Trusted Nursery in Dullatur and Cumbernauld, Caring for Children for Over 25 Years
A Place Where Every Child is Valued, Included, and Inspired
Craigard Nursery in Dullatur has over 25 years of experience providing high-quality childcare and early years education. We nurture each child’s curiosity, confidence, and creativity in a safe and welcoming environment.
Opening Times
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 6pm
Health Promoting Nursery
Gold Award
Care Inspectorate Registered ‘Good’ to ‘Very Good’
25 Years Serving Cumbernauld Families
Eco School
Accredited
Curriculum for
Excellence Aligned
🏆 Recognised as One of the UK's Top 20 Nurseries Nursery Compare Excellence Awards 2025–2026
We’re delighted to announce that Craigard Nursery has been named one of the UK’s Top 20 Nurseries for 2025–2026 by Nursery Compare, one of the country’s leading independent nursery review platforms.
This achievement is a true reflection of the passion, consistency, and everyday care shown by our team. It’s a celebration we’re honoured to share with every family who trusts us with their child, and with the incredible staff who make Craigard the special place it is
See our listing on Nursery Compare
Your Local Nursery with a Big Heart
For over 25 years, Craigard Nursery has been a trusted part of the Cumbernauld community — providing nurturing childcare and exceptional early years education for children aged 0 to 5. We know that choosing a nursery is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent. That’s why every child at Craigard is known, valued, and genuinely cared about — not just cared for.
What makes Craigard different is the consistency of care, experience, and relationships that run through everything we do. Many of our team have been with us for years — some for decades. Our Nursery Manager, Karen, has been part of the Craigard family for over 20 years. We don’t just meet ratios. We focus on meaningful interactions, genuine attachments, and creating a space where children feel safe, confident, and excited to come every morning.
Our approach to early learning is play-based, intentional, and aligned to Curriculum for Excellence and Realising the Ambition — Scotland’s national guidance for early years. From baby room to pre-school, every stage is thoughtfully planned to support your child’s development: language, independence, social skills, and the confidence they’ll need when they start school. We also place real emphasis on outdoor learning, giving children space to explore, take risks, and grow.
Craigard is recognised for the quality of our care. We hold Eco School status and a Health Promoting Nursery — Gold award. Our Care Inspectorate inspections have consistently returned ‘Good’ to ‘Very Good’ ratings across Care and Support, Environment, and Staffing. These aren’t just badges — they’re independent, external confirmation that we do what we say we do.
Download Our Parent Info Pack
Key information about Craigard, the parent pack is your comprehensive guide to becoming part of the Craigard Family!
Our Parent Information Pack includes everything you need to know about our values & practice, active learning food & healthy choices and fees and funding.
Once you have read through it, be sure to book your visit, so we can show you around!
⭐ 100% Parent Satisfaction ⭐
100% of parents would recommend us to other families
(March 2026 Survey)
Over 25 years’ experience in early years education
Safe, nurturing setting with extensive outdoor space
Open 51 weeks a year, with flexible childcare sessions
We welcome children from approximately 3 months to 5 years of age, across our baby, toddler, and pre-school rooms.
Yes. Craigard Nursery is fully registered with the Care Inspectorate and has received consistently positive grades, including ‘Very Good’ for staffing. You can view our inspection reports on the Care Inspectorate website.
We are located in Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire. Please contact us for our full address, opening times, and directions.
Simply get in touch via our contact form or call us directly. We offer free, no-obligation tours so you can see the nursery, meet the team, and ask any questions before making a decision.
Yes. Our early learning programme is fully aligned to Curriculum for Excellence and Realising the Ambition, Scotland’s national framework for early years education.
Please contact us directly for our current opening hours, as these may vary by session type. We will be happy to discuss a schedule that works for your family.
