Nurseries in Rushden
Rushden is one of the major towns in North Northamptonshire, offering a wide range of amenities, expanding residential developments and strong commuter links. Covering postcodes NN10–NN29, it has easy access to the A6, Rushden Lakes retail and leisure hub, open green spaces and a growing number of nursery providers. Nursery demand continues to rise as the local population increases.
Parents in Rushden typically pay £75 per day for childcare, which is higher than the UK average of £75 per day.
- Average Daily Cost
- £75
- Comparison
- Same as UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 684 places
Nurseries near you in Rushden
Frequently Asked Questions
In North Northamptonshire, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old depending on staffing and availability. School or 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 Rushden generally range from £55–£110 per day, with newer developments and village settings sometimes charging higher rates.
All nurseries in Rushden are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by North Northamptonshire Council.
Ask about opening hours, flexibility for shift patterns, outdoor access, learning activities and whether the nursery charges separately for meals or nappies.
Applying for funding
Rushden is covered by North Northamptonshire Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the North Northamptonshire Council website
