Nurseries in East Hampshire
East Hampshire covers Alton, Petersfield, Horndean, Liphook and surrounding villages, known for scenic countryside, market towns and excellent primary schools. It is popular with families seeking quieter settings while retaining good access to Portsmouth, Winchester and London via the A3 and rail links.
Market insights for East Hampshire
Parents in East Hampshire typically pay £77 per day for childcare, which is slightly 3% 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 1,379 childcare places available across East Hampshire, families have a range of options to consider. Understanding these market insights helps parents make informed decisions about childcare costs and availability in East Hampshire.
- Average daily cost
- £77
- Comparison
- +3% vs UK average
- Total capacity
- 1,379 places
Nurseries near you in East Hampshire
- Ivy Mill Day Nursery
- Three Frogs Nursery
- The Ark Pre-School Nursery Liphook
- Milland Valley Nursery School Ltd
- Madhatters Nursery
- Miniland Farm Therapeutic Support and Learn
- Little Gems Day Nursery
- Petersfield Childcare Hub
- The Little School by the Lake
- The Avenue Day Nursery
- Harting Village Preschool Group
- Diggers Forest School Nursery
- Dragonflies Ditcham
- The Village Nursery
- Stepping Stones Playgroup
- The Hive Day Nursery
- BUSY BEE NURSERY SCHOOL
- The Little School at Pooh Corner
- Peter Pan Pre-School
- Old Dairy Farm Nursery
- Blackmoor Badgers
- The Village Nursery
- Single Steps Nurseries Liss Ltd
- First Steps Pre School
- Aster Daisy Nursery
- Busy Bees @ Chawton Park
- Into The Wild Nursery
- Chawton Pre-School
- Busy Bees @ St Lawrence
- CM Sports Holiday Club
Frequently asked questions
Private nurseries in East Hampshire generally accept children from 3 months old. School and council settings offer funded places from age 2 or 3, depending on eligibility.
All 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 funded hours per week, with many working families qualifying for 30 hours. Some 2 year olds are eligible earlier, and eligible working parents of babies from 9 months may access government funding.
Nursery fees in East Hampshire range from £65–£130 per day. Prices tend to be higher in Petersfield, Liphook and commuter villages close to the A3.
Nurseries in East Hampshire are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Hampshire County Council.
Ask about outdoor access, daily routines, settling-in sessions, how funded hours are delivered and any additional charges for meals or activities.
Applying for funding
East Hampshire is covered by Hampshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Search their website for early years funding to apply.
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