Nurseries in Hastings
Hastings is a vibrant coastal town with a unique mix of seafront, historic old town areas and family neighbourhoods. Covering postcode districts TN34, TN35, TN37 and TN38, it includes Hastings Old Town, St Leonards, Silverhill and Ore. Families benefit from rail links to London Charing Cross and London Bridge, as well as access to the A21. Hastings offers beaches, parks, playgrounds, country walks, museums, galleries and a creative community atmosphere. Nursery demand is steady, particularly in family areas such as St Leonards, Old Town and the hill-top neighbourhoods surrounding Hastings Country Park.
Parents in Hastings typically pay £75 per day for childcare, which is slightly 1% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £75
- Comparison
- -1% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,029 places
Nurseries near you in Hastings
Frequently Asked Questions
In Hastings, private nurseries commonly accept children from about 3 months old, with school nurseries usually taking children from age 2 or 3. Funded childcare begins the term after a child turns 3, with earlier places available for some 2 year olds depending on eligibility criteria.
All 3 and 4 year olds can receive 15 funded hours per week during term time, and many working families are eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds also qualify for funded childcare, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old can access funded hours. Tax Free Childcare provides a 20 percent top up.
Nursery fees in Hastings typically range from £55–£110 per day, with St Leonards and Old Town generally at the higher end.
All nurseries in Hastings are regulated by Ofsted, with funding and support provided by East Sussex County Council through its early years service.
Ask about outdoor space, structured learning, local park trips, how funded hours are applied and any extra fees for meals or extended sessions.
Applying for funding
Hastings is covered by East Sussex County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the East Sussex County Council website
