Best Nurseries in Ayr
33 nurseries in Ayr — 0 Outstanding, 0 Good
Ofsted ratings in Ayr
33
Total nurseries
33
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Heathfield Primary School, Ayr
South Ayrshire Council, Ayr
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Ayr
In England, working families can get 15 hours of funded childcare a week from 9 months old, rising to 30 hours from September 2025, during term time (38 weeks a year). All 3–4-year-olds get at least 15 universal funded hours regardless of parents' work status, and some 2-year-olds qualify through additional support schemes.
Funded hours are used at participating nurseries and childminders — each profile on this page shows whether a setting has funded 2-year-old and 3–4-year-old places registered. Check eligibility and apply via GOV.UK childcare eligibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many nurseries are in Ayr?
Ayr has 33 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 0 are rated Outstanding and 0 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Ayr are rated Outstanding or Good?
0% of nurseries in Ayr are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Ayr?
This page lists all 33 nurseries in Ayr sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.
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