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4.5★ average from 79 parent reviews on Google

There are 28 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 2 miles of Loughborough on our register. At their latest inspection: 1 rated Outstanding, 23 rated Good — 100% of graded settings here are Good or better. 4 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 145 Google reviews across 14 of these nurseries, averaging 4.6★. 18 confirm they accept government-funded hours, 15 are registered to take babies under two. Every listing shows the current Ofsted grade, opening hours, published fees and parent reviews so you can shortlist before booking a visit.

Nurseries in Loughborough at a glance

Based on Ofsted's register and parent reviews for settings within 2 miles of Loughborough.

28
Ofsted-registered nurseries
100%
Good or Outstanding
4.6★
145 parent reviews
18
Accept funded hours
15
Take under-twos

Latest Ofsted grades

  • Outstanding1
  • Good23

4 awaiting a first inspection or with no published grade, and 4 inspected under Ofsted's new report card.

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Frequently asked questions

How many day nurseries are there near Loughborough?
We list 28 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 2 miles of Loughborough. The list is rebuilt from Ofsted's official register, so closures and new registrations show up within a week.
Which nurseries near Loughborough are rated Outstanding?
1 nursery is currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted within 2 miles of Loughborough, including Loughborough University 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 Loughborough?
Across 14 nurseries with enough reviews to average, parents within 2 miles of Loughborough have left 145 Google reviews at an average of 4.6★. 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 Loughborough?
18 of the 28 nurseries within 2 miles of Loughborough (64%) 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 Loughborough take babies?
15 settings within 2 miles of Loughborough 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.

These nursery listings are compiled from official Ofsted records, nursery websites, details provided directly by nurseries where available, and other trusted public sources. We regularly review and update listings to keep the information as accurate as possible. Learn more