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Our aim is simple, we want parents in Scotland to be able to choose an outdoor nursery experience for their children. That’s why we created Willow Den. Our nursery is safe yet exciting, where children can connect with nature, in green spaces close to home.

Source: www.willowden.scot · 20 Apr 2026

Care Inspectorate rating

Care, play and learningGrade 5

SettingGrade 5

Staff teamGrade 5

LeadershipGrade 4

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Willow Den at The Falkirk Wheel, with a capacity for 32 children, was inspected on 2024-07-31 under the management of Karen Dickson. The nursery received Very Good grades for care, play and learning, as well as its setting and staff team. Leadership was rated as Good. For more detailed information, see the full inspection report.

Last inspected 31 July 2024

Team

Registered managerKaren Dickson

Location in Falkirk

Falkirk Wheel British Waterways, Lime Road, Falkirk

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