Nurseries in Melton
Melton is a rural and market-town district known for its strong community feel, good schools and access to countryside. With new family housing and commuter links to Leicester and Nottingham, demand for early years provision is growing steadily across the area.
Parents in Melton typically pay £68 per day for childcare, which is slightly 9% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £68
- Comparison
- -9% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 570 places
Nurseries near you in Melton
Frequently Asked Questions
In Melton, children can usually start private nursery from around 3 months old. Funded early education begins the term after a child's 3rd birthday, with earlier eligibility for some 2-year-olds or working parents.
In England, children aged 3 and 4 are entitled to 15 hours of funded early education per week, with many working families accessing up to 30 hours. Some 2-year-olds can also receive funding, and working parents of younger children from 9 months old may qualify for 30 hours. Tax-Free Childcare offers additional support.
Nursery fees in Melton generally range between £50-£95 per day depending on the nursery, age group and session times.
Nurseries in Melton are regulated by Ofsted, with funding managed by Leicestershire County Council.
Ask about rural transport access, outdoor space, learning approaches, funded hours, meal costs and settling-in sessions.
Applying for funding
Melton is covered by Leicestershire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Leicestershire County Council website
