Best Nurseries in Pickering
5 nurseries in Pickering — 0 Outstanding, 2 Good
Ofsted ratings in Pickering
5
Total nurseries
2
Good
3
Not yet rated
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Pickering
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 Pickering?
Pickering has 5 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 0 are rated Outstanding and 2 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Pickering are rated Outstanding or Good?
40% of nurseries in Pickering are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Pickering?
This page lists all 5 nurseries in Pickering sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.