Nurseries in East Devon
East Devon combines coastline, farmland and market towns, making it a popular area for families seeking early years provision. Covering postcode districts EX8–EX14 and EX24, it includes Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth, Ottery St Mary, Honiton, Seaton, Axminster and surrounding villages. Families benefit from access to beaches, the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, good primary schools, children’s centres, playgrounds and community groups. Nursery and preschool demand is strong in coastal towns such as Exmouth and Sidmouth, as well as commuter villages within reach of Exeter.
Parents in East Devon typically pay £74 per day for childcare, which is slightly 1% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £74
- Comparison
- -1% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 831 places
Nurseries near you in East Devon
Frequently Asked Questions
In East Devon, private nurseries often accept children from around 3 months old, depending on staffing and availability. School and council nurseries typically offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after your child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier depending on household circumstances or parental 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.
Nursery fees in East Devon generally range from £60–£110 per day, with higher rates in popular coastal towns such as Exmouth and Sidmouth and in villages with limited places.
All nurseries in East Devon are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Devon County Council.
Ask about outdoor play space, trips to the beach or countryside, staff qualifications, how funded hours are delivered, and any extra charges for meals, nappies, activities or extended sessions.
Applying for funding
East Devon is covered by Devon County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Devon County Council website
