Nurseries in Ecclesfield
Ecclesfield is a large town-village in the northern part of Sheffield, with strong residential appeal for families and good local amenities, resulting in steady demand for nursery places and early years provision.
Market insights for Ecclesfield
Parents in Ecclesfield typically pay £70 per day for childcare, which is slightly 7% lower than the UK average of £75 per day. This pricing reflects local market conditions, including operational costs, demand levels, and regional economic factors that influence childcare provision. With 849 childcare places available across Ecclesfield, families have a range of options to consider. Understanding these market insights helps parents make informed decisions about childcare costs and availability in Ecclesfield.
- Average daily cost
- £70
- Comparison
- -7% vs UK average
- Total capacity
- 849 places
Nurseries near you in Ecclesfield
- Coumes Spring Children's Centre
- Foresteers Outdoor Preschool
- Mazehill Nursery
- Thorncliffe Park Day Nursery
- Growing Wild Woodland Nursery
- Steps Community Nursery
- Thurgoland Childcare
- Appletree Nursery
- Hydra Tots
- Happy Hands Pre-School and Childcare
- Early STEPS Nursery
- Little Einstein's Nursery and Preschool
- Busy Bees Penistone
- Little Freddies Nursery School
- Rascalz
- Child's Play Day Nursery Penistone
- Willow Tree Daycare
- Daisy Chain Pre School
- Little Ray of Sunshine Daycare
Frequently asked questions
Private nurseries in Ecclesfield usually accept children from about 3 months old; school nurseries typically from age 2 or 3. Funding entitlement begins the term after the 3rd birthday, with some 2-year olds eligible under criteria.
For children aged 3 and 4 the standard 15 hours applies, many working families qualify for 30 hours, and some 2-year olds may also access funded early learning.
Applying for funding
Ecclesfield is covered by Sheffield City Council, the local authority for this area. Search their website for early years funding to apply.
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