Nurseries in Hinckley
Hinckley is a major market town close to the Warwickshire border, popular with commuting families working in Coventry, Leicester and Birmingham. It offers strong transport links via the M69, well-regarded primary schools, leisure centres and a growing number of housing developments increasing demand for childcare places.
Parents in Hinckley 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
- 768 places
Nurseries near you in Hinckley
Frequently Asked Questions
Most private nurseries in Hinckley accept children from around 3 months old, with school nurseries offering places from 2 or 3. Funded hours usually begin the term after a child turns 3, or earlier for eligible 2 year olds.
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.
Daily nursery fees in Hinckley typically range between £55–£110 depending on age, location and opening hours.
All nurseries in Hinckley are regulated by Ofsted, with Leicestershire County Council managing early years funding.
Ask about staff ratios, meal options, funded hour delivery, nap routines and outdoor play opportunities.
Applying for funding
Hinckley is covered by Leicestershire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Leicestershire County Council website
