Nurseries in Barnsley
Barnsley is the largest town in the Barnsley Metropolitan Borough and acts as the main commercial and residential hub for the area. With strong transport links via the M1 and direct rail services to Leeds, Sheffield and Manchester, it is a popular choice for families seeking convenient access to childcare, schools and green spaces. Demand for nursery places is consistently strong across both the town centre neighbourhoods and new-build estates.
Parents in Barnsley typically pay £71 per day for childcare, which is slightly 5% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £71
- Comparison
- -5% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,827 places
Nurseries near you in Barnsley
Frequently Asked Questions
In Barnsley, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old. School-based nurseries generally 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 household income or work status.
All 3 and 4 year olds in England receive 15 funded hours per week, with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds may qualify based on specific household circumstances, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may also access funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare offers a 20 percent government contribution towards nursery costs.
Nursery fees in Barnsley generally range from £45–£65 per day, with higher prices in commuter areas close to junctions of the M1 or around new housing developments.
All nurseries in Barnsley are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Barnsley Council.
Applying for funding
Barnsley is covered by Barnsley Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Barnsley Council website
