Nurseries in Crouch End
Crouch End is a cherished North London 'village' in the N8 postcode, known for its creative community, independent shops, and landmark clock tower. Popular with media professionals and families, it has a distinct bohemian-but-affluent feel. Like its neighbour Muswell Hill, it lacks a Tube station but has excellent bus links and nearby Overground services at Crouch Hill and Hornsey. The area's strong family focus and great local amenities ensure persistent high demand for nursery places.
Parents in Crouch End typically pay £105 per day for childcare, which is significantly 40% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £105
- Comparison
- +40% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 981 places
Nurseries near you in Crouch End
Frequently Asked Questions
In Crouch End, nurseries typically accept children from 6 months to a year, with some offering baby rooms. Funded early education starts the term after the 3rd birthday.
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 Crouch End typically range from **£90–£155 per day**.
Childcare providers in Crouch End are regulated by **Ofsted**, with funding managed by **Haringey Council**.
Ask about their creative curriculum, staff turnover, outdoor space, and how they use local resources like Priory Park.
Applying for funding
Crouch End is covered by Haringey Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Haringey Council website
