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4.7★ average from 89 parent reviews on Google

There are 19 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 1 miles of Kettering on our register. At their latest inspection: 3 rated Outstanding, 15 rated Good — 100% of graded settings here are Good or better. Parents have left 147 Google reviews across 14 of these nurseries, averaging 4.6★. 12 confirm they accept government-funded hours, 7 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 Kettering at a glance

Based on Ofsted's register and parent reviews for settings within 1 miles of Kettering.

19
Ofsted-registered nurseries
100%
Good or Outstanding
4.6★
147 parent reviews
12
Accept funded hours
7
Take under-twos

Latest Ofsted grades

  • Outstanding3
  • Good15

1 awaiting a first inspection or with no published grade.

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Frequently asked questions

How many day nurseries are there near Kettering?
We list 19 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 1 miles of Kettering. The list is rebuilt from Ofsted's official register, so closures and new registrations show up within a week.
Which nurseries near Kettering are rated Outstanding?
3 nurseries are currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted within 1 miles of Kettering, including Busy Bees Day Nursery at Kettering Venture Park, Windermere Day Nursery, Stepping Stones Pre-school. 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 Kettering?
Across 14 nurseries with enough reviews to average, parents within 1 miles of Kettering have left 147 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 Kettering?
12 of the 19 nurseries within 1 miles of Kettering (63%) 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 Kettering take babies?
7 settings within 1 miles of Kettering 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