Nurseries in Felling
Felling is a densely populated residential area east of Gateshead town centre, close to the River Tyne and Newcastle. With its own Metro station, good bus links, schools and community facilities, Felling offers a number of nurseries, playgroups and school nurseries serving families who live locally or commute into central Gateshead and Newcastle.
Parents in Felling typically pay £82 per day for childcare, which is slightly 9% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £82
- Comparison
- +9% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 232 places
Nurseries near you in Felling
Frequently Asked Questions
In Felling, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old. School nurseries usually offer places for 3 and 4 year olds, with some 2 year old provision available for eligible families. Funded early education starts the term after your child turns 3.
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 Felling typically range from £50–£90 per day, with some providers offering term-time or sessional places to help families manage costs.
All nurseries and early years settings in Felling are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Gateshead Council.
Ask about staff stability, outdoor space, support for SEND, how funded hours are used, and any extra charges for snacks, meals or extended sessions.
Applying for funding
Felling is covered by Gateshead Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Gateshead Council website
