A spokesperson for Childcare First, who run the nursery, said: “All of us at Childcare First are committed to working with Renfrewshire Council to deal with the reduction and eventual withdrawal of children’s services funding to the Company.
“In dealing with the impact of this reduction in funding the Company has taken the decision to effectively close Hillview Nursery from 31st March 2019.
“Our priority at present is to support our staff, children and families during this very difficult time and to work with Renfrewshire Council to find solutions for the families involved.”
A Renfrewshire Council spokesperson, said: “Providing accessible and affordable high-quality childcare to all children in Renfrewshire is our priority.
“We are committed to delivering 1140 hours of early learning and childcare by 2020, in line with the Scottish Government’s target, and ensuring all private and voluntary childcare services in Renfrewshire are supported to meet this deadline is essential.
“Historically the Council provided Childcare First with financial support to ensure that there was flexible and affordable childcare in the Ferguslie and Shortroods areas.
“With the change in the amount of childcare to be provided, we have reviewed funding arrangements to ensure a consistent approach for all childcare providers in the independent and voluntary sector.
“We understand that Childcare First have made the decision to close Hillview Nursery from 31 March next year.
“There is sufficient capacity for alternative childcare provision for all children attending Hillview Nursery and we continue to work with Childcare First and parents to ensure all children have the most appropriate solution for their needs.”