Nurseries in Canton
Canton is a lively, diverse neighbourhood to the west of Cardiff city centre, popular with young families and professionals. Known for its independent shops, cafés and parks, it sits close to Pontcanna, Victoria Park and the city centre, with strong bus links across Cardiff and easy access to the A4232 and M4. Families in Canton benefit from a choice of private nurseries, school nurseries and childminders, plus local green spaces such as Thompson's Park and Victoria Park. Demand for nursery and preschool places is consistently high due to its central location and growing family population.
Parents in Canton typically pay £72 per day for childcare, which is slightly 5% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £72
- Comparison
- -5% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 197 places
Nurseries near you in Canton
nuuri registered
90 places
Ages 3 months to 5 years
3 / 4 inspection score
5 December 0024
nuuri registered
86 places
Ages 1 months to 5 years
3.75 / 4 inspection score
29 November 2022
nuuri registered
21 places
Ages 1 months to 5 years
4 / 4 inspection score
16 August 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Canton typically accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing and availability. Local authority nursery classes usually start from the term after a child turns 3, depending on eligibility and spaces at nearby schools.
In Wales, eligible working parents of 3 and 4 year olds can access up to 30 hours of government-funded childcare per week during term time, combining early education and childcare hours. Some 2 year olds may also qualify for Flying Start childcare depending on postcode and circumstances. Funding can usually be used with approved nurseries, playgroups and childminders. Parents can also use Tax-Free Childcare, which offers a 20% government top-up on childcare costs up to £2,000 per child per year.
Private nursery fees in and around Canton generally range from £55–£75 per day, with higher rates in the most central and in-demand settings. Full-day places and younger age groups (under 2s) tend to be more expensive, while term-time or sessional places may reduce overall costs if available.
All nurseries and childcare settings in Canton are regulated by Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW), which is responsible for registration, inspection and quality standards across Cardiff and the wider region.
Ask about outdoor play space, daily routines, how funded hours are delivered, meal and snack arrangements, staff qualifications and ratios, key worker systems, opening hours and waiting list times—especially if you need specific days or full-time hours in this busy central area.
Applying for funding
Canton is covered by Cardiff Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Cardiff Council website
