Nurseries in Southwick
Southwick is a densely populated residential neighbourhood north of Sunderland city centre. With good road links, community facilities, parks and local schools, the area is home to several nurseries, preschools and early years settings. It is a convenient location for families commuting into the city or to the Port of Sunderland.
Parents in Southwick typically pay £73 per day for childcare, which is slightly 3% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £73
- Comparison
- -3% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 454 places
Nurseries near you in Southwick
Frequently Asked Questions
In Southwick, private nurseries typically accept babies from around 3 months old. School nurseries offer funded places for 3 and 4 year olds, with some 2 year old provision for eligible families. Funded early education begins the term after a child’s third birthday.
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 Southwick usually range from £48–£85 per day, depending on the setting, age of the child and whether meals are included.
All nurseries and early years settings in Southwick are regulated by Ofsted, with funded hours managed by Together for Children.
Ask about availability, outdoor play space, SEND support, meal provision, how funded hours are used and any additional charges for extended sessions or extras.
Applying for funding
Southwick is covered by Together for Children (Sunderland City Council), the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Together for Children (Sunderland City Council) website
