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£62/day*
Children 1st Acorns Nursery School
Draycott Road, Upper Tean, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 4JJ
Outdoor Capacity 140 Limited spaces
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Nurseries in Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent grew from six separate towns, so nursery searches here can be very local. Families may compare settings around Hanley, Burslem, Tunstall, Stoke, Fenton and Longton, looking at availability, funded sessions, opening hours and fees within the part of the city that best fits everyday journeys.
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Total nurseries
1
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Estimated cost in Stoke-on-Trent
£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 Stoke-on-Trent?
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Nursery questions in Stoke-on-Trent
Who manages funded childcare in Stoke-on-Trent?
Stoke-on-Trent City Council manages local funded early education and childcare arrangements. Families in the city use Stoke-on-Trent services rather than Staffordshire County Council.
Can working parents get 30 funded hours in Stoke-on-Trent?
Yes. Eligible working parents can receive up to 30 funded hours a week from the term after their child turns 9 months until they start school.
Do funded nursery hours cover meals and nappies?
Not necessarily. Funded hours themselves should be free, but providers can charge separately for food, nappies, sun cream, trips or other extras. These additional charges must not be compulsory for accessing a funded place.
Can funded childcare be stretched across the year?
Yes, where the provider offers it. Stoke-on-Trent says some settings allow funded hours to be spread across more weeks of the year instead of using them only during the standard 38-week pattern.
What is a SHINE nursery in Stoke-on-Trent?
SHINE is Stoke-on-Trent’s local award for inclusive nursery environments. It recognises nurseries that demonstrate strong support for children with additional needs, making it a useful extra consideration for families looking for SEND provision.
Is a SHINE award the same as an Ofsted rating?
No. SHINE focuses specifically on inclusive support for children with additional needs, while Ofsted inspections assess the childcare provider more broadly. Parents can use both when comparing suitable Stoke-on-Trent nurseries.