Nurseries in Pontefract
Pontefract is a historic market town in the Wakefield district, offering a wide variety of early years settings and accessible links to Leeds and other major areas, making it attractive for families seeking quality childcare provision.
Parents in Pontefract typically pay £73 per day for childcare, which is slightly 2% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £73
- Comparison
- -2% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 749 places
Nurseries near you in Pontefract
Frequently Asked Questions
In Pontefract private nurseries generally accept children from around 3 months old; school nurseries usually start at age 3, with some earlier places for eligible 2 year olds.
Children aged 3 & 4 receive 15 funded hours per week, many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds and eligible working parents of younger children may also access funded childcare.
Nursery fees in Pontefract typically range from £47–£88 per day.
Early years providers are regulated by Ofsted; funding is administered by Wakefield Council.
Ask about the funded hours schedule, how it fits with your work hours, outdoor learning and extra-session charges.
Applying for funding
Pontefract is covered by Wakefield Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Wakefield Council website
