The Nursery at St Margaret's

15-17 Albyn Place, Aberdeen AB10 1RU
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St Margaret’s Nursery believes the early years are a magical time of discovery, imagination, and growth. They provide a warm, nurturing environment where children aged 3 to 5 build strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, wellbeing, and independence — all through the power of play. With a convenient city centre location at 17 Albyn Pl, Aberdeen, AB10 1RU, it also boasts local access to green spaces, as well as their own safe, secure grassed play area.

Why Choose St Margaret’s Nursery?
•        Child-Led Learning:
Their curriculum is shaped by children’s natural curiosity. Through guided and free play, young learners develop creativity, problem-solving skills, and confidence.
•        Specialist Sessions:
Children enjoy music, dance, and gym each week with specialist teachers.
•        Experienced, Caring Staff:
Their team includes a qualified Nursery Teacher, Early Years Practitioners, and Support Workers.

Outdoor Adventures Await
St Margaret’s believe the outdoors is one of the best places to learn. Their Wee Green Spaces programme takes children on regular local adventures where they explore, play, and grow in confidence. Whether it’s building dens, spotting landmarks, or rolling down grassy hills, these experiences support physical development, imagination, and resilience — all while having fun.

Session Times & Extra Care
Core Hours:
The nursery is open from 8:00am – 2:20pm (Term time, 36 weeks) — Fully funded
Optional Extras:
•        After School Care:
2:20pm – 4:15pm or 2:20pm – 5:30pm (Additional charge)
•        Holiday Club:
Available during selected school breaks.

Fully Funded Nursery Places
Thanks to St Margaret’s partnership with Aberdeen City Council, they offer up to 1140 hours of free early learning and childcare each school year for eligible children.
To find out more, contact their Admissions Officer.

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Care Provided by The Nursery at St Margaret's

  • Type of Service
  • Nursery School – Local Authority Owned
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • St Margaret's School for Girls
  • Person in charge
  • Allison Stephen (Manager (Maternity Cover))
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 9
  • Total Places for Children
  • 40
  • Age Range
    • from 3 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-14:20
    Tuesday 08:00-14:20
    Wednesday 08:00-14:20
    Thursday 08:00-14:20
    Friday 08:00-14:20
  • When Closed
  • Out with school term time

Funding & Fees Guide for The Nursery at St Margaret's

  • Through their partnership with Aberdeen City Council, St Margaret’s School is pleased to be able to offer fully funded nursery places up to 1140 hours per school year for all eligible children.


    Funding is paid directly from Aberdeen City Council to St Margaret’s School for Girls and will be detailed on your invoice.


    Your child is eligible for an Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) place if his/her birthday is between the following dates:


    1 March 2021 to 28 February 2022 – Ante-Pre-School Year


    1 March 2020 to 28 February 2021 – Pre-school Year


    Children are entitled to an ELC place in the school term following their third birthday.


    The core funded full-time hours are currently 8.00am - 2.20pm (term-time 36 weeks) i.e. 1140 hours per school year fully funded by by Aberdeen City Council.


    After School Care in the nursery is available from either 2.20pm – 4.15pm or 2.20pm - 5.30pm at an additional cost. A very popular Holiday Club is available for certain weeks of the school holidays.


    Further details can be obtained by contacting our Admissions Officer on 01224 584466 or admissions@st-margaret.uk who will be happy to help.

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Meet the Team (2)

Alison

Alison Stephen

Job Title: Maternity Leave Cover Nursery Manager

Joined: 2023

Alison qualified with a BA in Childhood Practice (with distinction), before also undertaking a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education.


Having had her own private nursery from 2008 to 2022, Alison then worked for Aberdeen City Council nurseries, before working at a private world wide nursery company. Being in a private school has completed her cycle of being a manager in all types of child care setting and with that, Alison brings a hugely impressive depth of experience and skill set.


Laura

Laura Simpson

Job Title: Nursery Teacher

Joined: 2019

Laura attended Aberdeen College and gained and HNC in Early Childhood Education, before working for a couple of years as a Nursery Nurse. She then enrolled at Aberdeen University and completed a B.Ed (Hons) Primary.


Laura started her teaching career in Edinburgh and worked there for a number of years, teaching in all stages of Primary School before returning to Aberdeen where she took up a post teaching in Inverurie. She worked in the same school for 9 years, teaching again in a variety of stages but spent the majority of her time in Early Years (p1-2).


In April 2019, Laura started work as a Nursery Teacher at St Margarets. She is passionate about the Early Years and supporting the children as the lead in their learning. Laura loves working as part of the team at St Margaret's nursery, to ensure their children get the best possible start to their early education.


Frequently Asked Questions about The Nursery at St Margaret's

What is the Age Range of Children that The Nursery at St Margaret's accepts?

The Nursery at St Margaret's accepts Children aged from 3 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is The Nursery at St Margaret's Open?

The Nursery at St Margaret's is open: Monday 08:00-14:20, Tuesday 08:00-14:20, Wednesday 08:00-14:20, Thursday 08:00-14:20, Friday 08:00-14:20.

How many Children does The Nursery at St Margaret's have capacity for?

The Nursery at St Margaret's has capacity for a total of 40 Children.

How far is The Nursery at St Margaret's to the centre of Aberdeen?

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

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