Nurseries in Huntingdon
Huntingdon is a historic market town popular with commuting families thanks to its strong transport links and expanding housing developments. It benefits from easy access to the A14, A1 and rail services, plus riverside parks, nature reserves and a wide range of early years settings across nearby areas such as Hartford and Hinchingbrooke.
Parents in Huntingdon typically pay £80 per day for childcare, which is slightly 7% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £80
- Comparison
- +7% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,567 places
Nurseries near you in Huntingdon
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Huntingdon generally accept children from 3 months, while school-based nurseries offer places from age 2 or 3 depending on staffing and availability.
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.
Nursery fees in Huntingdon range from around £60–£110 per day, with higher rates in Hinchingbrooke and new-build areas.
All nurseries in Huntingdon are regulated by Ofsted, with funding overseen by Cambridgeshire County Council.
Ask about funded hours, outdoor space, flexibility for working parents, meal costs and whether the nursery offers holiday provision.
Applying for funding
Huntingdon is covered by Cambridgeshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Cambridgeshire County Council website
