Welcoming Spring at Willow Den
Winter never really slows things down at Willow Den. If anything, it’s one of the busiest and most exciting times …
5 reasons being in nature is great for wee ones!
Picture this: a world where children trade their screens and plastic toys for climbing trees and making dens. At Willow …
All our flexible placement options explained
We get lots of questions about the different options for booking in at Willow Den – from using funded hours, …
Unleash the Magic of Nature with Forest Fridays at Willow Den
In the midst of our fast-paced, tech-driven world, there’s a growing recognition of the importance of introducing children to the …
Partnering with Spotty Otter to get the best outdoor gear for your little pups
Now, he’s an OTTER you can’t refuse! We’re proud to be partnering with outdoor clothing brand Spotty Otter. Our collective aim to …
How do I get started at Willow Den Nursery?
If you’re considering joining our outdoor nursery community, you’re in for a treat. In this blog post, we’ll guide you …
Outdoor vs indoor – why outdoor nursery is a great learning environment
When children are starting out at Willow Den, parents often want to know whether they will learn as much as …
Thriving outdoors whatever the weather
One of the most common questions we get asked by parents when they are considering fully outdoor nursery is “what …
A warm Willow Den welcome
A new families’ experience of joining the Willow Den community. “With a year to go before starting school, we decided …
High praise from Care Inspectorate
Willow Den at Spartans, Scotland’s first outdoor nursery at a football facility, received 5’s across the board in its first review visit by the Care Inspectorate.
