Location:

The nursery is situated within an unique facility of a converted church just off the High Street.

The Opening hours: Monday to Friday all year round

Full Day Session: 8.00 am to 6.00 pm

Morning Session: 8.00 am to 1.00 pm

Afternoon Session: 1.00 pm to 6.00 pm

Fixed Holidays: 2.5 days at Christmas and 2.5 days at New Year

Maximum Number of children: 54

The Outside Play Area

This area is used daily to promote physical development. Our climbing frame is a fantastic piece of equipment where children can attempt various skills. We also provide water play, sand, planting and other various opportunities outdoors.


The Nursery

* was established in 1997*

* is are registered by the care commission and are inspected regularly to ensure continuity of care.

* works in partnership with Edinburgh Council and provide pre school education which is fund assisted.

* is also inspected by HMI (Her Majesties Inspectorate) ensuring curriculum education is being fully offered.

* cares for children from 3 months to 5 years of age

* staff are all trained in curriculum planning , first aid and child protection as well as childcare

* A diary is offered for our babies to allow parents full information on how their day has been. A daily sheet is provided for Tweenies and Toddlers. Staff are given the opportunity to speak to parents everyday. Parent's evenings are also on offer.

* has CCTV security system and intercom in each playroom

* has wheelchair access

Testimonials:

"We really could not fault Little Vip's
The staff are extremely friendly and our children
always come home happy and contented.
We have since moved outwith the area but could
not bring ourselves to move our children from this
lovely environment to one of the many "big business" nurseries

Robbie S........
15/2/07

Searching for childcare for our precious only child
did not have to end on a certain date. We would
take as long as need be, to find somewhere or someone
we were completely happy with.
We have been at Little Vip's over a year now and our
child is emerging as a confident, enthusiastic, energetic toddler.
In fact our child is so keen to go, most mornings we are asked
"Nursery?....please!"

Jane S.......
February 07

Little Vip's Nursery, 2 Windsor Place, Portobello, Edinburgh, EH15 2AA

Telephone: 0131-669-5040