An Angus nursery with an “outstanding reputation” has been forced to close due to a lack of space.
Eassie Early Years nursery, which runs out of Eassie Primary School – to the east of Meigle – will close on June 27.
Angus Council says it is no longer able to provide capacity for the nursery in the school.
One mum, who asked to remain anonymous, wrote in a letter to the school: “My daughter is currently enrolled at Eassie Early Years, and the decision to send her there is based on numerous compelling reasons.
“The nursery has an outstanding reputation and the staff are truly exceptional.
Closure of Eassie Early Years ‘a great loss’
“The team at Eassie Early Years is nurturing and has a keen understanding of my daughter’s individual needs, consistently meeting them with precision.
“The environment is not only stunning but fosters a joyful and fun atmosphere for my child.
“As parents, we feel highly included, and the staff consistently exceed expectations to ensure that all children receive the utmost care and attention.
“The children receive an exceptional experience here, and it would be a great loss to many if this nursery were to close.”
Eassie Early Years received “very good” ratings in three out of four areas after an inspection in May 2023.
Loss of space for Eassie Early Years due to increasing school roll
Heather Donnachie, who sits on the nursery’s parent committee, said: “We received this sad news in an email.
“We have been told that due to the school role increasing there is no longer space for the nursery.
“This is a devastating blow to many parents, especially as there appears to be no alternative accommodation available.”
A spokeswoman for Angus Council said: “Eassie Early Years is a contracted partner provider with Angus Council which has been located in Eassie Primary School from 2020.
“Unfortunately, due to capacity issues within Eassie Primary School, we are no longer able to provide the space for Eassie Early Years to operate within the building.
“Local authority officers have worked with the manager to explore other options but regrettably there are no current alternatives which are feasible.
“Angus Council are grateful to the staff at Eassie Early Years for their commitment to supporting children and families over the years.
“The council have been working with parents from Eassie Early Years to support them as they plan for their continued early learning and childcare journey.”
Spaces at other nurseries as Eassie Early Years closing
An email to parents from the council said: “Early Years officers will be in touch with families to support them in this process.
“The children who would have continued at Eassie Early Years in 2024-25 or have applied to begin playgroup for (the) next session will be welcome to apply for places at Newtyle or Auchterhouse ELC or any of Angus Council partner providers in the area.
“Spaces for eligible two-year-olds are currently available in Charleston Playgroup and Tiddlywinks Nursery in Dundee.
“Angus Council will also register Newtyle and Auchterhouse ELC settings for eligible two-year-olds.”
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