Nurseries in Brentwood
Brentwood is a highly desirable Essex district known for its excellent schools, strong commuter appeal and attractive residential areas. Covering postcode districts CM13, CM14 and CM15, it includes Brentwood Town, Shenfield, Hutton and Pilgrims Hatch. Families benefit from fast rail links into London Liverpool Street and the Elizabeth line from Shenfield, as well as easy access to the A12 and M25. The district offers extensive parks, woodlands, country walks and family attractions such as Thorndon Country Park and Weald Country Park. Childcare demand is consistently high around Shenfield and central Brentwood due to competitive school catchments and commuting convenience.
Parents in Brentwood typically pay £89 per day for childcare, which is slightly 18% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £89
- Comparison
- +18% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,040 places
Nurseries near you in Brentwood
Frequently Asked Questions
In Brentwood, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old. School and council nurseries often offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education usually begins the term after a child turns 3, with earlier access possible for eligible 2-year-olds or working parents.
All 3 and 4-year-olds across England receive 15 funded hours weekly, with many working families eligible for 30 hours. Funded hours may also be available for 2-year-olds depending on circumstances, and working parents of children from 9 months old can access funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare provides a 20 percent government contribution.
Nursery fees in Brentwood typically range from £75–£135 per day, with Shenfield at the higher end due to strong commuter demand.
All nurseries in Brentwood are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Essex County Council.
Ask about outdoor play space, access to nearby parks, waiting list length, funded hours options and any additional fees for extras such as meals or outings.
Applying for funding
Brentwood is covered by Essex County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Essex County Council website
