Nurseries in Rutland
Rutland is England’s smallest county, known for its rural landscapes, strong community feel and high-quality early years provision. Covering key areas including Oakham, Uppingham, Cottesmore and surrounding villages, it offers families a peaceful environment with excellent transport links to Leicester, Peterborough and Stamford. Rutland Water provides extensive outdoor recreation, while the county’s schools and early years settings are well regarded. Demand for nursery and preschool places is steady, particularly around Oakham and Uppingham, where many families commute to nearby towns for work.
Market insights for Rutland
Parents in Rutland typically pay £68 per day for childcare, which is slightly 9% 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 1,203 childcare places available across Rutland, families have a range of options to consider. Understanding these market insights helps parents make informed decisions about childcare costs and availability in Rutland.
- Average daily cost
- £68
- Comparison
- -9% vs UK average
- Total capacity
- 1,203 places
Nurseries near you in Rutland
- Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Market Harborough
- The Ark Association Ltd (2)
- Scallywags Day Nursery
- The Ark Association Ltd (1)
- Little Legs Cottesmore
- Whissendine Holiday Club
- Langham Nursery
- The Day Nursery At Oakham
- Rainbow Childcare Centres
- Knossington and Somerby Pre School
- Bright Sparks Playgroup at Empingham
- Wing Wildlings Nursery
- Belton Pre-school
- Little Angels Uppingham LTD
- Stepping Stones Uppingham
- Castle Lane Day Nursery
- Great Bowden Pre-School
- Mini Adventures Preschool Ltd
- Little Me Nursery
- Hanbury Kindergarten
- Medbourne Playgroup
- Daffodils Outdoor Nursery
- Market Harborough Montessori Nursery
- Progress House Day Nursery
- Caterpillar Day Nursery Ltd
- Busy Bees Day Nursery at Market Harborough
- Little Angels Day Nursery
- Stepping Stones Pre-School
Frequently asked questions
In Rutland, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing, ratios and availability. School nurseries and council-funded settings normally 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 Rutland generally range from £60–£120 per day, with higher rates in Oakham, Uppingham and settings with extensive outdoor provision or specialist programmes.
All nurseries in Rutland are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Rutland County Council.
Ask about outdoor space, access to Rutland Water or local parks, staff qualifications, how funded hours are offered, and any additional charges for meals, nappies, trips or extended care.
Applying for funding
Rutland is covered by Rutland County Council, the local authority for this area. Search their website for early years funding to apply.
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