Nurseries in City of London
The City of London, often referred to as the Square Mile, is the historic and financial heart of the capital. While primarily known for its commercial and corporate landscape, it is home to a growing number of families living in modern developments around the Barbican, Moorgate, Aldgate and the riverside. Postcodes such as EC1–EC4 cover the area, offering a mix of apartments, cultural spaces and high-quality public facilities. Families benefit from exceptional transport links including multiple Underground lines, the Elizabeth line, Thameslink services and bus routes connecting across London. Although childcare places are fewer compared with residential boroughs, demand remains steady from families living locally and parents working in the City seeking convenient nursery options. The area offers outstanding schools, libraries, museums, the Barbican Centre and pocket parks, making it a unique but well-served location for early years childcare.
Parents in City of London typically pay £111 per day for childcare, which is significantly 48% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £111
- Comparison
- +48% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,131 places
Nurseries near you in City of London
Frequently Asked Questions
In the City of London, children can usually start private nursery or day care from around 3 months old, depending on availability. Funded early education generally begins the term after a child turns 3, with earlier eligibility for some 2-year-olds or working parents of younger children.
In England, all 3 and 4-year-olds can receive 15 hours of funded early education per week during term time, with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. There is also funded support for some 2-year-olds based on household circumstances, and entitlement for working parents of children from 9 months old to receive 30 hours per week for eligible families. The exact offer and start dates depend on your child’s age, your work status and when their birthday falls in the school year. Families can also benefit from Tax-Free Childcare if both working parents earn less than £100k per year. For every £8 a parent pays into their online childcare account, the government adds an extra £2 up to a maximum of £2,000 per child per year.
Nursery fees in the City of London are typically at the premium end, often ranging from **£110–£170 per day**, reflecting central London property costs and high demand from working families.
All nurseries in the City of London are regulated by **Ofsted**, with early years funding managed by the **City of London Corporation**.
Ask about opening hours suitable for commuting, staff ratios, outdoor space provision, curriculum approach, how funded hours are applied and any additional charges.
Applying for funding
City of London is covered by City of London Corporation, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the City of London Corporation website
