Nurseries in Cupar
Cupar is a historic market town in north-east Fife, offering a mix of traditional streets, rural surroundings and strong local schools. Families benefit from a range of nurseries, childminders and outdoor play opportunities. Demand is steady across the area, driven by local families and those commuting to Dundee, St Andrews and Glenrothes.
Parents in Cupar 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
- 146 places
Nurseries near you in Cupar
nuuri registered
50 places
Ages 1 months to 5 years
5 / 6 inspection score
18 January 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Cupar typically accept babies from around 3 months old. Council nurseries generally start funded places from age 3, depending on eligibility.
All 3–5 year olds in Scotland receive 1,140 hours of funded ELC per year, with eligible 2 year olds also qualifying. Funding can be used in council nurseries, private nurseries, partner providers and childminders. Fife Council manages admissions and allocation.
Nursery fees in Cupar often range from £55–£75 per day. Rural and outdoor-focused settings may offer different session patterns and outdoor-led learning.
All nurseries in Cupar are regulated by the Care Inspectorate.
Ask about outdoor learning, local trips, how funded hours fit with work schedules, and transition processes to local primary schools.
Applying for funding
Cupar is covered by Fife Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Fife Council website
