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Nurseries in Flitwick

Compare nurseries in Flitwick by funded childcare, fees, opening hours and SEND support. Flitwick is also one of the locations chosen for Central Bedfordshire's new Family Hub network.

Postcodes: MK45

Childcare numbers for Flitwick

Daily fees range
£94
Per day
Outstanding nurseries
1
50% of nurseries
Funded childcare
2
100% offer funding
Total nurseries
2
Across Bedfordshire
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Merry Poppets Nursery Ltd
Area avg from
£70/day*
Ofsted: Good

Merry Poppets Nursery Ltd

15 The Avenue, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, MK45 1BP
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 65 Limited spaces
Fordfield Nursery Ltd Ruxox House
From
£94/day
Ofsted: Outstanding

Fordfield Nursery Ltd Ruxox House

Ruxox House, Maulden Road, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, MK45 5BN
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 75 Spaces available
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Estimated cost in Flitwick
£282/week
· £14664/year
Based on the area average of £94/day

Estimates based on average UK nursery rates (Coram Childcare Survey 2024). Actual fees vary by provider and registration costs.

Funded childcare guide

How to Apply for Funded Childcare in Flitwick?

The nursery postcode districts currently represented on this page map to Central Bedfordshire Council. Your home postcode determines which council handles your application.

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Nursery questions in Flitwick

Can working parents get 30 funded hours in Flitwick?

Yes. Eligible working parents can get up to 30 funded hours a week from the term after their child turns 9 months until school age.

Do all 3 and 4 year olds in Flitwick get funded childcare?

Yes. All 3 and 4 year olds get 15 funded hours a week for 38 weeks each year.

Can funded childcare be spread across more weeks?

Yes. A provider open for 51 weeks could offer around 22.35 funded hours a week instead of 30 hours over 38 weeks.

Can I split funded hours between childcare providers?

Yes. Working parent funding can be used across up to 3 providers, with no more than 2 sites used in 1 day.

Can Flitwick nurseries charge extra with funded hours?

Yes. Meals and additional childcare can cost extra, but parents cannot be required to buy extra hours to receive the funded entitlement.

Is Disability Access Funding available in Flitwick?

Yes. Children receiving Disability Living Allowance who use funded early education can qualify for Disability Access Funding through their provider.

Where can I find SEND support for my child?

Central Bedfordshire's SEND Local Offer covers childcare, early years provision, health and specialist support for children with additional needs.

Is there a Family Hub in Flitwick?

A new Family Hub is planned for Flitwick as part of Central Bedfordshire's 6 location network for families with young children.

Is parenting support available near Flitwick?

Yes. Central Bedfordshire runs Parenting Puzzle courses for Flitwick area families, including sessions near Flitwick.

What postcode covers Flitwick nurseries?

Flitwick mainly uses the MK45 postcode area. Use your full postcode when comparing nearby nursery places.