Wee Gems - Livingston

2 Carmondean Centre Road South, Carmondean, Livingston EH54 8PT
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9.8 60 Reviews
Livingston Nursery has been recently renovated with modern features fitted to improve services for children attending the nursery.   Children between the age of 0 and 5 are cared for at Livingston Nursery, which is part of the Wee Gems nursery group.

The nursery has an in house chef and kitchen where healthy meals are prepared and served to children every day. There is a four-week menu to ensure children receive a varied diet, with special considerations made for children with extra dietary needs.

Wee Gems Livingston boasts from exceptional natural gardens as well as access to woodland directly from the nursery grounds via a secure gate (fully supervised).

Wee Gems nurseries have a free flow policy allowing children to access the outdoor facility as long as the children wish, all supported by the professional team who support the children's learning needs.
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Care Provided by Wee Gems - Livingston

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Jolene Blair (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 27
  • Total Places for Children
  • 89
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-18:15
    Tuesday 07:00-18:15
    Wednesday 07:00-18:15
    Thursday 07:00-18:15
    Friday 07:00-18:15
  • When Closed
  • Christmas & New Year

Funding & Fees Guide for Wee Gems - Livingston

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.
  • Parking

  • They have private parking.


Wee Gems - Livingston Reviews (60)

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Wee Gems - Livingston has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.780) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Wee Gems - Livingston has 60 reviews.

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Review from Claire Y (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy joined the nursery back in October 2024. The manager gave me a tour of the nursery & was warm & friendly, I instantly got a positive feel for the nursery.
The staff are all so kind/ caring & positive. Our little boy often struggles with drop off and can get quite emotional and the staff
quickly swoop in to reassure him giving cuddles and letting him wave at the window. They also reassure me by sending a message on the app to let me know he has settled and is enjoying his day. We had a parents night phone call yesterday evening and it was very clear that they know our little boy extremely well, his personality and his likes/ dislikes. I would thoroughly recommend this nursery & im very glad we chose you.

Reply from Ashley Butler, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thank-you for your feedback. It is lovely hear your son has such good bonds with the staff and you had a positive parents evening.


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Review from Kirsty M (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Outstanding service , the nursery staff have brought my son on leaps and bounds , the bond he has with some staff is amazing .
I had so many doubts to put my son in to nursery as he is not even two yet and to leave him with strangers the stress it caused me as a mum but to see how much he is coming
on and how much he does love it , best decision ever, it's all thanks to wee gems ,
The manager also , so kind and very welcoming , thanks ladies for all the work you do!!!!

Reply from Ashley Butler, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thanks for the lovely feedback. Our aim is to ensure that all children settle well and develop good bonds with staff to help them feel secure.


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Review from P O (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wee Gems is a wonderful nursery. My daughter learns a great deal, she is always in her best moments from the nursery. I greatly recommend Wee Gems. Wonderful staff, ever-smiling, friendly and caring team. I have not had any bad or negative experiences since we joined the nursery.

Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thank you for your lovely review, and your kind words for the nursery and staff team.


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Review from Anita B (Grandmother of Child) published on 24 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nursery has been a fabulous experience for our granddaughter and we are excited to watch her thrive in such a nurturing environment. Staff appear to be very knowledgeable and are friendly, which puts our minds at ease. We love receiving the daily updates as this gives us a lot of comfort.

Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thank you so much for your lovely words.


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Review from N I (Father of Child) published on 17 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing staff members. Very polite and kind. Keep the good work up. I am updated daily regarding the activities of my child. My concerns are listened and addressed by the staff. As a parent, the safety of your child is the biggest concern, but every morning at drop off, I feel safe and that my child
will be looked after and cared for.

Reply from Ashley Butler, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thanks for your comments. It is lovely to hear the settling in process has been positive for you and your child.


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Review from Kelly B (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cannot fault the care at Wee Gems Nursery. The little boy loves going and seems to have a very good relationship with the staff. Staff were all very friendly at pick up and drop off with no hesitation to answer any questions.
Plenty of updates throughout the day on the app provided too.

Reply from Ashley Butler, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thanks for your comments. Our staff team works hard to build positive, loving relationships with the children in their care.


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Review from S V (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very amazing and always stand for cooperation, understanding and loving towards children. They always support my child in feeding as well they never give up on children highly recommend.

Reply from Ashley Butler, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thank you for your feedback. it is lovely to hear that the staff team are working with you in the care of your child.


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Review from Shannel M (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wee Gems is a fantastic nursery with amazing staff. I haven't had one single issue or bad day with these guys. Highly recommended! Always great when I need an ad hoc day and my daughter has great bonds with the staff.

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Review from D Y (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery, my daughter loves it here and never wants to leave at home time. She has made friends, excelled in her knowledge and confidence, and is always well taken care of. They always do lots of activities every day with the children and make sure all children are involved. The staff are always
really friendly and easy to talk to. Overall I am really happy with this nursery and the way it is run and wouldn't take my daughter anywhere else.

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Review from N W (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been attending this setting for over 3 years and despite a few hiccups in the beginning, I cannot fault them. The new management have made brilliant improvements, from decorating, improving communication, implementing exciting activities for the kids, remodelling the garden and generally
making the setting more inviting for everyone. My child has excellent relationships with the key workers, other staff and the children. They love nursery and telling us about all of the activities they've taken part in at the end of the day. The kids are fed well at all meal times with a varied menu through the week which is regularly updated and have access to fruit and water throughout the day. They are also encouraged to brush their teeth, regularly wash their hands and have easy access to the bathroom. If you're looking for a private nursery in Livingston I can't recommend Wee Gems enough.

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Review from Sophie P (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wee Gems is a great nursery. My daughter loves it there, she had a bad experience before she started and the settling-in days really helped and the staff were very understanding. I have nothing negative to say about this nursery and would recommend it to anyone!

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Review from A R (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My children enjoy nursery very much. They have made friends and have come on in confidence. There could be some improvements to meals or alternatives as these do not seem to be offered very often. There are delayed/issues moving kids from room to room which is having a financial impact on us. The reasons
for this are unclear, could be due to short staffing. The staff are lovely and seem to genuinely enjoy their roles within the nursery. This nursery is pretty expensive and with the increasing prices not much has changed. Children are not taken out with the facility very often which used to be a regular occurrence when our eldest first started.

Reply from Jolene Blair, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thanks for your feedback, it is important in helping us improve and we will take this on board.


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Review from S F (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending one day a week since August. She's now 8 months and has been supported to meet her milestones. We love getting updates about her day and what she has done. It's so lovely to see how happy my wee one is when she arrives at nursery, she loves it there and loves all the adults
that care for her. I am a big advocate on ensuring children are receiving warm, nurturing and caring experiences in their environments out of the home, and I can't fault Wee Gems in this at all.

Reply from Ashley Butler, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thanks for your comments. As a team we work hard to ensure that all children receive a nurturing and caring environment.


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Review from Michaela C (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My youngest daughter has been attending since turning one and has come on leaps and bounds since starting. All the staff are great, always friendly and supportive. Their lovely nature put any anxieties I had at ease and my little one is really happy there. Cannot recommend this nursery enough, all the
staff are truly exceptional!

Reply from Joanne, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thank you for your lovely comment, Michaela. I will pass this on to the staff team.


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Review from Carrie L (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Wee Gems for almost 2 years and in that time he has been cared for by the most amazing teams. The spaces in the rooms are kept clean and tidy whilst also being engaging and fun. The learning and development that has come from the nursery is so obvious to see and I’m so thankful to
the team for their passion and drive. I was so excited about the garden makeover, it looks brilliant, although some work still to be done, the intentions are clear and it will hopefully be a totally awesome place for the kids to thrive outdoors.
The management has had some hiccups over the years, although they have been in a much stronger position for a good period now and it’s clear to see how much effort and hard work has gone on by the teams to make Wee Gems the nursery to have your child in.

Reply from Jolene Blair, Area Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thank you so much for your lovely words Carrie, I will share this with the team also.


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Review from E H (Mother of Child) published on 8 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Wee Gems since he was 11 months old. Now 2, and he loves going to nursery here. The staff are all amazing with him and his development has come on leaps and bounds. The nursery setting and resources are brilliant, and the girls in his room take time to plan out activities based
on themes, which my son loves taking part in.

Reply from Jolene Blair, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thank you for your lovely words and continued support.


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Review from Stu N (Father of Child) published on 7 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We Gems Livingston has been the best possible environment for our girls to develop within. All of the staff are nurturing and focused, catering to the specific needs of each child. The management are quick to respond to feedback and implement new changes to benefit the staff and children.
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are all set up to encourage involvement in learning, art and fun - with quiet places to nap or relax.


It was impossible not to score every aspect as Excellent - because the service provided here is unparalleled. We have found the interactions, learning opportunities and staff engagement as simply fantastic and I would despair at the idea of my kids going anywhere else.
Wee Gems has played a positive, pivotal role in the development of our children that will be with them for the rest of their lives.


A fantastic nursery that puts children first.


Reply from Jolene Blair, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thank you for your lovely words and continued support.


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Review from B H (Father of Child) published on 5 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend WeeGems enough! As a parent, finding a great nursery for my child was extremely important, and I am so glad I chose WeeGems. The staff is incredibly caring and attentive, creating a warm and nurturing environment for all the little ones. The facilities are good, providing a safe and
stimulating space for children to learn and grow. From their engaging activities and adoring staff, WeeGems truly goes above and beyond in ensuring happiness and development. I will always praise WeeGems Livingston for the work and care they have provided.

Reply from Jolene Blair, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and continued support.


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Review from Andrea C (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending this nursery since February. She loves going and loves all the staff here. All the staff are passionate and caring about the kids and help with their development. I love the fact that they use the app and keep parents updated throughout the day. Staff and management are
easy to talk to. Also love that they have the kids out to play in the garden, walks and at the park and everyday is a warm meal for lunch.
Definitely would recommend it.

Reply from Jolene Blair, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and continued support.


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Review from N W (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

In the last few months, the nursery has seen change within the setting ie cleaning, decorating, better layout and areas of interest. The nursery seems brighter, more inviting and more organised than before.
I think the change in management has encouraged change, development, initiative and engagement
with the employees and the setting seems to be more structured with the learning and development of children. Updates and interactions via the app are more frequent and good for tracking progress and development. My child continues to learn new skills and feels supported in her development, she is happy and enjoys her time at nursery.

Reply from Jolene Blair, Manager at Wee Gems - Livingston

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and continued support.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.780)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.780) out of 10 for Wee Gems - Livingston is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.780 for Wee Gems - Livingston is calculated as follows: ( (204 Excellents x 5) + (37 Goods x 4) + (9 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 250 Ratings = 4.78

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Wee Gems - Livingston is based on 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 89 number of registered child places is 17.8, which has been reached with 21 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Awards / Recognitions (9)

Nursery Operator of the Year

Recipient: Bright Stars Nursery Group Ltd

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Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2022

Recipient: Bright Stars Nursery Group Ltd

Date: Friday 29 Apr 2022 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2021

Recipient: Bright Stars Nursery Group Ltd

Date: Friday 28 May 2021 More details

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Jolene Blair

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2023

My name is Jolene and I have 19 + years of experience in the early years sector. Over the years I have worked across several settings in different roles while completing a degree in childhood practice. I have been in management roles for over 8 years Working closely with staff, management, and parents as well as local authorities and care inspectorate to drive improvements within the settings to create strong, passionate teams and ensure we are providing the highest standard of care and learning for our children and families.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wee Gems - Livingston

What is the Age Range of Children that Wee Gems - Livingston accepts?

Wee Gems - Livingston accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Wee Gems - Livingston Open?

Wee Gems - Livingston is open: Monday 07:00-18:15, Tuesday 07:00-18:15, Wednesday 07:00-18:15, Thursday 07:00-18:15, Friday 07:00-18:15.

How many Children does Wee Gems - Livingston have capacity for?

Wee Gems - Livingston has capacity for a total of 89 Children.

How far is Wee Gems - Livingston to the centre of Livingston?

1.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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