Nurseries in Crawley
Crawley is a major town in West Sussex known for its excellent commuter links, proximity to Gatwick Airport and strong employment base. The town offers parks, children’s centres, libraries and family-friendly neighbourhoods such as Maidenbower, Pound Hill and Three Bridges. Nursery demand is consistently high, especially for settings close to transport routes and new housing areas.
Parents in Crawley typically pay £79 per day for childcare, which is slightly 5% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £79
- Comparison
- +5% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,271 places
Nurseries near you in Crawley
Frequently Asked Questions
Nurseries in Crawley typically accept babies from around 3 months old. School nurseries usually offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after your child turns 3, and some 2 year olds are eligible earlier depending on circumstances or work status.
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 also qualify based on household circumstances, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may access funded childcare. Tax Free Childcare provides a 20 percent government top up to help with nursery costs.
Daily nursery fees in Crawley usually range from £65–£130, with higher rates in Maidenbower, Pound Hill and Three Bridges.
All nurseries in Crawley are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by West Sussex County Council.
Ask about opening hours, proximity to transport routes, outdoor space, staff turnover and any additional charges for meals or consumables.
Applying for funding
Crawley is covered by West Sussex County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the West Sussex County Council website
