Nurseries in Blackpool
Blackpool is a major coastal town with a large population, vibrant tourism economy and strong community networks. Covering FY1–FY4, it includes South Shore, North Shore, Bispham and central areas. Families benefit from beaches, parks, attractions, family centres and extensive early years services. Nursery demand varies seasonally but remains steady due to high local birth rates and significant residential areas beyond the tourist centre.
Parents in Blackpool typically pay £67 per day for childcare, which is slightly 11% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £67
- Comparison
- -11% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,778 places
Nurseries near you in Blackpool
Frequently Asked Questions
In Blackpool, private nurseries often accept children from around 3 months old. Council and school-based nurseries typically offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after a child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible sooner depending on circumstances.
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 Blackpool typically range from £45–£85 per day, with coastal and tourist-area settings sometimes charging higher rates.
All nurseries in Blackpool are regulated by Ofsted. Early years funding for Blackpool is administered jointly with Lancashire County Council and Blackpool Council services.
Ask about safety policies given the busy tourist areas, outdoor space provision, opening hours, funded hours delivery, and meal or activity charges.
Applying for funding
Blackpool is covered by Lancashire County Council / Blackpool Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Lancashire County Council / Blackpool Council website
