Nurseries in Warwick

CV34 is the main postcode district for Warwick and covers the town centre and many surrounding residential areas. Families close to the boundary with Leamington Spa may also find childcare in neighbouring CV postcode districts practical.

All 3 and 4 year olds can receive 15 funded hours a week, normally for 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.

Funding starts from the next main entitlement period after your child reaches the qualifying age and you have a valid code. The main start dates are 1 January, 1 April and 1 September, and the code must be obtained before the relevant deadline.

Yes, if your nursery or childminder offers this arrangement. Warwickshire allows the annual entitlement to be taken as fewer hours per week across more weeks, rather than using the standard amount over 38 weeks.

Yes. A child should not be refused a funded place simply because they live in another local authority area. The council where the childcare setting is located administers the funding.

The funded entitlement itself must be free to parents, but providers may charge separately for meals, snacks, nappies, sun cream, additional hours, trips or specialist activities. These charges should be clearly explained and separated from the funded hours.

No. Eligibility does not guarantee a place at a particular Warwick nursery or on your preferred weekdays. Families needing full days, fixed working days or a baby place may benefit from checking availability before the funding start date.

Possibly. Eligible children can attract Early Years Pupil Premium, which is paid directly to the provider to support learning and development. Eligibility can depend on family circumstances, benefits or a child's care history.

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