Nurseries in Methil
Methil is part of the Levenmouth area on Fife’s east coast, close to Leven and Buckhaven. It offers coastal access, established neighbourhoods and proximity to new regeneration projects. Families benefit from several nursery and early years options across the wider Levenmouth region, with steady demand for funded and private places.
Parents in Methil typically pay £74 per day for childcare, which is slightly 1% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £74
- Comparison
- -1% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 49 places
Nurseries near you in Methil
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries serving Methil typically accept children from around 3 months old. Council nurseries usually begin from age 3, depending on place availability and eligibility.
All children aged 3–5 in Scotland receive 1,140 hours of funded Early Learning and Childcare, with some eligible 2 year olds also qualifying. This funding can be used in council nurseries, private nurseries and childminders. Fife Council oversees placement and allocation.
Nursery fees in Methil generally range from £50–£70 per day, with partner providers across the Levenmouth area offering a variety of funded-hour patterns.
Nurseries in Methil and the Levenmouth area are regulated by the Care Inspectorate.
Ask about outdoor access, use of local coastal spaces, how funded hours are arranged, meal and snack provision, and support for speech and language development.
Applying for funding
Methil is covered by Fife Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Fife Council website
