Nurseries and playgroups

Find out your child's nursery entitlement

Information on free nursery places for pre-school children.

Apply for a nursery place

Details of types of nursery and how to apply for a place.

Arrange a visit to a nursery

What our nurseries offer and how to arrange a visit.

Find out about childcare in Edinburgh

See what other options including playgroups and childminders have to offer.

Get help with childcare costs

Find out what financial support is available to help pay towards childcare.

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Support and resources for families with children aged 0-5 years.

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Understand how we are implementing the new curriculum across schools.