Primrose City Nursery

30/07/2026

Meet the finalists for the Nurture and Wellbeing Trailblazer Award at the first ever Early Years Scotland Awards.

This award honours practice that places children’s emotional safety, secure relationships and wellbeing at the heart of everyday experiences. It celebrates those who create calm, nurturing environments where children feel safe, supported and cared for across all early learning and childcare contexts.

The finalists are:

⭐️Ivy In The Park Nursery
⭐️Primrose City Nursery
⭐️Kirktonholme Childcare at Tollcross
⭐️Little Larch Nursery
⭐️Bushes Primary ELC Class

Join us on Saturday 15 August at the Radisson Blu in Glasgow as we celebrate together.

🎟 Tickets available now 👉 https://earlyyearsscotland.org/events/early-years-scotland-awards/

28/07/2026

💛 Every Conversation Matters 💛

At Primrose City Nursery, we know that some of the most important moments in a child's day don't happen during planned activities, they happen through the little conversations, shared smiles, and meaningful interactions with the adults around them.

Whether we're chatting about a tower they've built, wondering where a ladybird is going, singing songs together, or simply listening as they tell us about their favourite dinosaur, these everyday moments are incredibly powerful.

Positive interactions help children to:
🌼 Build confidence and self-esteem.
🗣️ Develop their language and communication skills.
🧠 Strengthen their thinking and problem-solving.
💛 Feel safe, valued and emotionally secure.
🌍 Make sense of the world around them.

Our team are passionate about getting down to children's level, following their interests, asking thoughtful questions, introducing new vocabulary, and taking the time to really listen. We don't just supervise play, we join in, extend learning, and build genuine relationships that help every child thrive.

We are incredibly proud of the warm, nurturing atmosphere we've created at Primrose City Nursery, where every child is seen, heard and celebrated every single day.

Because sometimes the smallest conversations make the biggest difference. 🌼

23/07/2026

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🌼 Do you think being covered in playdough, finding glitter in your shoes three days later, and having tiny humans proudly hand you a "cup of tea" made from muddy water sounds like a great day at work?

If you answered "absolutely!" then we might have the perfect job for you! 💛

We're looking for a caring, enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our amazing team at Primrose City Nursery. Every day is different – one minute you're building dinosaur habitats, the next you're leading a dance party, comforting a little one, or celebrating a child's biggest milestones.

If you have a passion for helping children learn, grow and blossom, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 Send your CV to [email protected]

🌼 Come and help little minds blossom at Primrose City Nursery. 💛

21/07/2026

✨ The simplest resources can provide some of the richest learning experiences. 💛

Our babies have been enjoying exploring a variety of loose parts, including wooden rings, pom poms, cupcake cases and pegs. Through filling, emptying, balancing, posting, throwing and exploring different textures, they are developing important skills such as fine motor control, problem-solving, concentration and creativity, all through child-led play.

Loose parts don't need to be expensive either! Many everyday household items can provide endless opportunities for learning and discovery at home.

What are your child's favourite everyday objects to explore? We'd love to hear in the comments! 😊👇

17/07/2026

🌟 We're Finalists! 🌟

We are incredibly proud to announce that Primrose City Nursery has been selected as a Finalist in the Nurture & Wellbeing Trailblazer Award category at the inaugural Early Years Scotland Awards 2026! 🏆💜

To be recognised as one of only FIVE finalists in the whole of Scotland is an incredible honour and a true reflection of the passion, dedication and care our amazing team shows every single day.

This achievement belongs to every member of our nursery community. To our wonderful staff, thank you for always going above and beyond to create a nurturing, inspiring environment where children can thrive. To our amazing children and families, thank you for trusting us to be part of your journey. Your support means everything to us.

Being named as a finalist is already something we're immensely proud of, and we're looking forward to celebrating alongside so many fantastic early years professionals at the awards ceremony.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Primrose City Nursery. Whatever happens on the night, we'll continue doing what we love most, giving children the very best start in life. 💜

Please help us celebrate by liking, commenting and sharing this fantastic news! 🎉

15/07/2026

💜 An Inspiration to Us All! 💜

We are incredibly proud to share that Susan Govan, one of the Directors of our family of nurseries, is taking on an amazing challenge to raise funds for CHAS, Children's Hospices Across Scotland.

On 19th July, Susan will be skydiving from an aeroplane in support of this wonderful charity, helping to make a difference to the lives of children and families who need it most.

At 73 years young, Susan continues to inspire us all with her energy, sense of adventure, and unwavering commitment to children. Anyone who knows Susan knows that she always puts the needs of children at the heart of every decision she makes, and this incredible challenge is no exception.

Her passion, kindness, and nurturing spirit have touched the lives of so many children, families, and colleagues over the years. She reminds us all that age is no barrier when your heart is full of purpose and determination.

Susan, we are all behind you and wish you every success as you take this incredible leap! We know you'll soar just as you have throughout your life, leading with compassion, courage, and an endless dedication to giving children the very best.

If you would like to support Susan, you can donate or simply share her fundraising page here:
💜 https://gofund.me/9badf4184

There is absolutely no obligation to donate, but every donation and every share helps raise awareness and supports the incredible work CHAS does for children and families across Scotland.

Please join us in wishing Susan the very best of luck on 19th July, we couldn't be prouder! 💜🪂✈️

Most people my age might be thinking about putting their feet up... but on 19th July … Susan Govan needs your support for I'm jumping out of a plane for CHAS!

14/07/2026

Clothing Grant for School Children.

You may be entitled to a clothing grant if your child attends a school in Glasgow and you receive qualifying benefits.

For the 2026/27 school year, eligible families can receive:
• £120 for each child attending primary school
• £150 for each child attending secondary school

Applications for the 2026/27 Clothing Grant are now open.

For more information, click https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/schoolsandlearning

01/07/2026

✨ Meet Our Team – Megan ✨

We're delighted to introduce Megan, one of our fantastic Senior Early Years Practitioners here at Primrose City Nursery. 💚
With over 10 years' experience in early years education, Megan brings warmth, creativity and a genuine passion for helping children learn and thrive. She loves supporting children's natural curiosity through play and creating meaningful learning experiences that help every child reach their full potential.
Take a moment to get to know a little more about Megan and the person behind the role. We're so lucky to have her as part of the Primrose City Nursery family! 🌿

29/06/2026

🌿 WE'RE HIRING! 🌿

Payroll Administrator | 35 Hours per Week | Permanent

Do you love a spreadsheet, thrive on keeping things organised, and enjoy being the person everyone can rely on? If you're looking for a role where your work genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

At Ivy in the Park, we're more than just a nursery, we're a family of passionate people dedicated to giving children the very best start in life. Behind every happy child and supported team is a great Payroll Administrator... and that could be you!

💚 What you'll love about working with us:
✨ Be part of a warm, supportive team
✨ Competitive salary
✨ Ongoing training and development
✨ Family-friendly employer
✨ Pension scheme, wellbeing support, discounts and more
✨ Make a real impact behind the scenes in a growing organisation

We're looking for someone who is:
🌟 Organised and detail-focused
🌟 Friendly, approachable and trustworthy
🌟 Confident working with payroll systems and spreadsheets
🌟 A great communicator who enjoys helping others
🌟 Ready to become part of something special

If you're looking for your next opportunity with a company that truly values its people, we'd love to welcome you to Team Ivy.

📧 Send your CV or get in touch with Susan at [email protected] to find out more.

🍃 Come and help our people flourish, so together we can help every child thrive.

26/06/2026

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