Best Nurseries in Derby
50 nurseries in Derby — 0 Outstanding, 10 Good
Ofsted ratings in Derby
50
Total nurseries
10
Good
1
Inadequate
39
Not yet rated
Cavendish Close Junior School, Derby
Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy, Derby
Carlyle Infant & Nursery School, Derby
Stenson Fields Primary Community School, DERBY
Normanton Park Community Centre and Sports Courts, Derby
Dale Community Primary School, Derby
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Derby
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 Derby?
Derby has 50 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 0 are rated Outstanding and 10 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Derby are rated Outstanding or Good?
20% of nurseries in Derby are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Derby?
This page lists all 50 nurseries in Derby sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.