Best Nurseries in Widnes
26 nurseries in Widnes — 1 Outstanding, 14 Good
Ofsted ratings in Widnes
26
Total nurseries
1
Outstanding
14
Good
11
Not yet rated
154 Birchfield Road, Widnes
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Widnes
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 Widnes?
Widnes has 26 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 1 are rated Outstanding and 14 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Widnes are rated Outstanding or Good?
58% of nurseries in Widnes are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Widnes?
This page lists all 26 nurseries in Widnes sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.