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Children 1st Rosemary Lane Nursery School
Rosemary Lane, Lincoln, LN2 5AT, United Kingdom
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 120 Limited spaces
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Nurseries in Lincoln
Lincoln's nurseries on Toddle include two Paper Moon nurseries in the south-west of the city, two Children 1st nursery schools off Wragby Road and Rosemary Lane, and Rand Farm Park's nursery out in the countryside.
Lincolnshire's figures put average hourly fees at £5.54 for under 2s and £5.44 for 3 and 4 year olds. Every nursery we list takes babies and opens all year.
Lincolnshire County Council runs funded childcare and early years SEND support across the LN postcodes.
Childcare numbers for Lincoln
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Outstanding nurseries
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Funded childcare
4
80% offer funding
Total nurseries
5
Across Lincolnshire
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£55/day*
Children 1st Wragby Road Nursery School
145 Wragby Road, Lincoln, LN2 4PL, United Kingdom
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 90 Spaces available
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£55/day*
Rand Farm Park Day Nursery & Pre-School
Rand Farm Park Day Nursery, Rand Farm Park, Rand, Lincoln, LN8 5NJ, United Kingdom
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 100 Spaces available
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£50/day*
Paper Moon Day Nursery - Doddington Park
Jasmin Road, Doddington Park, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 0QQ, United Kingdom
Play-Based Capacity 50 Waiting list
Area avg from
£55/day*
Paper Moon Day Nursery - Boultham Park
104 Boultham Pk Rd, Lincoln LN6 7TH, United Kingdom
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 34 Spaces available
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£186/week
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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 Lincoln?
The nursery postcode districts currently represented on this page map to Lincolnshire County Council. Your home postcode determines which council handles your application.
Visit Lincolnshire County CouncilPostcodes: LN2–LN8
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Nursery questions in Lincoln
Are there forest school or outdoor nurseries in Lincoln?
Yes. Rand Farm Park Day Nursery & Pre-School offers forest school or an outdoor-led approach.
How much do nurseries cost in Lincoln?
Average hourly fees are £5.54 for under 2s, £5.51 for 2 year olds and £5.44 for 3 and 4 year olds.
When must I renew my funded childcare code?
Renew it before 31 March, 31 August or 31 December to keep funding for the following term.
What SEND support can my child get at a Lincoln nursery?
Lincolnshire early years specialist teachers can support children aged 0 to 5 with assessment, intervention and nursery support. Parental consent is required.
Can I spread funded childcare across more than 38 weeks?
Yes. Your nursery can offer fewer funded hours each week and spread them across more weeks of the year.
Can Lincoln nurseries charge extra with funded hours?
Yes. Extra hours, meals, nappies and trips can be charged separately. Ask for the full fee list before accepting a place.
Can my child's nursery get extra SEND funding?
Yes. Eligible children using funded childcare can receive Early Years Inclusion Funding for additional support in their setting.
Is there free early years support for families in Lincoln?
Yes. Lincoln North Children's Centre offers free early years sessions, antenatal support, baby massage and sensory resources.
Which postcodes cover nurseries in Lincoln?
Lincoln nurseries are commonly found across LN1, LN2 and LN5, with nearby parts of the wider Lincoln area using LN3, LN4 and LN6. Use your full postcode when comparing nearby places.