Located in the grounds of one of Scotland’s most iconic landmarks, Willow Den at the Falkirk Wheel (just off car park 4), offers a unique space amongst the birch woods for your little one to fall in love with the outdoors.
Our nursery is open for children from age 3 until they join primary school. You are welcome to come and explore our site with you little from age 2 upwards at one of our Nursery Open Day sessions.
COME AND EXPLORE: Click here to complete our enquiry form and one of our team will be in touch to find a date and time that suits you.
FUNDED PLACES AVAILABLE
We offer funded places. Click on the button below to book your woodland nursery place now! (Children 3 years and over).
You’re bound to have questions…
We often get asked questions by parents interested in Willow Den, so here we’ve answered some of the most common questions to put your mind at ease.
- What is being at Outdoor Nursery like? (parents reveal all!)
- Why is Outdoor Nursery great for wee ones?
- What will happen when the weather is bad?
- Outdoor vs indoor – will my child learn as much at an outdoor nursery?
- How do we get started at Willow Den?
Check out the video below to get a feel for what life is like at Willow Den…
Used all your funded hours? You can buy more! See the fee table below.
| Fees 2023/24 | ||
| Full Long Day (Monday to Thursday) | 8.30am – 4.30pm | £52.50 |
| Fees 2024/25 – from 1st August 2024 | ||
| Full Long Day (Monday to Thursday) | 8.30am -4.30pm | £53.75 |
| Morning Only (Monday to Friday) | 8.30am – 12.30pm | £28.75 |
Included:
- morning snack
- afternoon snack
For more information download our Fee Schedule:
Funded Places
For more information on funded places check out our FAQs
Summer at Willow Den at The Falkirk Wheel
This summer we have a lots of ways children can play, learn and have fun in the great Scottish sunshine!
Summer Sessions – outdoor holiday club
Join our holiday club Monday-Thurs for children aged 3 – 5 over the summer. Choose from full day 08.30am to 4.30pm or mornings only 08.30am to 12.30pm.
We’ll spend our days in the fresh air learning in the great outdoors, and doing fun activities like an adventure to the Kelpies, making some delicious soup on the fire or cooking up magic in our mud kitchens!
Bring along your love for the outdoors and your packed lunch.
What’s included:
- Two hot snacks
- Cost £52.50 Full Day £28.00 Morning Only
Forest Fridays
Every Friday from June from 8:30am – 12:30pm.
Come along to camp and get a taste of life here at Willow Den at The Falkirk Wheel! Explore our Small World loose parts play, music corner OR make some art inspired by our stunning woodland setting!
These offer great taster sessions if you are thinking about outdoor nursery but want to find out more.
Cost: £28.00
Willow Den at The Falkirk Wheel
Lime Road
Falkirk
FK1 4RS
0131 376 0080
CI registration number: CS2022000231
Enquiries
Contact Willow Den at The Falkirk Wheel with your enquiry and one of our friendly team will be in touch – complete the enquiry form by clicking below or reach our Nursery Manager, Karen, directly on 07940 146 078
Wee Willows Toddler Group
Come along with a grown up to join our new Wee Willows Toddler Group, Monday and Fridays mornings from June 2024.
These sessions are perfect for 18 months to 3 years who love adventure, mud pies and exploring our natural world.
Book your place now:
FAQ
You probably have lots more questions, and we would really like the chance to answer these. We’ve compiled a handy list, to give you an idea of the Willow Den experience.
Nursery Closure Dates
Closure Dates 2024-25
- Staff Training Day – Friday 9th August 2024
- Winter Holiday – nursery closes at 4.30pm Thursday 19th December 2024 and reopens from 8am Monday 6th January 2025
- Staff Training Day – Monday 5th May 2025
