Nurseries in Horsham
Horsham district includes the historic market town of Horsham and surrounding villages such as Southwater, Billingshurst, Broadbridge Heath and Storrington. The area is popular with commuting families seeking strong schools, countryside access and good transport links into London and Brighton. Nursery and preschool demand is high across both town and village settings.
Parents in Horsham typically pay £79 per day for childcare, which is slightly 6% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £79
- Comparison
- +6% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 2,122 places
Nurseries near you in Horsham
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Horsham generally accept children from around 3 months old. School nurseries typically start from age 2 or 3. Funded early education is available from the term after a child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier depending on household circumstances.
All 3 and 4 year olds in England receive 15 funded hours, with many working families eligible for 30 hours. Some 2 year olds and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may also access funded childcare. Tax Free Childcare provides a government top up towards fees.
Nursery fees in Horsham usually range from £70–£135 per day, with the highest rates found in central Horsham, Southwater and village settings near commuter routes.
All nurseries in Horsham are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by West Sussex County Council.
Ask about staff experience, outdoor space, forest school availability, funded hours delivery and any additional charges.
Applying for funding
Horsham is covered by West Sussex County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the West Sussex County Council website
