Nurseries in Mid Sussex
Mid Sussex covers Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, East Grinstead and surrounding villages. It is a popular family area with fast rail connections to London and Brighton, strong primary schools, parks, countryside and vibrant commuter towns. Nursery demand is high across all major towns and growing housing developments.
Parents in Mid Sussex typically pay £78 per day for childcare, which is slightly 4% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £78
- Comparison
- +4% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 2,685 places
Nurseries near you in Mid Sussex
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most nurseries in Mid Sussex accept children from around 3 months old. School nurseries and preschools usually offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education starts the term after your child turns 3, with earlier eligibility for some 2 year olds depending on household circumstances.
All 3 and 4 year olds get 15 funded hours a week, with many working families eligible for 30 hours. Some 2 year olds qualify based on circumstances, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may also access funded childcare. Tax Free Childcare provides a 20 percent top up towards nursery fees.
Daily nursery rates in Mid Sussex typically sit between £65–£130, with higher pricing in Haywards Heath, East Grinstead and Burgess Hill.
All nurseries in Mid Sussex are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by West Sussex County Council.
Ask about waiting list times, outdoor space, session flexibility, how funded hours are delivered and any extra charges for meals or supplies.
Applying for funding
Mid Sussex 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
