Nurseries in Doncaster
Doncaster is the largest settlement within the City of Doncaster Council area and serves as the region’s main commercial and residential hub. With strong rail connections to London King’s Cross, Leeds and Sheffield, as well as proximity to the A1(M) and M18, it is popular with families seeking accessible childcare, good schools and growing neighbourhoods. Demand for nursery places is high across both central and suburban areas, particularly around new housing developments and commuter belts.
Parents in Doncaster 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
- 7,035 places
Nurseries near you in Doncaster
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Doncaster typically accept children from around 3 months old. School-based nurseries normally offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded childcare begins the term after a child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier depending on household circumstances.
All 3 and 4 year olds in England receive 15 funded hours weekly, with many working families eligible for 30 hours. Some 2 year olds, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old, may also qualify for funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare offers a 20 percent government top-up towards nursery fees.
Applying for funding
Doncaster is covered by City of Doncaster Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the City of Doncaster Council website
