Nurseries in Kenilworth
Kenilworth is a thriving commuter town known for its excellent schools, parks and strong community feel. Covering postcode district CV8, it includes popular areas such as Castle Hill, St Johns, Whitemoor and Stoneleigh. Families benefit from proximity to Warwick, Leamington Spa and Coventry, with good rail and road connections. Nursery demand is consistently strong, especially around primary school catchments.
Parents in Kenilworth typically pay £71 per day for childcare, which is slightly 5% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £71
- Comparison
- -5% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 532 places
Nurseries near you in Kenilworth
Frequently Asked Questions
In Warwickshire, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing and availability. School and council nurseries usually offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after your child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier depending on circumstances or work status.
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.
Nursery fees in Kenilworth typically range from £65–£125 per day, reflecting high demand for places near sought-after schools.
All nurseries in Kenilworth are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Warwickshire County Council.
Ask about outdoor play, staffing ratios, food charges, settling-in processes and how funded hours are delivered.
Applying for funding
Kenilworth is covered by Warwickshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Warwickshire County Council website
