Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Early Years Education in Edinburgh
At Headstart Nursery Schools, we are dedicated to providing a balanced approach to early years education, combining high-quality care with innovative learning experiences. Our nurturing environment is designed to support children at every stage of development, fostering secure relationships with our enthusiastic and motivated team. Whether our staff are seasoned professionals or new to the field, they share a commitment to delivering exceptional care and education tailored to each child's unique needs. We adhere to the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence, ensuring our programs meet and exceed national standards while preparing children for a successful transition to primary education. Our facilities feature stimulating indoor and outdoor spaces, including creative play areas and regular enhancements to resources, ensuring a dynamic learning atmosphere.We prioritise partnerships with parents, actively involving families in their child's educational journey through collaborative learning strategies. Our team is dedicated to continuous professional development, maintaining high standards of practice while staying informed about advancements in early childhood education. We believe every child deserves a strong foundation, and our approach emphasizes respect, inclusion, and a lifelong love of learning. With locations in Leith and Morningside, we serve Edinburgh families with a focus on accessibility, safety, and community engagement. Our reputation for excellence is reflected in the positive feedback from parents who value our dedication to creating a joyful, enriching environment where children thrive.
Services
Pre-school Education
Baby Unit Care
Outdoor Play Areas
Parent Workshops
Curriculum Programs
Highlights and features
- We follow the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence with tailored learning programs
- Our staff maintain continuous professional development certifications
- We provide secure, stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environments
- Our nurseries feature regular facility upgrades and creative resources
- We maintain strong parent partnerships with transparent communication
What people say
Stimulated and content
Fantastic range of facilities
Confident and joyful
Creative use of space
Excellent outdoor areas
Services
Pre-school Education
Our pre-school program prepares children aged 3-5 for primary education through structured curriculum activities. We combine play-based learning with literacy, numeracy, and social skills development in a bright, stimulating environment. Our qualified teachers use creative resources to foster curiosity and confidence while following Scottish Government guidelines for early years education.
Baby Unit Care
Our dedicated baby unit provides nurturing care for infants from 6 weeks old. Trained caregivers maintain low child-to-staff ratios to ensure individual attention. The space features age-appropriate sensory activities and safe exploration areas, with regular updates to parents about their child's development and daily experiences.
Outdoor Play Areas
Children enjoy secure outdoor spaces designed to promote physical development and environmental awareness. Our play areas feature climbing equipment, gardening patches, and natural surfaces for imaginative play. Daily outdoor sessions encourage motor skills development while connecting children with nature through hands-on learning experiences.
Parent Workshops
We offer regular workshops to help parents support their child's learning journey. Sessions cover early literacy, numeracy activities, and transition-to-school preparation. These interactive meetings provide practical tools while strengthening home-nursery partnerships through shared educational goals.
Curriculum Programs
Our curriculum-aligned programs follow the Pre-birth to 3 and Curriculum for Excellence frameworks. Activities focus on seven key areas including communication, physical development, and social responsibility. We use observation and assessment to tailor learning plans that challenge children appropriately while tracking their progress.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years across our nursery units.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All our staff hold relevant childcare qualifications with regular training updates in early years education.
How do you support school readiness?
Our curriculum programs follow Scottish Government guidelines with structured learning activities preparing children for primary education.
Are meals provided for children?
We offer nutritious meals and snacks following dietary requirements, though specific details vary by location.
Can parents visit the nursery?
Yes, we welcome prospective parents to book guided tours of our facilities during operating hours.
