Nurseries in Scarborough
Scarborough is a major coastal town offering a wide mix of early years settings across South Bay, North Bay, Eastfield, Osgodby and surrounding villages. Families enjoy seaside amenities, parks, museums, leisure centres and strong primary schools. The area benefits from access to the A64 towards York and Leeds.
Parents in Scarborough typically pay £72 per day for childcare, which is slightly 4% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £72
- Comparison
- -4% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 977 places
Nurseries near you in Scarborough
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Scarborough usually accept children from around 3 months old, while council and school nurseries typically start places at age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after a child turns 3, with earlier eligibility for some 2 year olds.
All 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 funded hours with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds may qualify, and eligible parents of children from 9 months old can access funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare provides a 20% top-up on costs.
Nursery fees in Scarborough typically range from £50–£110 per day, depending on location and facilities.
Nurseries in Scarborough are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding supported by North Yorkshire Council.
Ask about outdoor space, seafront trips, curriculum structure, meal policies and how funded hours are allocated.
Applying for funding
Scarborough is covered by North Yorkshire Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the North Yorkshire Council website
