# Nurseries in Shaftesbury

We list 2 nurseries in Shaftesbury (2 full-day, 0 sessional), with 100 registered places. Figures as of November 2026.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/south-west/dorset/shaftesbury  
Updated November 2026.

## At a glance

- Nurseries: 2 (2 full-day · 0 sessional)
- Registered places: 100 (about 50 per nursery)

## Nurseries

| Nursery | Type | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Ages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Shaftesbury Children Centre Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/shaftesbury-children-centre-nursery-2535359) | Full-day nursery | Outstanding |  |  |  |
| [Flying Start Nurseries](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/flying-start-nurseries-ey344676) | Full-day nursery | Good |  |  |  |

## Postcode districts

- [SP7](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sp7.md) (3)

## Neighbouring areas

- [Gillingham](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/south-west/dorset/gillingham.md) (1)
- [Stour Provost](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/south-west/dorset/stour-provost.md) (1)
- [Fontmell Magna](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/south-west/dorset/fontmell-magna.md) (1)
- [Lodbourne](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/south-west/dorset/lodbourne.md) (1)
- [Peacemarsh](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/south-west/dorset/peacemarsh.md) (1)
- [Iwerne Minster](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/south-west/dorset/iwerne-minster.md) (1)

## Frequently asked questions

### How many nurseries are there in Shaftesbury?

We list 2 nurseries in Shaftesbury: 2 full-day and 0 sessional, with 100 registered places between them (as of November 2026).

### Which areas are near Shaftesbury?

Neighbouring areas include Gillingham, Stour Provost, Fontmell Magna and Lodbourne.

## Sources

Ofsted register and inspections, nursery websites, public Google ratings and DfE data, as dated on each nursery page.

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