Nurseries and playgroups news
Council opens a new chapter for young readers
Published on Thursday 24 May 2012
Edinburgh Looked After Children are set to receive a brand new book every month, until they are five, as part of a city wide initiative to support children in the City of Edinburgh’s care.
Edinburgh launches Froebel book
Tuesday 28 February 2012
The City of Edinburgh Council today joined publishers, SAGE, to launch a cutting edge book about early education practice.
Top Edinburgh Children and Families Projects Awarded
Thursday 24 November 2011
A ghost story with serious messages about bullying, a scheme that sets dads on a mission, and a project supporting children’s mental wellbeing, have all been awarded for their work.
Garden party for top tots nursery
Friday 15 July 2011
Children from an award-winning nursery run by the City of Edinburgh Council are holding a special garden party to celebrate scooping another accolade.
Council approves nursery closure plans
Thursday 10 March 2011
Proposals to close two Edinburgh nursery schools were agreed today at the city's council meeting. High School Yards and Princess Elizabeth nurseries are set to close at the end of the school year.
New nursery at Gracemout Primary officially open
Thursday 24 February 2011
Gracemount Primary has unveiled its brand new nursery. The new £1 million development will provide modern early years education facilities for three to five-year-olds in the area.
St Leonard's is top of the class
Friday 18 February 2011
Staff and pupils at St Leonard's Nursery School have been celebrating coming top of the class, thanks to a glowing report from school inspectors.
New nursery at Clermiston Primary to be officially opened
Thursday 27 January 2011
Clermiston Primary is to unveil its brand new nursery school today.
Statement - Decant of Westfield Court Nursery School
Thursday 7 October 2010
Health & Safety officers have recommended that alternative accommodation should be found for Westfield Court Nursery pupils.
Kindergarten inventor's teachings revived in Edinburgh
Monday 27 September 2010
Five Edinburgh nursery head teachers are driving a revival of an acclaimed 19th century early years teaching method.
Permission sought to consult on nursery school closures
Monday 27 September 2010
A report proposing that a consultation should be carried out into the closure of two city nurseries will be presented to a special meeting of the Children & Families Committee next month.
Mr Moon beams down to earth to show wonders of biodiversity
Wednesday 1 September 2010
Popular children’s author and illustrator, Kate Veale, will help celebrate Edinburgh’s commitment to biodiversity by launching the BiodiverCity 2010 competition at 10am on Friday 3rd September at Newhaven Nursery.
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