West Linton, Peeblesshire

Located in the heart of the thriving village of West Linton, Peeblesshire, this nursery and out-of-school club provides high-quality care for children aged 6 months to 12 years. Just 15 minutes from Edinburgh and close to the busy market towns of Peebles, Penicuik, and Biggar, this nursery offers a convenient and welcoming environment for our families.

Established in 1994 as The New Village Nursery and over a 30 year period the nursery built an excellent reputation within the village before joining the Bloomfield Childcare Group in 2024. This nursery is a bespoke, eco-friendly facility in the centre of the village, situated next door to the local primary school, ideally placed to support children through all stages of early learning and development.

Overview

Bloomfield Childcare West Linton is a warm, nurturing place where children feel at home, discover the world around them and lead their own learning through play. With it's bright, spacious playrooms, daily outdoor learning and a caring, highly trained team, the nursery & out of school supports every child to explore, create and thrive. Children regularly access the generously sized garden and the wider West Linton community where the nursery leads projects that connect with local events and people.

Baby Rooms

Our baby room is designed to let natural light flood in and create cosy play corners. It includes a dedicated sleep zone to support routines and encourage restful sleep as required. The space is calm and homely, promoting safe, comfortable rest and nurturing care.

Toddler Rooms

Our toddler room is carefully arranged to promote independence and choice with direct access onto a large, open-plan garden. The children take part in a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities that allow them to make choices and lead their own play and learning. Our environment is set up with open-ended resources and play provocations so that children can follow their interests and deepen their understanding across different areas of the curriculum.

Outdoor Garden Space

Children access our gardens every day. Our outdoor areas include planting zones, bug hotels and a stage area — all designed to spark curiosity and imaginative play. Daily garden time supports physical development, risk-taking in a safe environment and an appreciation of the natural world whilst developing gross motor skills and offers a wide range of sensory play and seasonal planting opportunities throughout the year.