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Nurseries in Southam

Southam is a Warwickshire market town between Leamington Spa, Rugby and Banbury, with its historic centre around High Street and Market Hill and newer housing extending around the town. Southam is centred on the CV47 postcode district and sits within Stratford-on-Avon District, while education and funded early years childcare are administered by Warwickshire County Council.

Postcodes: CV47

Childcare numbers for Southam

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Bright Horizons Southam Day Nursery and Preschool
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£62/day*
Ofsted: Outstanding

Bright Horizons Southam Day Nursery and Preschool

St James Road, Southam, Warwickshire, CV47 0LY
Bright Beginning Capacity 75 Limited spaces
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£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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The nursery postcode districts currently represented on this page map to Warwickshire County Council. Your home postcode determines which council handles your application.

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Nursery questions in Southam

What postcode covers nurseries in Southam?

CV47 is the main postcode district for Southam and also extends into surrounding villages and rural communities. Checking the full address is useful when comparing whether a setting is actually within Southam or further outside the town.

How much funded childcare can Southam families receive?

All 3 and 4 year olds can receive 15 funded hours a week, usually over 38 weeks. Eligible working families can receive up to 30 funded hours a week from the term after their child turns 9 months old until school age.

Can some 2 year olds receive funded childcare without the working parent entitlement?

Yes. Eligible 2 year olds receiving certain additional forms of support can receive 15 funded hours. This includes some children receiving Disability Living Allowance, children with an EHC plan and families meeting qualifying benefit criteria.

Do I need to use all 30 funded hours every week?

No. Families can use fewer than their maximum entitlement. If the nursery offers stretched funding, the annual hours can also be spread over more than 38 weeks to give fewer funded hours each week.

Does qualifying for funded childcare guarantee the days I need?

No. Funding eligibility does not guarantee a particular Southam nursery, full day place or preferred weekdays. If your working pattern requires fixed days or long sessions, it is worth checking availability before the funded entitlement begins.

What costs can still appear on a funded nursery place?

Providers can charge separately for clearly identified extras such as meals, nappies, sun cream, trips, specialist activities or additional private hours. These charges should be transparent and separate from the funded hours themselves.

Can extra funding help my child's nursery if our family has a lower income?

Potentially. Eligible children using funded early education can attract Early Years Pupil Premium, which is paid directly to the provider to support the child's learning and development. Eligibility depends on circumstances such as certain benefits or care history.

What support is available if my child has SEND?

Warwickshire early years settings must make arrangements for children with additional needs, usually coordinated by a SENCO or another designated member of staff. Eligible children receiving Disability Living Allowance and funded early education can also attract £975 a year in Disability Access Fund for their provider during 2026 to 2027.