Nurseries in Colne
Colne is a popular East Lancashire town known for its independent shops, family neighbourhoods and gateway position to the Pennine countryside. Covering BB8, it includes Waterside, Vivary Bridge and Winewall. Families benefit from parks, leisure facilities, family centres and proximity to walking routes. Nursery demand is steady across residential communities.
Parents in Colne typically pay £70 per day for childcare, which is slightly 7% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £70
- Comparison
- -7% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 395 places
Nurseries near you in Colne
Frequently Asked Questions
In Colne, most private nurseries accept children from around 3 months old. School-based nurseries usually provide places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after age 3, with earlier access available to eligible 2 year olds.
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 Colne typically range from £45–£80 per day.
All nurseries in Colne are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Lancashire County Council.
Ask about settling-in plans, outdoor space, funded hours availability, extra charges for meals or activities and how the nursery supports early development.
Applying for funding
Colne is covered by Lancashire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Lancashire County Council website
