Nurseries in Warwick
Warwick is a historic market town popular with families for its excellent schools, cultural attractions and strong commuter links. Covering postcode districts CV34 and parts of CV35, it offers quick access to the M40 and rail connections to Birmingham, London and Oxford. Family-friendly neighbourhoods include Chase Meadow, Woodloes Park and Warwick Gates. Nursery demand is high, especially around expanding developments and near top-rated schools.
Parents in Warwick typically pay £72 per day for childcare, which is slightly 4% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £72
- Comparison
- -4% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,460 places
Nurseries near you in Warwick
Frequently Asked Questions
In Warwickshire, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing and availability. School and council nurseries usually 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 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 Warwick typically range from £65–£120 per day, with higher rates near Chase Meadow and Warwick Gates.
All nurseries in Warwick are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Warwickshire County Council.
Ask about outdoor play, SEN support, food charges, teacher qualifications and how funded hours are structured.
Applying for funding
Warwick is covered by Warwickshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Warwickshire County Council website
