Nurseries in Keswick
Keswick is one of the Lake District’s most popular towns, known for its strong community feel, outdoor lifestyle, and high demand for nurseries and preschools. Families benefit from excellent access to nature, lakeside parks, children’s centres, community groups and well-rated primary schools. Nursery availability can be limited during peak seasons due to tourism-related employment patterns.
Parents in Keswick typically pay £72 per day for childcare, which is slightly 4% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £72
- Comparison
- -4% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 36 places
Nurseries near you in Keswick
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries generally accept children from around 3 months. School nurseries usually offer places from age 2 or 3, with funded early education starting the term after your child turns 3. Some 2 year olds may qualify earlier.
All 3 and 4 year olds qualify for 15 funded hours per week, with many working families eligible for 30 hours. Funded childcare may also be available for 2 year olds and children from 9 months for eligible working parents. Tax-Free Childcare adds a 20 percent contribution to nursery costs.
Nursery fees in Keswick usually range from £55–£95 per day, with higher rates in settings offering outdoor or forest school provision.
Nurseries in Keswick are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Cumberland Council.
Ask about outdoor learning, seasonal capacity, staff turnover, funded hours delivery and charges for meals or trips.
Applying for funding
Keswick is covered by Cumberland Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Cumberland Council website
