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At Leith St Andrew's we are committed to providing a safe, happy and inclusive environment. Focusing on learning through play.

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About Us

We are a community early learning and childcare setting, providing high quality affordable childcare, aimed at children 2-5 years old where they can come and play and learn in a safe and stimulating environment. We are run by a voluntary committee and employ 8 members of staff, our manager Louise Kelly and 7 fully qualified practitioners. The staff are recruited through a vetting process by the manager and committee and are all disclosure Scotland checked. We ask that all staff participate in training throughout the year as we view this as a high priority area to enhance the quality of service we provide.

The Playgroup is run by a voluntary Committee made up of parents and carers. They help run the business side of the group. Without the committee, the playgroup would not be able to legally function. The committee hold meetings every 6-8 weeks and there is an annual AGM meeting. At the AGM all parents/carers are welcome to stand for the committee posts.

Our Aims + Objectives

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To treat each child equally and as an individual and respect culture and religions

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To work in partnership with outside agency’s and support parental involvement throughout

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Have a child led approach through planning being set around current interests and likes from the children

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To be eco-friendly and sustainable where possible whilst maintaining links with our local community

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Follow UNCRC articles and documents and frameworks that fall under this as a basis for the learning opportunities and experiences we provide

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Parent testimonials

“It's nerve-wracking leaving your kids with 'strangers' but so reassuring when you meet the staff here and they make it so easy. My children both love the setting and teachers. There's a real feeling of community here. They've really become an extension of our family."

"My children love coming to nursery every day, they never want to leave."





It's always about the kids with this nursery. It's what sets them apart from other settings. The staff do such a good job and I'm so grateful to them for everything they've done. They do everything with heart.”

"I feel so lucky to have found this place. My kids get the support they need here. The teachers are so helpful. The kind of love our kids receive here is nothing to compare."



"There aren't many nurseries out there that do it like this one!"

Meet Our Team

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