Nurseries in Tameside
Tameside includes towns such as Ashton-under-Lyne, Hyde, Denton and Stalybridge. It offers affordable childcare options compared to central Manchester, with a good mix of private nurseries, school nurseries and childminders. The borough is well connected via rail and road to Manchester city centre.
Market insights for Tameside
Parents in Tameside 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 2,964 childcare places available across Tameside, families have a range of options to consider. Understanding these market insights helps parents make informed decisions about childcare costs and availability in Tameside.
- Average daily cost
- £68
- Comparison
- -9% vs UK average
- Total capacity
- 2,964 places
Nurseries near you in Tameside
- Georgie Porgies Nursery Limited
- Windmill Lane Preschool
- Busy Kids (NW) Ltd
- Kids Go Wild Forest School Limited
- The Bungalow Day Nursery Ltd
- Kids Planet Denton
- Children 4 Most at Squirrels Wood
- Little Giggles Private Day Nursery & Preschool - Audenshaw
- The Learning Hive Nursery School
- Kids Planet Audenshaw
- Bump & Beyond Day Nursery
- Marvels Kids Club Ltd.
- Little Learners
- Georgie Porgies Sessional Care Centre
- Willow Green Day Nursery
- Fairfield Education & Childcare
- Sunshine Pre-School
- Space Station Day Nursery
- Infinity Childcare Ltd
- Launch Pad Pre-School
- Greenside Day Nursery
- ABC Day Nursery
- Hyde Woodlands Day Nursery
- Shining Stars Day Nursery (HYDE) Ltd
- Quadrant House Private Day Nursery
- Kiddi Day Kare Hyde
- Treetops Brookbank
- The Yellow Door Day Nursery
- Sky High Achievers Melandra
- The Sunflower Centre
Frequently asked questions
Most private nurseries in Tameside accept children from 3 months old. School nurseries typically offer places from age 2 or 3.
Funded childcare begins the term after a child turns 3, with up to 30 hours for eligible working families. Some 2 year olds and eligible parents of children aged 9 months+ may also qualify.
Typical fees in Tameside range from £40–£70 per day.
Tameside nurseries are regulated by Ofsted, and funding is managed by Tameside Council.
Ask about staff qualifications, outdoor space, availability of funded hours and the setting’s daily routine.
Applying for funding
Tameside is covered by Manchester City Council, the local authority for this area. Search their website for early years funding to apply.
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