Nurseries in Maritime Quarter
The Maritime Quarter is a waterfront neighbourhood in central Swansea, known for its marina, coastal walks, modern apartments and cultural venues. Families enjoy its access to Swansea Bay, parks, cafés, museums and the city centre. It is particularly popular with professionals and young families seeking coastal city living.
Market insights for Maritime Quarter
Parents in Maritime Quarter typically pay £66 per day for childcare, which is slightly 13% lower than the UK average of £75 per day. This pricing reflects local market conditions, including operational costs, demand levels, and regional economic factors that influence childcare provision. With 716 childcare places available across Maritime Quarter, families have a range of options to consider. Understanding these market insights helps parents make informed decisions about childcare costs and availability in Maritime Quarter.
- Average daily cost
- £66
- Comparison
- -13% vs UK average
- Total capacity
- 716 places
Nurseries near you in Maritime Quarter
- Little People Day Nursery
- Coedffranc Childcare
- Meithrinfa Dydd Ser Bach Cylch Waunceirch
- Abbey Childcare
- Gofal Plant Tregeles
- Lilliput Day Nursery - Neath Campus
- Woodlands Childcare Centre Ltd
- PALS Childcare Bryncoch
- Ty Plant Community Nursery
- Bright Stars
- Dovecote Day Nursery
- PALS Daycare
- Little Sprouts Day Nursery
- Ty Enfys
- Melin Childcare
- Briton Ferry Childcare
- Tŷ Plant Community Nursery
- Cylch Meithrin Teulu'r Tyle
- Once Upon a Time Childcare Ltd
- Little Acorns Nursery
- Resolven Building Blocks
- Cylch Meithrin Cwmnedd
- Rompers Day Nursery
- Croeso Day Nursery
- Aberavon Integrated Children`s Centre
- Funky Footsteps Saint Joseph's Catholic School Provison
- Funky Footsteps
- All Born Curious Limited
- Funky Footsteps Day Nursery Hospital Site
- Sandy Feet Day Nursery
Frequently asked questions
Private nurseries in the Maritime Quarter typically accept children from around 3 months old. Council early education is generally available from age 3, subject to eligibility.
Eligible working parents of 3 and 4-year-olds in Wales can access up to 30 funded childcare hours per week for 48 weeks a year. Flying Start provision may also support eligible 2-year-olds. Swansea Council administers funded childcare places in the Maritime Quarter and nearby areas.
Nursery fees in the Maritime Quarter typically range from £55–£75 per day, reflecting demand for central, waterfront locations.
Childcare settings in the Maritime Quarter are regulated by Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW).
Ask about outdoor play, beach access, funded hours delivery, meals, staff ratios and waiting list availability.
Applying for funding
Maritime Quarter is covered by Swansea Council, the local authority for this area. Search their website for early years funding to apply.
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