Nurseries in Peterhead
Peterhead is a large coastal town on the North Sea, known for its harbour, fishing heritage, and proximity to rural coastal villages. It serves as a key service town for surrounding smaller communities and offers a mix of private and council nurseries.
Parents in Peterhead typically pay £76 per day for childcare, which is higher than the UK average of £75 per day.
- Average Daily Cost
- £76
- Comparison
- Same as UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 287 places
Nurseries near you in Peterhead
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Peterhead typically accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing and availability. Council-funded nursery places usually start from age 3, subject to eligibility and session availability.
In Scotland, all children are entitled to 1,140 hours of funded Early Learning and Childcare per year from the term after their 3rd birthday. Eligible 2-year-olds may also qualify based on income, disability or care-experience criteria. Funding can be used with private nurseries, council nurseries, childminders and blended placements. Aberdeenshire Council manages allocations. Parents can also use Tax-Free Childcare: a 20% government top-up on childcare costs up to £2,000 per child per year.
Private nursery fees in Peterhead generally range from £55–£75 per day, though costs may rise during periods of high demand or limited availability.
All nurseries in Peterhead are regulated by the Care Inspectorate. Funded ELC provision is overseen via Aberdeenshire Council.
Ask about outdoor/coastal access, meal and snack provisions, staff-to-child ratios, wraparound care, waiting list length and how funded hours are scheduled across sessions.
Applying for funding
Peterhead is covered by Aberdeenshire Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Aberdeenshire Council website
