Best Nurseries in Nelson
20 nurseries in Nelson — 3 Outstanding, 5 Good
Ofsted ratings in Nelson
20
Total nurseries
3
Outstanding
5
Good
12
Not yet rated
Castercliff Primary Academy, Nelson
Holy Saviour RC Primary School, Nelson
Great Marsden St. Johns C Of E Primary School, Nelson
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Nelson
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 Nelson?
Nelson has 20 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 3 are rated Outstanding and 5 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Nelson are rated Outstanding or Good?
40% of nurseries in Nelson are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Nelson?
This page lists all 20 nurseries in Nelson sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.