Nurseries in Harlow
Harlow is a modern Essex town with a mix of new developments, established neighbourhoods and good access to London and Hertfordshire. Covering postcode districts CM17, CM18, CM19 and CM20, it includes Church Langley, Old Harlow, Newhall and Mark Hall. Families benefit from rail connections to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge, as well as access to the M11. The town offers parks, cycle paths, nature reserves, playgrounds and leisure centres, making it popular with young families and commuters. Childcare demand is steady across Harlow, particularly in areas with new housing such as Newhall and Church Langley.
Parents in Harlow typically pay £92 per day for childcare, which is significantly 22% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £92
- Comparison
- +22% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,363 places
Nurseries near you in Harlow
Frequently Asked Questions
In Harlow, private nurseries generally welcome children from around 3 months old. 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.
All 3 and 4-year-olds in England receive 15 funded hours per week, with up to 30 hours available to many working families. Some 2-year-olds are also eligible, and working parents of children from 9 months old may claim funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare can help reduce fees by 20 percent.
Nursery fees in Harlow typically range from £60–£115 per day, with newer developments such as Newhall often seeing higher rates.
All nurseries in Harlow are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Essex County Council.
Ask about outdoor play space, learning approach, funded hours availability, staff retention and any additional charges for meals, nappies or extended sessions.
Applying for funding
Harlow is covered by Essex County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Essex County Council website
