Nurseries in Dundee
Dundee is a compact, modern Scottish city located on the River Tay, known for its growing family neighbourhoods, excellent transport links and strong early years provision. Covering postcode districts DD1–DD5, it includes areas such as the City Centre, Broughty Ferry, West End, Douglas, Fintry, Downfield and Ardler. Families benefit from easy access to parks, coastal walks, museums, libraries, community hubs and well-connected local primary schools. Nursery and preschool demand is consistently high across popular areas such as Broughty Ferry and the West End, as well as newer family estates on the eastern and northern edges of the city.
Parents in Dundee typically pay £67 per day for childcare, which is slightly 11% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £67
- Comparison
- -11% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,930 places
Nurseries near you in Dundee
nuuri registered
53 places
Ages 1 months to 5 years
5 / 6 inspection score
20 March 2024
nuuri registered
60 places
3.75 / 6 inspection score
1 February 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Dundee typically accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing and availability. Council early years settings generally begin from age 3, depending on eligibility and capacity.
In Scotland, all children are entitled to 1,140 hours of funded Early Learning and Childcare per year from the term after their 3rd birthday. Eligible 2 year olds may also qualify based on income, disability or care-experience criteria. Funding can be used in council nurseries, private nurseries, childminders and blended models. Dundee City Council manages funded placements, applications and allocation. Parents can also use Tax-Free Childcare, which provides a 20% government top-up on childcare spending up to £2,000 per child, per year.
Private nursery fees in Dundee generally range from £55–£75 per day, with premium rates often seen in high-demand areas such as Broughty Ferry and the West End. More affordable options exist in other parts of the city, though waiting lists may vary.
All nurseries in Dundee are regulated by the Care Inspectorate. Funded hours delivery and admissions are overseen by Dundee City Council.
Ask about outdoor space, proximity to parks or coastal areas, how funded hours are delivered, meal arrangements, learning approaches, staff ratios, and expected waiting list times—particularly in sought-after areas such as Broughty Ferry and the West End.
Applying for funding
Dundee is covered by Dundee City Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Dundee City Council website
