Best Nurseries in Bideford
13 nurseries in Bideford — 1 Outstanding, 7 Good
Ofsted ratings in Bideford
13
Total nurseries
1
Outstanding
7
Good
5
Not yet rated
The Old School Room and Major's Office, BIDEFORD
Instow Community Primary School, Bideford
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Bideford
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 Bideford?
Bideford has 13 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 1 are rated Outstanding and 7 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Bideford are rated Outstanding or Good?
62% of nurseries in Bideford are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Bideford?
This page lists all 13 nurseries in Bideford sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.