Nurseries in Driffield
Driffield, known as the Capital of the Wolds, is a thriving market town surrounded by countryside and farming communities. It offers strong schools, nurseries, leisure facilities and family-friendly events. Families choose Driffield for its rural lifestyle, good transport links and welcoming community. Nursery demand is steady, particularly around residential areas and new housing developments.
Parents in Driffield typically pay £71 per day for childcare, which is slightly 5% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £71
- Comparison
- -5% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 308 places
Nurseries near you in Driffield
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 Driffield typically range from £55–£110 per day depending on provider and facilities.
All nurseries in Driffield are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
Ask about rural outdoor learning opportunities, staff turnover, how funded hours are structured and any additional charges.
Applying for funding
Driffield 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
