Nurseries in Gravesham
Gravesham is a riverside Kent district known for its diverse communities, strong transport links and mix of urban and suburban neighbourhoods. Covering postcode districts DA11, DA12 and DA13, it includes Gravesend, Northfleet, Chalk, Cobham and surrounding villages. Families benefit from fast trains to London St Pancras via HS1, as well as access to the A2, M25 and Ebbsfleet International. Popular family destinations include the Riverside Leisure Area, Shorne Woods Country Park, Gravesend Promenade and Cyclopark. With expanding housing developments and strong commuter appeal, childcare demand is steady across Gravesham, particularly in areas close to stations and primary schools.
Parents in Gravesham typically pay £85 per day for childcare, which is slightly 12% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £85
- Comparison
- +12% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 888 places
Nurseries near you in Gravesham
Frequently Asked Questions
In Gravesham, private nurseries commonly accept children from around 3 months old depending on availability. School and council nurseries usually offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education begins the term after a child’s 3rd birthday, with earlier eligibility for some 2-year-olds or working parents.
Children aged 3 and 4 in England are entitled to 15 funded hours each week, with many working families eligible for 30 hours. Some 2-year-olds qualify based on income, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may claim funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare also provides a 20 percent top-up on payments.
Nursery fees in Gravesham typically range from £65–£115 per day, with higher rates in Gravesend and Northfleet due to demand and proximity to major transport links.
All nurseries in Gravesham are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Kent County Council.
Ask about staff retention, outdoor spaces, how the nursery uses nearby parks or riverfront areas, the structure of funded hours and any extra charges for meals or extended sessions.
Applying for funding
Gravesham is covered by Kent County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Kent County Council website
