Nurseries in Morecambe
Morecambe is a popular coastal town overlooking Morecambe Bay, with strong family areas, growing regeneration projects and easy access to Lancaster. Covering LA3–LA4, it includes West End, Bare, Torrisholme and central seafront neighbourhoods. Families benefit from beaches, parks, playgrounds, libraries, marine attractions and local family hubs. Nursery demand is steady across the town and particularly busy in residential zones close to schools and new housing developments.
Parents in Morecambe typically pay £69 per day for childcare, which is slightly 8% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £69
- Comparison
- -8% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 517 places
Nurseries near you in Morecambe
Frequently Asked Questions
In Morecambe, private nurseries typically accept babies from around 3 months old. School and council-run nurseries usually offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after age 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier depending on household circumstances.
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 Morecambe generally range from £45–£85 per day, with some settings near the seafront charging higher rates.
All nurseries in Morecambe are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Lancashire County Council.
Ask about outdoor space, seafront safety policies, staff ratios, funded hours delivery, and any additional fees for meals or trips.
Applying for funding
Morecambe 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
