North West childcare information
Discover childcare costs, funding options, and local support available in North West. Major cities with lower average costs.
About childcare in North West
Typical hourly costs
£4.50-£6.50
Costs vary by provider type, location within the region, and specific services offered.
Local support
North West councils provide extensive family support services and often have additional local childcare initiatives.
Key facts about North West
- •Lower costs than southern regions
- •Excellent provider availability
- •Strong public transport
- •Active parent communities
- •Good local authority support
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Region overview
Average costs
£4.50-£6.50
per hour
Cities covered
2 detailed city guides available