrig Children's nursery. It's such a warm and welcoming environment, and all the staff are really friendly and knowledgeable. We can always stay up-to-date with our child's activities throughout the day, and feel completely confident she's being looked after really well.
Thank you for your lovely review. I'm delighted that you are happy and confident with the care and support that your child receives.
I am very happy with all aspects of the nursery and feel confident leaving my daughter in your care. The only drawback is the lack of one-on-one activities with specific learning goals. Specifically, I would have liked seeing what she's learning with pictures in the journal and receiving themed crafts she has made, even if it's only scribbles. This helps me further develop the theme at home in other languages. So far, I am unaware of any learning themes. Not counting Christmas/Chinese New Year as these don't account forthe majority of her time spent with you.
Thank you for your feedback. Observations can be viewed on our online learning portal which is updated by the key person. Practitioners prepare weekly planning which is displayed within the room, this details the skills that are being learned and what activities are being provided to satisfy these...
We're very happy with nursery. The staff are kind and attentive, always ensure our child feels safe and happy. The activities are fun and educational. Our son loves outdoor play. Communication is clear and consistent, we always feel informed about our child's progress.
Lovely staff so kind and helpful had an amazing experience with the nursery! My child loves telling me what she has done at nursery she loves the staff the staff an amazing at helping out if it's a tough morning she always turns her day around thanks to the caring staff!
I like that they include parents in special celebrations and that we know a bit about his day via the app.
The staff are all so attentive and really care about each individual child. They have really gotten to know our kids and our kids adore them.
Great experience overall. General communications could be better but really happy with staff, food and activities etc.
My daughter has settled so well into Pilrig. The staff have been very welcoming and made her feel comfortable and at home. She enjoys playing in the garden and the home corner and enjoys telling us about her day when she comes home.
Lovely nurturing nursery. The staff genuinely care for the children and make a lovely environment for them. My daughter loves her time at nursery which makes it easy for us to leave her. The chef is brilliant with the children too.
Great experience! Both kids are happy to go to the nursery in the morning and come back excited and full of good experiences. Overall we're very happy with this nursery!
My son has been with Pilrig since he was a year old. He's now 4, we've seen many changes over this time but one thing remains the same - my son loves this nursery!
Pilrig Nursery team are professional, friendly and qualified. They provide effective communication with parents through regular updates. The facilities are well-maintained and spacious. The nursery offers fun activities, food (healthy meals and communication. It's clear they prioritise quality care for children.
My son is very happy at Pilrig Children's Nursery. He is currently in the toddler room. I feel the level of care is satisfactory as the staff turnover is quite high and this can be unsettling at times. Other than this I feel the children are happy and are presented with age-appropriate activities.
Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.
Brilliant nursery, both my children have been really happy here. The staff are all warm and caring. The facilities are great, especially the garden which is large, enclosed and has lots of resources. The food options are healthy and varied, the chef is a real asset.
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News (1) & Events (0)
- Posted: Tuesday 09 Jun 2026We 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...
There are no upcoming events for Pilrig Children's Nursery.
Awards / Recognitions (6)
- Recipient: Bright Stars Nursery Group LtdDate: Thursday 13 Jun 2024
- Recipient: Bright Stars Nursery Group LtdDate: Friday 29 Apr 2022
- Recipient: Bright Stars Nursery Group LtdDate: Friday 28 May 2021
Meet the Team (2)
Experienced nursery manager with years of experience in the Early Years industry.
Laura has worked with children across all age groups in Early Years, Primary and Secondary Education within indoor and outdoor settings. Laura has a Postgraduate Diploma in Education and is currently working towards completing a Professional Development Award Level 9 in Childhood Practice.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pilrig Children's Nursery
What is the Age Range of Children that Pilrig Children's Nursery accepts?
Pilrig Children's Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Pilrig Children's Nursery Open?
Pilrig Children's Nursery is open: 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.
How many Children does Pilrig Children's Nursery have capacity for?
Pilrig Children's Nursery has capacity for a total of 69 Children.
How far is Pilrig Children's Nursery to the centre of Edinburgh?
1.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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