Nurseries in Basingstoke and Deane
Basingstoke and Deane is a popular Hampshire district with strong commuter links to London Waterloo, excellent schools and large family neighbourhoods. Covering towns and villages including Basingstoke, Tadley, Overton and Whitchurch, it offers parks, leisure centres, libraries and accessible countryside. Nursery demand is consistently high around Basingstoke and surrounding commuter villages.
Parents in Basingstoke and Deane typically pay £80 per day for childcare, which is slightly 6% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £80
- Comparison
- +6% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 2,911 places
Nurseries near you in Basingstoke and Deane
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Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Basingstoke and Deane generally welcome children from around 3 months. School and council settings usually offer places from age 2 or 3, with funded early education starting the term after a child turns 3.
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 may qualify earlier depending on household circumstances. Eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may also access funded childcare.
Nursery fees in Basingstoke and Deane typically range from £70–£135 per day, with higher rates close to commuter areas and modern purpose-built settings.
All nurseries in Basingstoke and Deane are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding managed by Hampshire County Council.
Ask about outdoor space, funding delivery models, staff qualifications, SEND support, meal and activity charges, and how they support transitions into school.
Applying for funding
Basingstoke and Deane is covered by Hampshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Hampshire County Council website
