Town childcare guide

Nurseries in Luton

Compare nurseries in Luton by funded childcare, fees, opening hours and SEND support. Eligible working families can now get up to 30 funded hours a week for children from 9 months until school age.

Postcodes: LU3–LU4

Childcare numbers for Luton

Daily fees range
£81
Per day
Outstanding nurseries
1
50% of nurseries
Funded childcare
2
100% offer funding
Total nurseries
2
Across Bedfordshire
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Banana Moon Day Nursery Lower Sundon
From
£81/day
Ofsted: Good

Banana Moon Day Nursery Lower Sundon

Manor Farm Court, Manor Road, Lower Sundon, Luton LU3 3NZ, United Kingdom
Play-Based Capacity 52 Limited spaces
Seabrook Day Nursery (Luton)
Area avg from
£70/day*
Ofsted: Outstanding

Seabrook Day Nursery (Luton)

32 Lewsey Road, Luton, Bedfordshire LU4 0EP, United Kingdom
Play-Based Capacity 104 Spaces available
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Estimated cost in Luton
£243/week
· £12636/year
Based on the area average of £81/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 Luton?

The nursery postcode districts represented on this page map to these official local authorities. Choose your council below; your home postcode determines which one handles your application.

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Nursery questions in Luton

Can working parents get 30 funded hours in Luton?

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

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

Yes. All 3 and 4 year olds get 15 funded hours from the term after their 3rd birthday.

Can eligible 2 year olds get funded childcare in Luton?

Yes. Eligible 2 year olds can get 15 funded hours a week for 38 weeks through the Time for 2s scheme.

What is a Golden Ticket for 2 year old childcare?

Luton sends Golden Tickets to some eligible families as proof that their 2 year old qualifies for up to 15 funded hours.

Can funded childcare be spread across more weeks?

Yes. Providers can spread the entitlement across up to 52 weeks by offering fewer funded hours each week.

Is Disability Access Funding available in Luton?

Yes. Eligible children receiving Disability Living Allowance can get £975 a year paid to 1 nominated early years provider.

Where can parents find SEND support in Luton?

Luton's SEND Local Offer covers education, health, social care and specialist services for children aged 0 to 25.

Are there Family Hubs in Luton?

Yes. Luton has a townwide Best Start Family Hub network offering free early years, health and parenting support.

Are there free activities for babies and toddlers in Luton?

Yes. Luton Family Hubs offer activities including baby massage, baby yoga, sensory play and toddler sessions.

Can I attend a stay and play group without joining a waiting list?

Yes. Most Luton parent and toddler groups do not have waiting lists and parents can attend with their child.

What postcode areas cover nurseries in Luton?

Luton mainly covers LU1, LU2, LU3 and LU4. Use your full postcode when comparing the closest nursery places.