Nurseries in Rosyth
Rosyth is a popular commuter town on the Forth, close to the Queensferry Crossing and M90, making it ideal for families travelling to Edinburgh or across Fife. It offers a mix of established neighbourhoods and newer housing, with parks, play areas and local amenities. Nursery and preschool demand is strong among commuting families and naval dockyard workers.
Parents in Rosyth typically pay £78 per day for childcare, which is slightly 4% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £78
- Comparison
- +4% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 569 places
Nurseries near you in Rosyth
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Rosyth typically accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing and availability. Council nurseries usually offer places from age 3, subject to eligibility and local capacity.
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 in council nurseries, private nurseries, childminders and blended-care models. Fife Council manages admissions and allocation of funded spaces.
Private nursery fees in and around Rosyth generally range from £60–£80 per day, with strong demand from families commuting via the Queensferry Crossing and M90 corridor.
All nurseries in Rosyth are regulated by the Care Inspectorate, and funded provision is overseen by Fife Council.
Ask about opening hours for commuters, drop-off and pick-up arrangements, how funded hours are delivered, outdoor play, meal and snack options, and waiting list times—especially for popular baby and toddler rooms.
Applying for funding
Rosyth is covered by Fife Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Fife Council website
