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4.6★ average from 399 parent reviews on Google

There are 66 Ofsted-registered day nurseries in Wakefield on our register. At their latest inspection: 12 rated Outstanding, 41 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 399 Google reviews across 37 of these nurseries, averaging 4.6★. 31 confirm they accept government-funded hours, 38 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 Wakefield at a glance

Based on Ofsted's register and parent reviews for every day nursery in Wakefield.

66
Ofsted-registered nurseries
100%
Good or Outstanding
4.6★
399 parent reviews
31
Accept funded hours
38
Take under-twos

Latest Ofsted grades

  • Outstanding12
  • Good41

13 awaiting a first inspection or with no published grade, and 7 inspected under Ofsted's new report card.

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Frequently asked questions

How many day nurseries are there in Wakefield?
We list 66 Ofsted-registered day nurseries in Wakefield. The list is rebuilt from Ofsted's official register, so closures and new registrations show up within a week.
Which nurseries near Wakefield are rated Outstanding?
12 nurseries are currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted in Wakefield. 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 Wakefield?
Across 37 nurseries with enough reviews to average, parents in Wakefield have left 399 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 Wakefield?
31 of the 66 nurseries in Wakefield (47%) 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 Wakefield take babies?
38 settings in Wakefield 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.