For friendly and reliable childcare services in Dumfries and the surrounding areas contact Maxwelltown Playcare. Our aim is to provide high quality childcare, baby care and Early Learning and Care Services from 12 weeks to 5 years and Afterschool and Holiday care for children up to 12 years old. All our staff are fully trained to SVQ level 3 and above, are qualified in Paediatric First Aid and Child Protection, we continually develop our skills and train to keep up to date with the latest legislation. Enabling children to have positive and essential opportunities for child centered play and learning, provide the means for parents to pursue work, study or other activities with peace of mind knowing their children are being cared for in a safe, creative and stimulating environment where all staff are valued, supported and recognize the important role that they play. 

Maxwelltown Playcare follows the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) principles of the Scottish Government ensuring that all children are able to achieve their potential and are – safe, healthy, achieving, nurtured, active, respected, responsible and included. We believe that challenging, exciting play opportunities result in children becoming confident indiviuals, effective contributers, successful learners and responsible citizens.