Nurseries in Batley
Batley is a major town in North Kirklees, offering a wide range of early years settings in both urban and suburban neighbourhoods. It has strong community links, good schools and quick access to Leeds and Dewsbury.
Parents in Batley typically pay £72 per day for childcare, which is slightly 5% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £72
- Comparison
- -5% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 616 places
Nurseries near you in Batley
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Batley usually accept children from 3 months old, with school nurseries offering places from age 3. Some eligible 2 year olds may access funded places earlier.
Children aged 3 and 4 receive 15 funded hours per week, with many working families eligible for 30 hours. Certain 2 year olds and eligible working parents of children from 9 months can also access funded childcare support.
Nursery fees in Batley are typically between £48–£95 per day.
All settings are regulated by Ofsted, with funding overseen by Kirklees Council.
Ask about outdoor access, curriculum style, funded hour patterns and any extra meal or activity charges.
Applying for funding
Batley is covered by Kirklees Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Kirklees Council website

