Nurseries in Stapleford
Stapleford is a popular Nottinghamshire town close to both Nottingham and Derby, making it attractive for commuting families. It offers a good range of nursery and preschool settings, strong local schools, parks, and easy access to the A52 and M1. Demand is steady across most residential areas.
Parents in Stapleford 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
- 1,086 places
Nurseries near you in Stapleford
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Stapleford generally accept babies from around 3 months. School nurseries tend to begin places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after age 3, with some families qualifying earlier.
All 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 funded hours per week, with many working parents eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds and eligible working parents of children from 9 months may also qualify.
Stapleford nursery fees typically range from £55–£110 per day.
All nurseries in Stapleford are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding managed through Nottinghamshire County Council.
Ask about parking, outdoor areas, staff turnover, curriculum approach and funded hours delivery patterns.
Applying for funding
Stapleford is covered by Nottinghamshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Nottinghamshire County Council website

