Nurseries in West Devon
West Devon is a rural district covering Dartmoor communities and market towns close to Plymouth. Covering postcode districts EX20, PL16–PL20, it includes Tavistock, Okehampton, Bere Alston and surrounding villages. Families benefit from moorland access, parks, community-led activities, children’s centres and good local schools. Nursery and preschool demand is steady in Tavistock, Okehampton and villages close to main commuter routes.
Parents in West Devon 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
- 411 places
Nurseries near you in West Devon
Frequently Asked Questions
In West Devon, private nurseries often accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing and availability. School and council nurseries typically 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 parental 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 West Devon typically range from £55–£105 per day, with higher rates in Tavistock and Okehampton where demand is stronger.
All nurseries in West Devon are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Devon County Council.
Ask about wraparound care options, support for rural families, outdoor play opportunities and how funded hours are delivered across the year.
Applying for funding
West Devon is covered by Devon County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Devon County Council website
