Nurseries in Crawley
Crawley is a major town in West Sussex known for its excellent commuter links, proximity to Gatwick Airport and strong employment base. The town offers parks, children’s centres, libraries and family-friendly neighbourhoods such as Maidenbower, Pound Hill and Three Bridges. Nursery demand is consistently high, especially for settings close to transport routes and new housing areas.
Market insights for Crawley
Parents in Crawley typically pay £79 per day for childcare, which is slightly 5% 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 1,171 childcare places available across Crawley, families have a range of options to consider. Understanding these market insights helps parents make informed decisions about childcare costs and availability in Crawley.
- Average daily cost
- £79
- Comparison
- +5% vs UK average
- Total capacity
- 1,171 places
Nurseries near you in Crawley
- Bright Horizons Crawley Day Nursery And Pre School
- Pembroke Park Nursery
- Daisychain Day Nursery
- Busy Bees Day Nursery at Crawley
- Worth Park Playgroup
- Milton Mount Playgroup
- St John's Sunshine Pre School
- Peter Pan Playgroup
- Copthorne Kinders Day Nursery
- Nuffy Bear Day Nursery
- The Donkey Field Pre School
- Kids Capers Day Nursery
- Rainbow Pre-School
- Rainbow Preschool
- Friary Preschool
- Little Explorers Nursery - Crawley
- Pound Hill Pre-School
- Cranbrook Independent Nursery and Preschool
- Maidenbower Pre-School Playgroup
- Honey Pots Childcare Limited
- Brookfield Day Nursery
- Little Stars Pre School Ifield Ltd
- Muddy Puddles Pre-School
- Water Lilies Preschool
- The Nursery School Charlwood
- Toad Hall Nursery Crawley
- Rainbow Nursery
- Little Holly Hedgehog Pre-school
- Willow Tree Pre-School Charitable Incorporated Organisation
- Enriching Lives Pre-school
Frequently asked questions
Nurseries in Crawley typically accept babies from around 3 months old. School nurseries usually offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after your child turns 3, and some 2 year olds are eligible earlier depending on circumstances or work status.
Across England all 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 funded hours per week with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds also qualify based on household circumstances, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may access funded childcare. Tax Free Childcare provides a 20 percent government top up to help with nursery costs.
Daily nursery fees in Crawley usually range from £65–£130, with higher rates in Maidenbower, Pound Hill and Three Bridges.
All nurseries in Crawley are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by West Sussex County Council.
Ask about opening hours, proximity to transport routes, outdoor space, staff turnover and any additional charges for meals or consumables.
Applying for funding
Crawley is covered by West Sussex County Council, the local authority for this area. Search their website for early years funding to apply.
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