Best Nurseries in IPSWICH
50 nurseries in IPSWICH — 5 Outstanding, 16 Good
Ofsted ratings in IPSWICH
50
Total nurseries
5
Outstanding
16
Good
29
Not yet rated
Nacton Primary School, Ipswich
Halifax Primary School, Ipswich
Dale Hall Community Primary School, Ipswich
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in IPSWICH
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 IPSWICH?
IPSWICH has 50 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 5 are rated Outstanding and 16 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in IPSWICH are rated Outstanding or Good?
42% of nurseries in IPSWICH are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in IPSWICH?
This page lists all 50 nurseries in IPSWICH sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.