Nurseries in St James, Far Cotton & Delapré
St James, Far Cotton and Delapré form one of Northampton’s most established urban communities, popular with young families due to affordable housing, proximity to the town centre and access to Delapré Abbey Park. The area has several nurseries, childminders and strong primary schools, with high demand from commuting families and new property developments.
Parents in St James, Far Cotton & Delapré typically pay £73 per day for childcare, which is slightly 2% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £73
- Comparison
- -2% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 716 places
Nurseries near you in St James, Far Cotton & Delapré
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in St James and Far Cotton typically accept children from around 3 months old, while school nurseries usually offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded hours begin the term after a child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier based on household criteria.
All 3 and 4 year olds across England receive 15 funded hours per week, with up to 30 hours available for eligible working families. Some 2 year olds and eligible working parents of babies from 9 months old may also qualify. Tax-Free Childcare provides a 20 percent top-up towards childcare fees.
Fees in the St James and Far Cotton area typically range from £55–£110 per day depending on the nursery and facilities.
All nurseries in this area are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding administered by West Northamptonshire Council.
Ask about outdoor space, daily activities, staff ratios, and how funded hours are structured across the day or week.
Applying for funding
St James, Far Cotton & Delapré is covered by West Northamptonshire Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the West Northamptonshire Council website
