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1 Waverley Park, Spring Gardens, Abbeyhill, Edinburgh, EH8 8EW
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17 November 2025
Our child has been attending Elsie Ignis since they were just 9 months old, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. The support we've received has been wonderful from the very beginning. The staff and teachers are kind, nurturing, and genuinely care about each child's development and well-being. We've also been really impressed with how well the nursery embraces diversity and inclusion. As a family from a different cultural background, we've always felt welcomed and respected. The teachers make a real effort to include and celebrate different cultures, which helps every child feel valued and at home. Another thing that stands out is their commitment to continuous improvement. The nursery is always evolving and looking for ways to enhance the learning experience, and it shows in the engaging activities and positive atmosphere. Overall, it's a warm, caring, and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
15 October 2025
The staff at Elsies are hardworking, dedicated and professional. They have taken such good care of our son & he is really settled. Thank you.
08 October 2025
All the staff members were friendly and caring. We were just temporary for 2.5 months and my son had a great time here. Communicate was good so we felt confident leaving our child with them. We had a great experience and will highly recommend this nursery.
08 October 2025
Wonderful place for kinds, lovely staff and care. A lot of beautiful experience.
08 October 2025
Watching Skye doing her all about me book, picking her folder and her teacher was great at explaining about what Skye was doing in nursery was a great experience for myself and Skye's grandmother. Keep up the great work.
09 September 2025
Elsie Inglis is an excellent nursery, the staff are absolutely brilliant and consistent. My child was very shy but with the support from the teachers, was able to overcome their fears and make lots of friends. For a nursery being so close to the city centre it is very easy to access. The staff are so friendly and extremely informative - they always provide lots of feedback. The management are very responsive and very helpful. A unique part of Elsie Inglis is their weekly visits to the care home which provides both the children and elderly residents a different perspective and of course lots of fun. The chef is absolutely brilliant and engages with the children and parents which I think is very important. I cant thank Elsie's staff and management enough for their continuous support and commitment. Highly Recommend.
03 September 2025
My daughter had a wonderful experience at Elsie Inglis during her year and a half in the preschool room. All the staff were absolutely fantastic. Very attentive, friendly and fun! My daughter built great bonds with many of them. She really enjoyed all the educational activities. We could see this contributing towards her development in preparation for school. The nursery spent a great deal of time and care communicating what she was learning with written reports and pictures. Ultimately she was very excited to go in every week and we knew she was being well cared for. Definitely recommend Elsie Inglis as a great nursery.
16 July 2025
Amazing nursery. My kid goes to the nursery from when she was 3 and shes starting P1 this august. Teachers are very welcoming, food is nourishing and always plans lots of activities. Love the nursery.
15 July 2025
Elsie's has exceeded expectations in every way. From personalised settling in to chef's fresh cooked meals and an emphasis on every staff member getting to know every child, we've loved our Elsie's journey, our daughter loves it! Thank you.
15 July 2025
The staff at Elsies are kind, warm and friendly. We are on our second child and every day feels like an extended family stay.
08 July 2025
A wonderful group of staff, a real community feel, which extends to the kids, who seem to form strong friendships even before preschool! This is our second child at Elsie's, and we're so lucky to have this for our kids.
08 July 2025
Strong management team. Staff care about the children and go the extra mile both inside and outside the nursery. In particular what impresses me is that the staff from the other rooms know our sons name even though they do not interact with him on a daily basis. Our son is happy and loves going to nursery. Completely trust the staff, our son is in safe hands. A good variety of activities at nursery to help stimulate his growth and development as well as stimulate him.
08 July 2025
Lovely nursery, would recommend to any new parents! Enjoying a very fun (and well attended) sports day today, is great!
09 May 2025
We couldn't be happier with the first few months our son has had at Elsie Inglis in the baby room. The staff have been wonderful to both him and us during his settling in period. We have been delighted at how quickly he has felt comfortable there and how much he enjoys his days at nursery. That is thanks to the kindness of the staff, the engaging activities and the food (special mention to the chef!). We love the detailed + personalised updates we receive about our son's days at pick up and through the app. Thank you to everyone and especially his fantastic key worker who our son gives a huge smile to each morning.
29 November 2024
My son started in the baby room a few months ago and we've had a very positive experience so far. The staff have been friendly, supportive and attentive, which made the transition to nursery much easier for both my son and me. The settling-in process was well-organised and the team was always happy to answer any questions I had. Since starting, my son has settled in well and it's clear he enjoys his time there. I also appreciate the weekly updates with photos, which give me a sense of what he's been up to and how he's developing. The baby room staff have been caring and approachable and I feel reassured knowing that my son is in good hands. He's happy, engaged and thriving in the nursery environment with so many different activities. Overall, I'm very pleased with Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare and would recommend it to other parents looking for a nurturing and welcoming place for their children.
13 June 2024
Our daughter started attending this nursery a few months ago and we could not be happier with the experience so far. The staff are all exceptionally supportive, friendly and professional and the setting itself is lovely. The food is good and freshly prepared, and staff help to ensure that all modes of eating are enabled. Our daughter is always enjoying herself when we collect - the most reassuring thing at the start of the nursery journey!
05 March 2024
So far we have been very happy with this nursery. We have been very impressed by the nursery manager and her team, and we especially love the staff in the preschool room that our son attends who consistently come up with new and interesting activities. The settling-in sessions were easy-going and well-managed, and our son's dietary requirements were taken seriously by everyone which was a big relief for us. We are also extremely happy with the on-site kitchen and chef's meal plan. There are plans to spruce up the outside area somewhat, which would be great. Otherwise, we have only positive things to say about this nursery and would not hesitate to recommend it to others.
25 January 2024
We are delighted with Bright Horizons Elsie and our son appears to love going (he's currently in the baby room). Staff make an effort to keep us informed of the activities and we appreciate the added extras like the Christmas parties and the open days. The food sounds great and I love that it's cooked onsite. I wouldn't hesitate recommending this nursery to other parents. The only negatives are the limited outdoor space which they can't do much about, and the price seems to be a bit more expensive than others we've researched, but a few pounds extra is fine in light of the good care provided and the convenient location.
28 September 2023
Over the past few years, we have witnessed and experienced the nursery staff invest a huge amount of effort and energy into improving the experience of the children, the rooms and their communication with parents. This has made a vast difference to the support they offer our children and our experience as parents. The staff know our children very well and are attentive to their needs, learning and overall development. The communication between the nursery and ourselves has been greatly improved with weekly updates, information and learning updates via the app, and day-to-day conversations with the staff. We are very happy to know our children spend their time enjoying themselves, exploring new activities, and being cared for so well.
26 April 2023
Our son has had a great experience within the toddler room at Bright Horizons, Elsie Inglis. At the start of the year, he transferred from another nursery where he was happily settled but which closed quite quickly. The staff at Elsie's have been superb in helping him become settled in the new environment there. The staff in his room and the other staff across the building all appear to be very skilled and genuinely passionate about caring for the children, and the communication about what is happening each day is really good. Within the nursery the facilities both inside and outside are good and the range of activities that the children get offered daily is great and suits the different interests of the kids. There have been really nice additional features like themes of the week/month, lots of chances to enjoy live music played by the staff, and the chance for the children to go on local outings. We have been really happy to send our child to this nursery.
Latest Reviews for Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare
17 November 2025
Our child has been attending Elsie Ignis since they were just 9 months old, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. The support we've received has been wonderful from the very beginning. The staff and teachers are kind, nurturing, and genuinely care about each child's development and well-being. We've also been really impressed with how well the nursery embraces diversity and inclusion. As a family from a different cultural background, we've always felt welcomed and respected. The teachers make a real effort to include and celebrate different cultures, which helps every child feel valued and at home. Another thing that stands out is their commitment to continuous improvement. The nursery is always evolving and looking for ways to enhance the learning experience, and it shows in the engaging activities and positive atmosphere. Overall, it's a warm, caring, and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
15 October 2025
The staff at Elsies are hardworking, dedicated and professional. They have taken such good care of our son & he is really settled. Thank you.
08 October 2025
All the staff members were friendly and caring. We were just temporary for 2.5 months and my son had a great time here. Communicate was good so we felt confident leaving our child with them. We had a great experience and will highly recommend this nursery.
08 October 2025
Wonderful place for kinds, lovely staff and care. A lot of beautiful experience.
08 October 2025
Watching Skye doing her all about me book, picking her folder and her teacher was great at explaining about what Skye was doing in nursery was a great experience for myself and Skye's grandmother. Keep up the great work.
09 September 2025
Elsie Inglis is an excellent nursery, the staff are absolutely brilliant and consistent. My child was very shy but with the support from the teachers, was able to overcome their fears and make lots of friends. For a nursery being so close to the city centre it is very easy to access. The staff are so friendly and extremely informative - they always provide lots of feedback. The management are very responsive and very helpful. A unique part of Elsie Inglis is their weekly visits to the care home which provides both the children and elderly residents a different perspective and of course lots of fun. The chef is absolutely brilliant and engages with the children and parents which I think is very important. I cant thank Elsie's staff and management enough for their continuous support and commitment. Highly Recommend.
03 September 2025
My daughter had a wonderful experience at Elsie Inglis during her year and a half in the preschool room. All the staff were absolutely fantastic. Very attentive, friendly and fun! My daughter built great bonds with many of them. She really enjoyed all the educational activities. We could see this contributing towards her development in preparation for school. The nursery spent a great deal of time and care communicating what she was learning with written reports and pictures. Ultimately she was very excited to go in every week and we knew she was being well cared for. Definitely recommend Elsie Inglis as a great nursery.
16 July 2025
Amazing nursery. My kid goes to the nursery from when she was 3 and shes starting P1 this august. Teachers are very welcoming, food is nourishing and always plans lots of activities. Love the nursery.
15 July 2025
Elsie's has exceeded expectations in every way. From personalised settling in to chef's fresh cooked meals and an emphasis on every staff member getting to know every child, we've loved our Elsie's journey, our daughter loves it! Thank you.
15 July 2025
The staff at Elsies are kind, warm and friendly. We are on our second child and every day feels like an extended family stay.
08 July 2025
A wonderful group of staff, a real community feel, which extends to the kids, who seem to form strong friendships even before preschool! This is our second child at Elsie's, and we're so lucky to have this for our kids.
08 July 2025
Strong management team. Staff care about the children and go the extra mile both inside and outside the nursery. In particular what impresses me is that the staff from the other rooms know our sons name even though they do not interact with him on a daily basis. Our son is happy and loves going to nursery. Completely trust the staff, our son is in safe hands. A good variety of activities at nursery to help stimulate his growth and development as well as stimulate him.
08 July 2025
Lovely nursery, would recommend to any new parents! Enjoying a very fun (and well attended) sports day today, is great!
09 May 2025
We couldn't be happier with the first few months our son has had at Elsie Inglis in the baby room. The staff have been wonderful to both him and us during his settling in period. We have been delighted at how quickly he has felt comfortable there and how much he enjoys his days at nursery. That is thanks to the kindness of the staff, the engaging activities and the food (special mention to the chef!). We love the detailed + personalised updates we receive about our son's days at pick up and through the app. Thank you to everyone and especially his fantastic key worker who our son gives a huge smile to each morning.
29 November 2024
My son started in the baby room a few months ago and we've had a very positive experience so far. The staff have been friendly, supportive and attentive, which made the transition to nursery much easier for both my son and me. The settling-in process was well-organised and the team was always happy to answer any questions I had. Since starting, my son has settled in well and it's clear he enjoys his time there. I also appreciate the weekly updates with photos, which give me a sense of what he's been up to and how he's developing. The baby room staff have been caring and approachable and I feel reassured knowing that my son is in good hands. He's happy, engaged and thriving in the nursery environment with so many different activities. Overall, I'm very pleased with Bright Horizons Elsie Inglis Early Learning and Childcare and would recommend it to other parents looking for a nurturing and welcoming place for their children.
13 June 2024
Our daughter started attending this nursery a few months ago and we could not be happier with the experience so far. The staff are all exceptionally supportive, friendly and professional and the setting itself is lovely. The food is good and freshly prepared, and staff help to ensure that all modes of eating are enabled. Our daughter is always enjoying herself when we collect - the most reassuring thing at the start of the nursery journey!
05 March 2024
So far we have been very happy with this nursery. We have been very impressed by the nursery manager and her team, and we especially love the staff in the preschool room that our son attends who consistently come up with new and interesting activities. The settling-in sessions were easy-going and well-managed, and our son's dietary requirements were taken seriously by everyone which was a big relief for us. We are also extremely happy with the on-site kitchen and chef's meal plan. There are plans to spruce up the outside area somewhat, which would be great. Otherwise, we have only positive things to say about this nursery and would not hesitate to recommend it to others.
25 January 2024
We are delighted with Bright Horizons Elsie and our son appears to love going (he's currently in the baby room). Staff make an effort to keep us informed of the activities and we appreciate the added extras like the Christmas parties and the open days. The food sounds great and I love that it's cooked onsite. I wouldn't hesitate recommending this nursery to other parents. The only negatives are the limited outdoor space which they can't do much about, and the price seems to be a bit more expensive than others we've researched, but a few pounds extra is fine in light of the good care provided and the convenient location.
28 September 2023
Over the past few years, we have witnessed and experienced the nursery staff invest a huge amount of effort and energy into improving the experience of the children, the rooms and their communication with parents. This has made a vast difference to the support they offer our children and our experience as parents. The staff know our children very well and are attentive to their needs, learning and overall development. The communication between the nursery and ourselves has been greatly improved with weekly updates, information and learning updates via the app, and day-to-day conversations with the staff. We are very happy to know our children spend their time enjoying themselves, exploring new activities, and being cared for so well.
26 April 2023
Our son has had a great experience within the toddler room at Bright Horizons, Elsie Inglis. At the start of the year, he transferred from another nursery where he was happily settled but which closed quite quickly. The staff at Elsie's have been superb in helping him become settled in the new environment there. The staff in his room and the other staff across the building all appear to be very skilled and genuinely passionate about caring for the children, and the communication about what is happening each day is really good. Within the nursery the facilities both inside and outside are good and the range of activities that the children get offered daily is great and suits the different interests of the kids. There have been really nice additional features like themes of the week/month, lots of chances to enjoy live music played by the staff, and the chance for the children to go on local outings. We have been really happy to send our child to this nursery.