Nurseries in Ripley
Ripley is a well-connected town in the Amber Valley district with strong links to Derby, Alfreton and the A38 corridor. Covering DE5, it includes Codnor, Marehay and Waingroves. Families benefit from local parks, good schools and a strong mix of early years settings. Demand for nursery places is steady, particularly around new housing developments.
Parents in Ripley 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
- 1,025 places
Nurseries near you in Ripley
Frequently Asked Questions
Most private nurseries in Ripley accept children from around 3 months old, with school settings taking children from age 2 or 3. Funded hours start the term after the child turns 3, with eligible 2 year olds able to apply earlier.
All 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 funded hours, with working families possibly eligible for 30 hours. Some 2 year olds qualify based on circumstances, and eligible working parents may access support from 9 months.
Nursery fees in Ripley generally range from £50–£110 per day.
Nurseries in Ripley are regulated by Ofsted with funding provided through Derbyshire County Council.
Ask about outdoor space, meal policies, staff qualifications, funded hour structure and additional fees for extras such as trips.
Applying for funding
Ripley is covered by Derbyshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Derbyshire County Council website
