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£62/day*
Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Derriford
Unit 3a & 3b, Derriford Business Park, Derriford, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 5QZ
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 146 Limited spaces
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Nurseries in Plymouth
In Plymouth, nursery choice is often very neighbourhood-led, from Plympton and Plymstock to Devonport, Stoke, Peverell and the city centre. With 39 recognised neighbourhoods across the city, ToddleKids helps parents compare nurseries and preschools around the places that actually fit home, work and everyday family routines.
Childcare numbers for Plymouth
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Outstanding nurseries
0
0% of nurseries
Funded childcare
2
67% offer funding
Total nurseries
3
Across Devon
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£62/day*
Flying Start Nursery - Marjon
Marjon University, Derriford Road, Derriford, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8BH
Forest School Capacity 59 Spaces available
Area avg from
£62/day*
King's School & Nursery
King’s School & Nursery, Hartley Road, Mannamead, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 5LW
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 46 Spaces available
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Estimated cost in Plymouth
£186/week
· £9672/year
Based on the area average of £62/day
Estimates based on average UK nursery rates (Coram Childcare Survey 2024). Actual fees vary by provider and registration costs.
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How to Apply for Funded Childcare in Plymouth?
The nursery postcode districts currently represented on this page map to Plymouth City Council. Your home postcode determines which council handles your application.
Visit Plymouth City CouncilPostcodes: PL3–PL6
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Nursery questions in Plymouth
Are there enough nursery places in Plymouth?
Plymouth’s November 2025 parent survey found 93% of respondents felt there were sufficient childcare places across the city. Individual nursery availability can still vary by age, location and start date.
Can working parents get 30 hours of funded childcare in Plymouth?
Yes. Eligible working families can receive up to 30 hours of funded childcare a week for children aged 9 months to 4 years, usually from the term after the child turns 9 months.
What is Me2 funding in Plymouth?
Me2 is Plymouth’s funded childcare scheme for eligible 2-year-olds. Qualifying families can receive 15 hours of childcare a week during term time from the term after their child turns two.
Who manages funded childcare in Plymouth?
Plymouth City Council manages local early years and childcare services within Plymouth, including funded childcare information and the Me2 scheme. Families in the city use Plymouth services rather than Devon County Council for these local arrangements.
What SEND support is available for preschool children in Plymouth?
Plymouth’s Early Years Inclusion Service supports preschool children with additional needs and disabilities through nursery visits, home visits and work with parents and professionals. Families can also use the Plymouth SEND Local Offer.
Do all 3 and 4-year-olds in Plymouth get funded childcare?
Yes. All 3 and 4-year-olds are entitled to 570 funded hours a year, commonly taken as 15 hours a week for 38 weeks, from the term after their third birthday.
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