Nurseries in Rotherham
Rotherham is the principal town within the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, offering excellent rail and road links to Sheffield, Doncaster and Leeds. With its mix of urban, suburban and redeveloping areas, it has a strong demand for early years provision and is a key location for childcare services in the region.
Parents in Rotherham typically pay £70 per day for childcare, which is slightly 7% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £70
- Comparison
- -7% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 2,056 places
Nurseries near you in Rotherham
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries across Rotherham typically welcome children from around 3 months old, though school-based nurseries usually start from age 2 or 3. Funded early education starts the term after a child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier depending on family circumstances.
In England, all 3 and 4 year olds receive at least 15 funded hours per week, with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds and eligible working parents of children from 9 months may also access funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare gives a 20 percent government contribution toward nursery costs.
Applying for funding
Rotherham is covered by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council website
