Nurseries in Folkestone and Hythe
Folkestone and Hythe is a coastal Kent district offering seaside living, excellent outdoor space and growing creative communities. Covering postcode districts CT18–CT21, it includes Folkestone, Hythe, Sandgate, Hawkinge and Lyminge. Families benefit from rail links including HS1 from Folkestone to London St Pancras, as well as access to the M20 and nearby coastlines. Popular family attractions include Lower Leas Coastal Park, the Leas Promenade, Brockhill Country Park and coastal cycle routes. Childcare demand is steady across the district, with particularly high interest in Folkestone and Hythe where regeneration and new housing have attracted many young families.
Parents in Folkestone and Hythe typically pay £75 per day for childcare, which is lower than the UK average of £75 per day.
- Average Daily Cost
- £75
- Comparison
- Same as UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,095 places
Nurseries near you in Folkestone and Hythe
Frequently Asked Questions
In Folkestone and Hythe, private nurseries generally accept children from around 3 months old. School and council nurseries typically offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after a child’s 3rd birthday, with earlier eligibility possible for some 2-year-olds or working families.
All 3 and 4-year-olds in England are entitled to 15 funded hours per week, with many working parents eligible for 30 hours. Some 2-year-olds may also receive funded support, and working parents of children from 9 months old can access funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare offers a 20 percent government contribution to help reduce costs.
Nursery fees in Folkestone and Hythe typically range from £55–£105 per day, with Folkestone Town and Hythe often slightly higher due to demand and transport access.
All nurseries in Folkestone and Hythe are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Kent County Council.
Ask about outdoor space, coastal outings, access to parks, learning approach, funded hours availability and any additional charges for meals or consumables.
Applying for funding
Folkestone and Hythe is covered by Kent County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Kent County Council website
