Nurseries in Cottingham
Cottingham is one of the largest villages in England, offering a wide selection of nurseries, schools, parks and family services. Located just outside Hull, it is extremely popular with commuters and young families. Childcare demand is high, especially near primary schools and residential estates.
Parents in Cottingham typically pay £68 per day for childcare, which is slightly 9% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £68
- Comparison
- -9% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 115 places
Nurseries near you in Cottingham
Frequently Asked Questions
In East Riding of Yorkshire, 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 Cottingham typically range from £60–£120 per day depending on facilities and availability.
All nurseries in Cottingham are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
Ask about outdoor play areas, staff qualifications, how funded hours are delivered and any optional extras or charges.
Applying for funding
Cottingham is covered by East Riding of Yorkshire Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the East Riding of Yorkshire Council website
