Nurseries in Ealing
Ealing is one of West London’s most established family areas, known for its green spaces, spacious homes and strong schools. Covering W5 and parts of W13 and W7, the area includes Ealing Broadway, Northfields and West Ealing. With the Elizabeth line providing fast links to central London, demand for childcare has increased. Families benefit from parks, playgrounds, community centres and a wide choice of nurseries and preschools.
Parents in Ealing typically pay £98 per day for childcare, which is significantly 31% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £98
- Comparison
- +31% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,773 places
Nurseries near you in Ealing
Frequently Asked Questions
In Ealing, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old. Funded early education starts the term after a child turns 3, with earlier eligibility possible for some 2-year-olds or working parents.
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 Ealing typically range from £85–£150 per day, with higher prices near Ealing Broadway and Northfields.
Nurseries in Ealing are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Ealing Council.
Ask about outdoor play areas, curriculum, waiting list length, how funded hours are allocated and additional fees for meals or extended care.
Applying for funding
Ealing is covered by Ealing Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Ealing Council website
