Nurseries in Boston
Boston is a major town in eastern Lincolnshire, known for its diverse community, large rural catchment and growing demand for early years places. Covering PE20–PE22, the town includes Fishtoft, Wyberton, Kirton and Skirbeck. Childcare demand remains strong across residential areas and neighbourhoods connected to agricultural employment.
Parents in Boston typically pay £72 per day for childcare, which is slightly 4% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £72
- Comparison
- -4% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,229 places
Nurseries near you in Boston
Frequently Asked Questions
In Lincolnshire, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing and availability. School and council nurseries usually 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 circumstances or work status.
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 Boston usually range from £50–£95 per day depending on the provider and setting type.
All nurseries in Boston are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Lincolnshire County Council.
Ask about language support, outdoor space, meal costs, availability of funded hours and how the nursery supports school readiness.
Applying for funding
Boston is covered by Lincolnshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Lincolnshire County Council website
