Nurseries in Fforestfach
Fforestfach is a well-connected suburban area in West Swansea, known for its retail parks, residential estates and strong transport links to the M4, city centre and Gower Peninsula. Families appreciate its affordability, access to major shops and good local schools. Nursery demand is steady across both new housing estates and long-established residential streets.
Parents in Fforestfach typically pay £66 per day for childcare, which is slightly 12% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £66
- Comparison
- -12% vs UK Average
Nurseries near you in Fforestfach
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Fforestfach typically accept children from around 3 months old. Council early education places usually begin from age 3 depending on eligibility.
In Wales, eligible working parents of 3 and 4-year-olds can access up to 30 funded childcare hours weekly for up to 48 weeks each year. Some 2-year-olds may be eligible for Flying Start childcare depending on postcode. Swansea Council oversees the application and allocation of funded places in Fforestfach.
Nursery fees in Fforestfach typically range from £48–£65 per day, with demand driven by its location between the city centre and the M4 corridor.
All childcare settings in Fforestfach are regulated by Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW).
Ask about opening hours, availability for commuting parents, funded hours delivery, outdoor space, meals and waiting list times.
Applying for funding
Fforestfach is covered by Swansea Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Swansea Council website
