Nurseries in Hillside
Hillside is a small village on the Angus coast, offering quiet seaside living and a close community atmosphere. It's suitable for families seeking rural-coastal living with relatively easy access to larger towns and transport routes.
Parents in Hillside typically pay £69 per day for childcare, which is slightly 8% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £69
- Comparison
- -8% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 139 places
Nurseries near you in Hillside
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Angus 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. Angus 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 Angus tend to range between £55–£75 per day. Smaller coastal villages like Hillside may sit at the lower end if demand is lower, but availability can be limited.
All nurseries in Angus are regulated by the Care Inspectorate. Funded hours delivery and admissions are overseen by Angus Council.
Ask about transport links, consistency of childcare supply, access to coastal/outdoor spaces, meal arrangements and waiting list procedures for smaller communities.
Applying for funding
Hillside is covered by Angus Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Angus Council website
