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4.7★ average from 100 Google reviews

There are 50 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 1 miles of Derby on our register. At their latest inspection: 3 rated Outstanding, 37 rated Good — 100% of graded settings here 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 699 Google reviews across 36 of these nurseries, averaging 4.5★. 38 confirm they accept government-funded hours, 30 are registered to take babies under two. Each entry below links to a full profile with inspection history, fees where published, opening hours and Google reviews.

Nurseries in Derby at a glance

Based on Ofsted's register and Google reviews for settings within 1 miles of Derby.

50
Ofsted-registered nurseries
100%
Good or Outstanding
4.5★
699 Google reviews
38
Accept funded hours
30
Take under-twos

Latest Ofsted grades

  • Outstanding3
  • Good37

10 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 near Derby?
We list 50 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 1 miles of 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 within 1 miles of 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 36 nurseries with enough reviews to average, parents within 1 miles of Derby have left 699 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?
38 of the 50 nurseries within 1 miles of 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 within 1 miles of 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.

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