Nurseries in Houghton-le-Spring
Houghton-le-Spring sits between Durham and Sunderland and forms part of the wider Durham region commuter belt. The area has a range of nurseries and early years settings serving growing family estates, with good links via the A690 and A19 to major employment centres.
Parents in Houghton-le-Spring typically pay £75 per day for childcare, which is slightly 1% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £75
- Comparison
- -1% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 369 places
Nurseries near you in Houghton-le-Spring
Frequently Asked Questions
Nurseries in Houghton-le-Spring typically accept children from around 3 months old. School nurseries usually begin from age 2 or 3, with funded early education available from the term after age 3.
All 3 and 4 year olds qualify for 15 funded hours with many working families eligible for 30 hours. Some 2 year olds qualify based on circumstances, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may access funded childcare.
Nursery fees in Houghton-le-Spring tend to range from £50–£95 per day, depending on setting type and facilities.
All nurseries in Houghton-le-Spring are regulated by Ofsted. Funding is managed by Durham County Council for many nearby areas, though some neighbourhoods fall under Sunderland City Council.
Ask about outdoor space, meal charges, staff retention, communication with parents and how funded hours are delivered.
Applying for funding
Houghton-le-Spring is covered by Durham County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Durham County Council website
