Nurture, Play, Discover – The Den Way
Welcome to THE DEN EARLY YEARS Family
At The Den Early Years, we believe every child deserves the very best start in life. Located on King Street in Aberdeen, our nursery provides a caring and nurturing environment where children aged 0–5 years can learn, play, and grow. We are proud to offer high-quality early years education guided by Scotland’s Quality Improvement Framework, and a warm, family-like atmosphere that makes both children and parents feel at home. We invite you to learn more about us – our story, our team, our approach, and why you should choose The Den Early Years.
Our Story
The Den Early Years was founded with a simple yet powerful vision: create a home away from home for young children. Sangeet Chopra, our owner and a dedicated primary teacher, started the nursery out of her passion for early childhood education and her belief in nurturing each child’s unique potential. Situated on King Street, our nursery will endeavour to become a friendly part of the community. Our ethos is rooted in love, care, and respect – we strive to provide a safe, loving space where little ones feel valued and happy every day.
Our journey is just beginning, and we’re excited to grow from a small group of families into a warm, welcoming community of curious little learners. As we prepare to open our doors, we’re excited to begin building strong partnerships with families, knowing that working together is key to each child’s happiness and success. Our story is just beginning, and we look forward to every child becoming a special part of it.
Our Team
Behind our warm atmosphere is an experienced and passionate team devoted to your child’s wellbeing. Sangeet Chopra, our owner, brings her expertise as a qualified primary school teacher to lead The Den Early Years. Sangeet’s educational background and hands-on teaching experience ensure that our nursery’s programs are both fun and enriching. Her vision sets the tone for a place where children are encouraged to be curious and confident from a young age.
Day-to-day, the nursery is expertly run by our manager, Nicole Milne, who has worked in childcare for many years. Nicole’s extensive experience with early years children shines through in everything we do. She leads our team of caring practitioners with warmth and professionalism, making sure each child receives personalised attention. Nicole is always approachable and ready to support families – whether it’s sharing a milestone your child achieved or answering any questions you might have.
Together, Sangeet, Nicole, and the entire staff form a close-knit team committed to excellence in childcare. Our team includes both qualified staff and those working towards their qualifications. Every member of our team is thoroughly vetted and, most importantly, shares a genuine passion for nurturing and supporting young children. We regularly invest in staff training and development, so our team stays up-to-date with the best practices in early education.
Our Approach
At The Den Early Years, we take a holistic, play-based approach to learning and care. Following Scotland’s Curriculum for Excellence, we offer a broad range of fun, age-appropriate activities that support your child’s development in language, maths, creativity, and more. From sensory play for babies to early literacy games for preschoolers, every experience is designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and help children thrive.
At The Den Early Years, we’re inspired by Realising the Ambition: Being Me, Scotland’s national guidance for early learning. This helps us create warm, engaging spaces where children feel safe, supported, and eager to learn. Our team takes time to build strong relationships with each child, encouraging learning through play, curiosity, and meaningful interactions — all in an environment carefully designed to spark imagination and growth.
At The Den Early Years, care and nurture are at the heart of everything we do. We follow the principles of GIRFEC (Getting It Right for Every Child) — Scotland’s national approach to supporting children’s wellbeing. Every child is recognised as an individual, and we work closely with families and other professionals, when needed, to ensure their needs are fully met. Our approach supports all aspects of wellbeing, helping children feel safe, healthy, confident, and included. By combining a warm, supportive atmosphere with a rich, play-based curriculum, we help children grow not only academically but also socially and emotionally — at their own pace.
Why Choose Us
We understand that choosing the right early years setting is a big decision for any parent. As we prepare to open The Den Early Years, our aim is to make that choice easier by creating a welcoming, nurturing environment where your child can begin their learning journey with confidence. Here’s what makes The Den Early Years a special place for children and families.
Thank you for considering The Den Early Years! We’re all about making learning fun and ensuring every child feels happy, safe, and valued. We'd love for you to come and see what we’re all about — you're warmly invited to visit, meet our friendly team, and watch the children play and learn in our cosy, welcoming spaces. We’re confident you’ll feel the difference as soon as you walk through the door. If you have any questions, want to find out more, or would like to arrange a visit, just get in touch.
We can’t wait to welcome you and your little one into The Den family!
Warm, Family-Like Atmosphere: We offer a welcoming, home-like environment where children feel safe, loved, and respected — helping them settle quickly and grow in confidence from day one.
Experienced Leadership: Led by a qualified teacher and a skilled childcare manager, our nursery benefits from expert guidance and a strong focus on quality care and learning.
Dedicated & Qualified Staff: Our caring team brings warmth and curiosity each day, with ongoing training to ensure the best for your child’s learning and wellbeing.
Comprehensive Early Education: We follow the Curriculum for Excellence, delivering all areas of learning through rich, play-based experiences. Our daily activities are thoughtfully planned to nurture creativity, support early literacy and numeracy, encourage outdoor discovery, and inspire movement and music, all tailored to each child’s age and stage of development.
Modern Best Practices: Our daily routines are shaped by the most up-to-date early years guidance, including Realising the Ambition and GIRFEC. This helps us provide care that is not only nurturing and supportive but also aligned with best practice — placing each child’s wellbeing, rights, and individual development at the heart of everything we do.
Full Age Range (0–5 years): We care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers under one roof. This continuity means siblings can stay together, and children can smoothly transition through each developmental stage until they are ready for primary school.
Convenient Hours for Families: We understand the needs of busy parents. That’s why we are open from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Our extended hours offer flexibility for working families while ensuring children have a full day of engaging learning and play.
Community and Partnership: Located on King Street, we’re proud to be part of the local community. We build strong partnerships with families through open communication, regular updates, and welcoming parent involvement in events and everyday nursery life.
Safe and Stimulating Environment: Your child’s safety and wellbeing come first. Our nursery is clean, secure, and thoughtfully designed for little ones — from cosy baby areas to exciting outdoor spaces. We follow strict health, safety, and hygiene standards, giving you complete peace of mind as your child learns and plays.
Nurture, Play, Discover
The Den Way