Nurseries in Hampstead
Hampstead is one of London's most iconic and affluent residential areas, famous for its intellectual and artistic history and village-like atmosphere. Centred around the NW3 postcode, its biggest draw is the vast, wild expanse of Hampstead Heath. The area is characterised by beautiful period properties, boutique shops, and a strong community feel. Transport is provided by the Northern Line and Overground services. As a prime family location, demand for high-quality childcare is exceptionally strong, supporting a range of premium nursery settings.
Parents in Hampstead typically pay £105 per day for childcare, which is significantly 40% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £105
- Comparison
- +40% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 158 places
Nurseries near you in Hampstead
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Hampstead often have baby rooms and accept children from 3-6 months old. Funded early education starts the term after your child's 3rd birthday, with earlier eligibility for some families.
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.
Reflecting its status as a prime London neighbourhood, nursery fees in Hampstead are among the highest, typically ranging from **£120–£190 per day**.
All nurseries in Hampstead are inspected by **Ofsted**, with funding and local early years policies administered by **Camden Council**.
It is essential to ask about outdoor learning, specifically how often they use Hampstead Heath, as well as staff qualifications, waiting list policies, and any additional charges for specialist activities.
Applying for funding
Hampstead is covered by Camden Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Camden Council website
