Nurseries in Leamington Spa
Royal Leamington Spa is one of Warwickshire’s most desirable towns for families, known for its Regency architecture, green spaces and strong schools. Covering postcode districts CV31 and CV32, it attracts commuters to Birmingham, London and Coventry via direct rail links and the nearby M40. Popular family neighbourhoods include Milverton, Sydenham, Whitnash and North Leamington. Nursery and preschool demand is high, particularly in areas near primary schools and new housing developments.
Parents in Leamington Spa typically pay £72 per day for childcare, which is slightly 5% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £72
- Comparison
- -5% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,164 places
Nurseries near you in Leamington Spa
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 Leamington Spa generally range from £65–£125 per day, with higher prices near Milverton and North Leamington.
All nurseries in Leamington Spa are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Warwickshire County Council.
Ask about outdoor access, meal charges, staff qualifications, SEND support and how funded hours are delivered.
Applying for funding
Leamington Spa 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
