Nurseries in Telford
Telford is the largest town in Shropshire and one of the fastest-growing urban centres in the West Midlands. Covering areas such as Wellington, Oakengates, Donnington and Priorslee, it offers excellent commuter links via the M54 to Birmingham and Wolverhampton, strong employment hubs and a wide selection of family-friendly neighbourhoods. Nursery demand is consistently high across both new-build estates and established communities.
Parents in Telford typically pay £71 per day for childcare, which is slightly 6% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £71
- Comparison
- -6% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 2,977 places
Nurseries near you in Telford
Frequently Asked Questions
In Telford, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old. School-based nurseries commonly offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after your child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier depending on household circumstances or work status.
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 Telford typically range from £55–£100 per day, with higher rates in areas close to the M54, business parks and newer developments such as Priorslee and Lawley.
All nurseries in Telford are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Shropshire Council or Telford & Wrekin Council depending on location.
Ask about outdoor space, staff retention, how funded hours are delivered, and any extra charges for meals, nappies, snacks or extended sessions.
Applying for funding
Telford is covered by Shropshire Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Shropshire Council website
