Leaps and Bounds at Drum Brae
About Drum Brae Nursery
At Drum Brae Nursery we’ve created a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, play and explore with confidence. Our carefully designed spaces are filled with age-appropriate toys, books and educational materials that spark curiosity and inspire young minds.
Our caring and dedicated staff thoughtfully plan engaging activities to encourage a love for learning while supporting each child’s cognitive, social and emotional development. And with our modern child friendly garden at the rear of the nursery, little ones can enjoy fresh aire, outdoor adventures and hands-on discovery in a safe and inviting space.
At Drum Brae Nursery, we believe every child deserves a place where they feel happy, secure and valued. We’d love to welcome you for a visit. Why not book an appointment to meet our team and explore how we can support your child’s early learning journey?
We look forward to meeting you soon!
Professional Childcare in Drum Brae

Building Brighter Beginnings
Drum Brae Nursery offers a foundation for lifelong learning. Through play-based activities, structured sessions, and positive interaction, children develop cognitive, emotional, and social skills. Our staff nurture curiosity and creativity, preparing little ones for future success in a supportive environment

Safe and Secure
The nursery is fitted with CCTV to help ensure a safe, secure environment for children.
Surveillance cameras monitor activities, deterring potential risks and providing peace of mind for parents.

Parental Engagement
Drum Brae Nursery encourages parental participation to foster a strong home-nursery connection. Parents are encouraged to support activities to help create a collaborative environment. This involvement strengthens trust, supports children’s development, and builds a community-focused approach to early learning and care.
Opening Hours
We operate as a full year nursery, open for 51 weeks of the year, closing only between Christmas and New Year.
Our opening hours are Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 18:00, with a minimum attendance requirement of two days per week.
For attending families requiring occasional additional care, extra sessions can be requested. While these are subject to availability, we strive to be as flexible as possible to accommodate your needs.
Finding Us
Drum Brae Nursery is located in the North West of Edinburgh, giving easy access to Queensferry Road, Glasgow Road and the Forth Road Bridge. There is parking available outside for drop offs and pick ups and the area also has good public transport.
Drum Brae Nursery is located at:
56a Drum Brae North
Edinburgh
EH4 8AZ
Arranging a Visit
We offer a visit and showaround of the nursery prior to registration. Please note that the visit will be offered outwith our busy times.
Typically this will be between the hours of 09:30-10:30 or 13:30-15:30.
If you would like to arrange a show round, or have any further questions, please do not hesitate to give us a call on 0131 339 1490.