Nurseries in Boldon
Boldon, including Boldon Colliery, East Boldon and West Boldon, is a popular residential area offering a village feel, good schools, access to the A19 and a range of nurseries, preschools and childminders. Families value its green spaces, community spirit and proximity to shopping centres and employment hubs.
Parents in Boldon typically pay £76 per day for childcare, which is slightly 1% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £76
- Comparison
- +1% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 126 places
Nurseries near you in Boldon
Frequently Asked Questions
In Boldon, most nurseries take children from around 3 months old. School nurseries generally offer places for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. Funded early education is available from the term after a child turns 3, with earlier support available for some 2 year olds depending on eligibility.
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.
Childcare costs in Boldon typically range from £50–£90 per day depending on the setting, age group and opening hours.
All nurseries in Boldon are inspected by Ofsted, with funded places overseen by South Tyneside Council.
Ask about staff qualifications, outdoor space, links with schools, how funded hours are delivered and any additional costs for meals, nappies or outings.
Applying for funding
Boldon is covered by South Tyneside Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the South Tyneside Council website
