Nurseries in Brighton & Hove
Brighton & Hove is a vibrant coastal city known for its beaches, parks, diverse communities and strong early years provision. Covering postcode districts BN1, BN2 and BN3, it includes areas such as Brighton City Centre, Hove, Kemptown, Preston Park and Portslade. Families benefit from rail links to London Victoria and London Bridge, extensive bus networks, cycle routes and easy access to the A27. The city offers playgrounds, seafront attractions, children’s centres, cafés, libraries and a wide range of clubs and groups. With a large young family population and competitive school catchments, nursery demand is consistently high, particularly in Hove, Fiveways and central Brighton.
Market insights for Brighton & Hove
Parents in Brighton & Hove typically pay £76 per day for childcare, which is slightly 1% higher than the UK average of £75 per day. This pricing reflects local market conditions, including operational costs, demand levels, and regional economic factors that influence childcare provision. With 7,786 childcare places available across Brighton & Hove, families have a range of options to consider. Understanding these market insights helps parents make informed decisions about childcare costs and availability in Brighton & Hove.
- Average daily cost
- £76
- Comparison
- +1% vs UK average
- Total capacity
- 7,786 places
Nurseries near you in Brighton & Hove
- Bright Horizons Worthing Day Nursery and Preschool
- The Wishing Tree Children's Nursery
- Bright Horizons Hove Day Nursery and Preschool
- Bright Horizons New Church Road Day Nursery and Preschool
- Bright Horizons Wish Park Hove Day Nursery and Preschool
- Wild Monkeys Nursery
- Wild Monkeys Childcare Ltd
- Butterfly Nursery at Greenwich House
- Hopscotch Nursery
- Wild Monkeys Nursery
- Hopscotch Worthing
- Reflections Nursery
- Discovery Day Nursery
- Pumpkin Patch Nursery Crescent Road Worthing
- Sticky Fingers Worthing Limited
- Little Rascals Nursery
- Dolphins Day Nursery
- Woodstock Day Nursery
- Early Explorers Nursery - Worthing
- Davison Day Nursery
- Scamps Pre-School Ltd
- The Nursery School Company Worthing
- Abracadabra Day Nursery
- Pumpkin Patch Nursery St Botolphs Worthing
- Puddleducks Nursery
- Home from Home Worthing
- Elm Grove Childcare Club
- St John's Pre-School
- House of Culture Brighton
- Young Explorers - Goring
Frequently asked questions
In Brighton & Hove, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old, while school or council nurseries generally offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after a child turns 3, with earlier eligibility possible for some 2 year olds depending on circumstances.
All 3 and 4 year olds are entitled to 15 funded hours per week, with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds also qualify, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may receive funded childcare. Tax Free Childcare offers a 20 percent government top up on payments.
Nursery fees in Brighton & Hove typically range from £80–£150 per day, with the highest prices in Hove, Fiveways and central Brighton due to strong demand.
All nurseries in Brighton & Hove are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by East Sussex County Council in coordination with the city authority.
Ask about outdoor space, proximity to local parks, the learning approach, how funded hours are delivered and any extra charges for meals, nappies or outings.
Applying for funding
Brighton & Hove is covered by East Sussex County Council, the local authority for this area. Search their website for early years funding to apply.
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