Best Nurseries in Salford
49 nurseries in Salford — 1 Outstanding, 35 Good
Ofsted ratings in Salford
49
Total nurseries
1
Outstanding
35
Good
13
Not yet rated
University of Salford, Salford
Ground Floor, Salford
Light Oaks Infant School, Salford
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Salford
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 Salford?
Salford has 49 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 1 are rated Outstanding and 35 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Salford are rated Outstanding or Good?
73% of nurseries in Salford are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Salford?
This page lists all 49 nurseries in Salford sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.