Nurseries in St Andrews
St Andrews is a world-renowned university town offering excellent schools, beaches, outdoor spaces and a strong community environment for families. Nursery demand is high due to both local families and university staff, with limited availability in certain areas during peak months.
Parents in St Andrews typically pay £69 per day for childcare, which is slightly 8% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £69
- Comparison
- -8% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 215 places
Nurseries near you in St Andrews
nuuri registered
56 places
Ages 1 months to 5 years
5 / 6 inspection score
6 March 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in St Andrews often accept children from 3 months old. Council nurseries usually begin from age 3, depending on local capacity.
All 3–5 year olds are entitled to 1,140 funded hours per year in Scotland, with qualifying 2 year olds also eligible. Fife Council oversees funded place allocation.
Nursery fees in St Andrews tend to be higher, typically £65–£85 per day, reflecting strong demand from local families and the university population.
All nurseries in St Andrews are regulated by the Care Inspectorate.
Applying for funding
St Andrews is covered by Fife Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Fife Council website
