Nurseries in Westbury
Westbury is a growing Wiltshire town best known for its iconic White Horse, strong transport links and family-friendly neighbourhoods. Covering postcode district BA13, it includes Dilton Marsh, Leigh Park, Hawkeridge and surrounding villages. Families appreciate its community feel, green spaces, railway station and access to Trowbridge, Warminster and Bath.
Parents in Westbury typically pay £81 per day for childcare, which is slightly 8% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £81
- Comparison
- +8% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 178 places
Nurseries near you in Westbury
Frequently Asked Questions
In Westbury, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old. School 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 household circumstances or work status.
Across England all 3 and 4 year olds can access 15 funded hours per week, with many working families eligible for 30 hours. Some 2 year olds qualify based on specific circumstances, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may receive funded childcare. Tax Free Childcare provides a 20 percent government top up to support nursery costs.
Nursery fees in Westbury typically range from £55–£110 per day, with slightly higher fees in Leigh Park and areas close to popular primary schools.
All nurseries in Westbury are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Wiltshire Council.
Ask about outdoor facilities, staff turnover, flexibility of funded hours, and whether meals or consumables incur additional charges.
Applying for funding
Westbury is covered by Wiltshire Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Wiltshire Council website
