Nurseries in Arun
Arun covers Bognor Regis, Littlehampton, Arundel and surrounding villages, offering a mix of coastal living and countryside landscapes. Families benefit from beaches, country parks, good local schools and community facilities. Nursery and preschool demand is consistently high in Littlehampton, Rustington, Arundel and central Bognor Regis.
Parents in Arun typically pay £73 per day for childcare, which is slightly 3% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £73
- Comparison
- -3% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,160 places
Nurseries near you in Arun
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Arun usually accept children from around 3 months old. School nurseries generally start from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after your child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier depending on circumstances.
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 qualify based on circumstances, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may also receive funded hours. Tax Free Childcare provides a government top up towards fees.
Nursery fees in Arun generally range from £60–£120 per day, with coastal areas such as Littlehampton and Rustington typically sitting at the higher end.
All nurseries in Arun are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by West Sussex County Council.
Ask about outdoor access, staff qualifications, SEN support, and how funded hours are delivered, including any additional charges.
Applying for funding
Arun is covered by West Sussex County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the West Sussex County Council website
