Nurseries in Hackney
Hackney is a vibrant East London neighbourhood known for its parks, creative communities and growing number of young families. Covering E2, E5, E8 and E9, it includes areas such as Dalston, London Fields, Hackney Central and Stoke Newington. Families benefit from strong transport links including the Overground, bus routes and cycling networks. With many professionals and parents working flexible or hybrid roles, childcare demand is consistently high. Hackney offers a mix of private nurseries, preschools and childminders, supported by access to green spaces like London Fields, Clissold Park and Hackney Downs.
Parents in Hackney typically pay £108 per day for childcare, which is significantly 44% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £108
- Comparison
- +44% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 3,306 places
Nurseries near you in Hackney
Frequently Asked Questions
In Hackney, private nurseries typically accept children from around 3 months old. Funded early education begins the term after a child’s 3rd birthday, with earlier eligibility available 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 Hackney typically range from £85–£150 per day, with higher prices around London Fields and Stoke Newington.
Nurseries in Hackney are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Hackney Council.
Ask about outdoor access, learning approach, staff retention, how funded hours are applied and any additional charges such as meals or extended sessions.
Applying for funding
Hackney is covered by Hackney Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Hackney Council website
