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OUR MISSION

Is to provide quality, play-based childcare which
supports children’s individual development and gives
families confidence in their care. We invest everything
into changing lives through the power of play.

OUR VISION

At Simply Play, we envision a Scotland where families trust their
children are nurtured, supported, and thriving in quality childcare
settings - places where children can be themselves, and simply play.

Through attendance at Simply Play or Wonder Woods, our children will:

Have access Be cared for Thrive in fun, Be safe,
to high- and supported playful, and secure, and
quality play in their child-centred protected
opportunities individual settings from harm
development

SUPPORTING TRAINING & EMPLOYABILITY

In 2025 we have welcomed 10 new Modern Apprentices who are a valuable addition to our
staff team. All of our new Social Service Children & Young People Modern Apprentices
complete their studies through West Lothian College and Carousel Training but still attend our
East Calder venue for their induction and ongoing support. Moving forward, we will be building
in more understanding of Simply Play as a social enterprise that supports Play Works and also
introducing Play Theory.

STAFF NEWS

Caitlin J Teigan Jordyn, Nikita Caitlin L
& Calum

was promoted is now a Play all completed completed her
to Childcare Worker at their SVQ 3 in MA at Wester
Manager at Craigsfarm. Social Service Inch and is now
Craigsfarm. Children & a Play Worker
Young People. at Murieston

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