Nurseries in Rugby
Rugby is a fast-growing Warwickshire town known for its excellent commuter links, popular family housing developments and strong education options. Covering postcode districts CV21–CV23, it offers direct trains to London Euston, Birmingham and Northampton, along with easy access to the M1, M6 and A5. Family hotspots include Cawston, Hillmorton, Bilton and Houlton. Nursery demand is consistently strong around new-build estates and near well-rated primary schools.
Parents in Rugby typically pay £71 per day for childcare, which is slightly 6% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £71
- Comparison
- -6% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,453 places
Nurseries near you in Rugby
Frequently Asked Questions
In Warwickshire, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing and availability. School and council nurseries usually offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after your child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier depending on circumstances or work status.
Across England all 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 funded hours per week, with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds also qualify based on household circumstances, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may access funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare provides a 20 percent government top-up to help with nursery costs.
Nursery fees in Rugby typically range from £60–£115 per day, with higher rates in areas close to primary schools and new developments such as Houlton.
All nurseries in Rugby are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Warwickshire County Council.
Ask about outdoor space, curriculum style, opening hours, meal charges and how the setting supports transitions to school.
Applying for funding
Rugby is covered by Warwickshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Warwickshire County Council website
