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Nurseries in Lichfield

In Lichfield, nursery choice stretches from the city centre into residential areas such as Boley Park, Chadsmead, Stowe and Leomansley. For local parents, the practical differences between settings often come down to available places, opening hours, funded sessions and how easily a nursery fits around home, work or the school run.

Postcodes: WS13

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Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
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£62/day*
Ofsted: Good

Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School

The Hawthorns, Walsall Road, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 8JL
Forest School Capacity 89 Limited spaces
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Estimated cost in Lichfield
£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 Lichfield?

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

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Nursery questions in Lichfield

Who manages funded childcare in Lichfield?

Staffordshire County Council manages early years funding for families in Lichfield, including funded places for eligible children from 9 months old.

Can working parents get 30 funded hours in Lichfield?

Yes. Eligible working families can access up to 30 funded childcare hours a week for children aged 9 months to 4 years.

Can funded childcare be stretched across the year in Lichfield?

Yes, if the nursery offers a stretched arrangement. Staffordshire providers can spread funded hours over more weeks instead of using the full entitlement only during the standard 38-week term-time pattern.

Which parts of Lichfield have nursery options?

Families can find childcare around areas including Boley Park, Chadsmead, Stowe, Leomansley and St John’s, as well as the city centre. These are established Lichfield wards rather than nearby towns added to broaden the page.

How can I check a Lichfield nursery’s Ofsted rating?

Search the provider on Ofsted and compare its latest inspection information alongside fees, opening hours, age groups and funded-place availability before choosing a nursery.

What early-years SEND support is available in Lichfield?

Lichfield families can use the Staffordshire SEND Local Offer, which brings together information about services and support for children and young people aged 0–25 with special educational needs or disabilities.