Area avg from
£62/day*
Nurtured @ Northfield
57 Northfield Lane, Wickersley, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S66 2HL
Child Led Capacity 49 Limited spaces
Town childcare guide
Nurseries in Rotherham
Rotherham is a South Yorkshire town centred around Rotherham Minster and the River Don, with established communities including Clifton, Kimberworth, Eastwood, Herringthorpe, Greasbrough and Wickersley. The town and surrounding urban area span several S postcode districts, while funded early years childcare is administered by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council.
Childcare numbers for Rotherham
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Outstanding nurseries
1
100% of nurseries
Funded childcare
1
100% offer funding
Total nurseries
1
Across South Yorkshire
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Estimated cost in Rotherham
£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.
Funded childcare guide
How to Apply for Funded Childcare in Rotherham?
The nursery postcode districts currently represented on this page map to Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council. Your home postcode determines which council handles your application.
Visit Rotherham Metropolitan Borough CouncilPostcodes: S66
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Nursery questions in Rotherham
Which postcodes cover nurseries in Rotherham?
Central and nearby Rotherham areas mainly use S60, S61 and S65, while the wider Rotherham area also extends into S62 and S66. Postcode districts can cover several communities, so checking the full nursery address is useful when comparing locations.
How much funded childcare can Rotherham families receive?
All 3 and 4 year olds can receive 15 funded hours a week for 38 weeks. Eligible working families can receive up to 30 funded hours a week from 9 months old until school age.
What if my 2 year old qualifies for more than one entitlement?
Some 2 year olds can receive 15 funded hours through the additional support scheme. If the family also qualifies for the working parent entitlement, the two offers can provide up to 30 funded hours in total.
Do I apply directly to a Rotherham nursery for a place?
Usually, yes. Applications for nursery and Foundation Stage 1 places are generally made directly to the nursery, school or childcare provider, and having funding eligibility does not guarantee that a particular setting has space.
Does attending a school nursery guarantee a Reception place?
No. Attending the nursery or Foundation Stage 1 class at a Rotherham school does not guarantee a Reception place at the same school. Reception admissions require a separate application.
How often do working parents need to renew their childcare code?
Parents using the working parent entitlement need to reconfirm their eligibility every 3 months. Keeping the code valid is important for continuing the additional funded hours.
Can funded hours be used with different types of childcare?
Yes. Funded places can be offered by eligible day nurseries, pre schools, schools and childminders, giving families different options depending on the sessions and hours they need.
What nursery costs might still be charged separately?
Funding covers the eligible childcare hours, but there may still be charges for meals, nappies, additional private hours or optional activities. Parents should check what is included and what costs extra before agreeing to a place.
What extra support can a Rotherham nursery receive for a child with SEND?
Rotherham provides early years SEND support for children with learning, medical, health or physical needs. Eligible settings can also receive an Inclusion Support Grant to increase staffing and provide additional support for children from birth through their Foundation 1 year.