Nurseries in Wells
Wells is England’s smallest city, known for its cathedral, historic centre and strong sense of community. Families are drawn to its compact size, walkable streets and access to the Mendip Hills. Nursery and preschool provision across BA5 supports parents working locally or commuting to Bath, Bristol and the wider Mendip area.
Parents in Wells typically pay £80 per day for childcare, which is slightly 6% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £80
- Comparison
- +6% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 167 places
Nurseries near you in Wells
Frequently Asked Questions
In Wells, 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 Wells generally range from £60–£115 per day, reflecting demand from local professionals and families who commute to nearby towns and cities.
All nurseries in Wells are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Somerset Council.
Ask about walks into the city, access to green space, links with local schools, how funded hours are scheduled and whether there are extra fees for meals, snacks or activities.
Applying for funding
Wells is covered by Somerset Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Somerset Council website
