Nurseries in Alcester
Alcester is an attractive market town in South Warwickshire, known for its community feel, family-friendly neighbourhoods and good access to Stratford-upon-Avon, Redditch and Evesham. Covering postcode district B49, it includes areas such as Oversley Green, Kings Coughton and Arrow. Nursery demand is steady, with strong interest around newer housing developments and popular primary school catchments.
Parents in Alcester typically pay £74 per day for childcare, which is slightly 2% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £74
- Comparison
- -2% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 216 places
Nurseries near you in Alcester
Frequently Asked Questions
In Warwickshire, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing and availability. School and council nurseries usually offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after your child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier depending on circumstances or work status.
Across England all 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 funded hours per week, with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds also qualify based on household circumstances, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may access funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare provides a 20 percent government top-up to help with nursery costs.
Nursery fees in Alcester typically range from £55–£115 per day, with higher rates near primary school clusters and new housing areas.
All nurseries in Alcester are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Warwickshire County Council.
Ask about outdoor space, curriculum style, meal charges, staff retention and how funded hours are delivered.
Applying for funding
Alcester is covered by Warwickshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Warwickshire County Council website
