Nurseries in Leyland
Leyland is a well-connected South Ribble town known for strong family neighbourhoods, parks, and easy access to Preston and Chorley. Covering PR25–PR26, it includes Farington, Moss Side and Seven Stars. Families benefit from leisure centres, green spaces, children’s centres and excellent transport routes including the M6 and nearby railway stations. Nursery demand is consistent, particularly in new residential pockets.
Parents in Leyland typically pay £67 per day for childcare, which is slightly 11% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £67
- Comparison
- -11% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,044 places
Nurseries near you in Leyland
Frequently Asked Questions
In Leyland, private nurseries normally accept children from around 3 months old. School and council nurseries usually offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after age 3, with early access available to eligible 2 year olds.
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 Leyland typically range from £50–£90 per day, depending on location and included services.
All nurseries in Leyland are regulated by Ofsted, with funding overseen by Lancashire County Council.
Ask about outdoor space, staff ratios, learning activities, funded hours availability and any additional costs for meals or extras.
Applying for funding
Leyland is covered by Lancashire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Lancashire County Council website
