Find a Nursery in Derby

4.5★ average from 703 Google reviews

There are 51 Ofsted-registered day nurseries in Derby on our register. At their latest inspection: 3 rated Outstanding, 38 rated Good — 100% of graded settings in this area are Good or better. 7 settings have already been inspected under Ofsted's new report card, which grades each area separately instead of giving a single headline word. Parents have left 703 Google reviews across 37 of these nurseries, averaging 4.5★. 39 confirm they accept government-funded hours, 30 are registered to take babies under two. Open any nursery below for its inspection history, fees, hours and what local parents have said.

Towns & areas in Derby

• Derby
  11 nurseries

Frequently asked questions

How many day nurseries are there in Derby?

We list 51 Ofsted-registered day nurseries in Derby. The list is rebuilt from Ofsted's official register, so closures and new registrations show up within a week.

Which nurseries near Derby are rated Outstanding?

3 nurseries are currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted in Derby, including The Cottage Private Day Nursery (55 Bedford Street), Oak House Nursery. Outstanding is the top grade and is awarded to a minority of settings, so also compare Good-rated nurseries on hours, fees and location.

What do parents say about nurseries near Derby?

Across 37 nurseries with enough reviews to average, parents in Derby have left 703 Google reviews at an average of 4.5★. Individual pages show the review text so you can look for recurring themes — settling-in, communication and staff turnover are the most useful signals.

Can I use funded hours at a nursery near Derby?

39 of the 51 nurseries in Derby (76%) confirm they accept government-funded early years hours. Eligibility depends on your child's age and your working status — check the nursery's own page for which funding codes they take and whether they charge for consumables on top.

Which nurseries near Derby take babies?

30 settings in Derby are registered to care for children from under two, and baby-room places are usually the first to fill. If you need a place before your child turns one, contact several nurseries as early as you can — waiting lists of six to twelve months are common.