Nurseries in Chiltern
Chiltern is a highly desirable Buckinghamshire district set within the Chiltern Hills, known for its countryside, pretty villages and excellent schools. Covering postcode districts HP5, HP6, HP7, HP8 and HP16, it includes Chesham, Amersham, Little Chalfont, Chalfont St Giles and Great Missenden. Families benefit from Metropolitan line and Chiltern Railways services into central London, plus good road links via the A413 and A404. The area offers woodland walks, National Trust sites, playgrounds, sports clubs and strong community networks. Childcare demand is consistently high across Chiltern, particularly in Amersham and the Chalfonts where commuter links and school catchments are especially sought after.
Parents in Chiltern typically pay £85 per day for childcare, which is slightly 13% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £85
- Comparison
- +13% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 936 places
Nurseries near you in Chiltern
Frequently Asked Questions
In Chiltern, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old. School and council nurseries usually offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after a child turns 3, with some 2 year olds able to access funded places depending on eligibility.
All 3 and 4 year olds across England are entitled to 15 funded hours per week during term time, with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds also qualify for funded childcare, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may receive funded hours. Tax Free Childcare can further reduce nursery bills with a 20 percent top up.
Nursery fees in Chiltern typically range from £80–£150 per day, with settings in Amersham, Little Chalfont and Great Missenden generally at the higher end due to strong demand.
All nurseries in Chiltern are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding administered by Buckinghamshire Council.
Ask about outdoor areas, any forest school style activities, waiting list length, how funded hours are applied and whether there are extra charges for meals, outings or extended sessions.
Applying for funding
Chiltern is covered by Buckinghamshire Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Buckinghamshire Council website
