Nurseries in Bolton
Bolton is a large town with family-friendly neighbourhoods, strong transport connections and access to countryside areas. Popular residential zones include Heaton, Egerton, Westhoughton and Bromley Cross. Nursery demand is steady across the borough, with rising interest in areas close to transport links.
Parents in Bolton typically pay £68 per day for childcare, which is slightly 10% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £68
- Comparison
- -10% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 4,194 places
Nurseries near you in Bolton
nuuri registered
150 places
Ages 1 months to 5 years
4 / 4 inspection score
5 July 2022
Not registered with Nuuri
Frequently Asked Questions
Most private nurseries in Bolton offer places from around 3 months old, with school-based settings offering places for 2, 3 and 4 year olds.
Funded hours are available from age 3, with many working families eligible for 30 hours. Some 2 year olds and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may also qualify.
Nursery fees in Bolton range from £45–£70 per day, which is typically more affordable than central Manchester.
Bolton nurseries are regulated by Ofsted, with the local council managing funded places.
Ask about staff turnover, meals, availability of funded hours and the nursery’s approach to the EYFS curriculum.
Applying for funding
Bolton is covered by Manchester City Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Manchester City Council website
