Nurseries in Hillsborough
Hillsborough is one of Sheffield’s major district centres, with strong amenities, transport links, and a large residential population. It attracts families who require accessible nurseries, preschool provision and local early years services.
Parents in Hillsborough typically pay £70 per day for childcare, which is slightly 7% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £70
- Comparison
- -7% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 4,545 places
Nurseries near you in Hillsborough
Frequently Asked Questions
In Hillsborough privates will often accept children from approx 3 months old, while school-based nursery settings typically start at age 2 or 3. The funded entitlement kicks in the term after the 3rd birthday, and some 2-year olds may qualify under criteria.
All 3- and 4-year olds are entitled to at least 15 hours of funded early education per week, with up to 30 hours for eligible working families. Some 2-year olds and children of eligible working parents may also be eligible. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Applying for funding
Hillsborough is covered by Sheffield City Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Sheffield City Council website
