Nurseries in Burton-upon-Trent
Burton-upon-Trent is a large Staffordshire town known for its riverside setting, strong schools and family neighbourhoods. Covering postcode district DE13, it offers good transport links via the A38 and rail services to Derby, Birmingham and Nottingham. Nursery demand is strong across residential areas and new-build developments.
Parents in Burton-upon-Trent typically pay £71 per day for childcare, which is slightly 6% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £71
- Comparison
- -6% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 700 places
Nurseries near you in Burton-upon-Trent
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old, with school nurseries usually starting at age 3.
All 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 funded hours, and many working families qualify for up to 30 hours. Eligible 2 year olds and children from 9 months may also access funded places depending on circumstances.
Typical fees range from £55–£105 per day, depending on location and facilities.
Nurseries in Burton-upon-Trent are regulated by Ofsted.
Ask about outdoor play areas, opening hours, extra charges, key-person support and how staff communicate with parents.
Applying for funding
Burton-upon-Trent is covered by Staffordshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Staffordshire County Council website

