Nurseries in Pickering
Pickering is a popular market town on the edge of the North York Moors, offering early years settings across the town centre, Newbridge and nearby villages. Families benefit from excellent outdoor attractions, heritage railways and strong local schools.
Parents in Pickering typically pay £73 per day for childcare, which is slightly 3% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £73
- Comparison
- -3% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 90 places
Nurseries near you in Pickering
Frequently Asked Questions
Pickering nurseries typically welcome babies from around 3 months, with school nurseries offering places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after a child’s 3rd birthday.
All 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 funded hours per week, with eligible working parents able to access up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds may additionally qualify, and funded childcare from 9 months is available for eligible working parents.
Nursery fees in Pickering typically fall between £50–£110 per day.
All nurseries in Pickering are regulated by Ofsted.
Ask about access to outdoor learning, links with local schools, staff qualifications and how funded hours are arranged.
Applying for funding
Pickering is covered by North Yorkshire Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the North Yorkshire Council website
