Nurseries in Putney
Putney is an affluent South West London district, located in SW15, renowned for its riverside setting and association with rowing. It attracts families and professionals with its combination of green space, including Putney Heath, and excellent transport links via the District Line and National Rail services to Waterloo. The vibrant high street, beautiful homes, and proximity to the Thames create a desirable, active lifestyle. Childcare is in high demand, with a range of nurseries catering to the area's professional demographic.
Parents in Putney typically pay £102 per day for childcare, which is significantly 36% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £102
- Comparison
- +36% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 829 places
Nurseries near you in Putney
Frequently Asked Questions
Nurseries in Putney typically accept children from 6 months, with many offering baby units for children from 3 months old. Funded hours are available the term after the 3rd birthday.
In England, all 3 and 4-year-olds can receive 15 hours of funded early education per week during term time, with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. There is also funded support for some 2-year-olds based on household circumstances, and entitlement for working parents of children from 9 months old to receive 30 hours per week for eligible families. The exact offer and start dates depend on your child’s age, your work status and when their birthday falls in the school year. Families can also benefit from Tax-free Childcare if both working parents earn less than £100k per year. For every £8 a parent pays into their online childcare account, the government adds an extra £2 up to a maximum of £2,000 per child, per year.
Reflecting its affluent character, nursery fees in Putney are at the higher end, typically ranging from **£100–£170 per day**.
Nurseries in Putney are regulated by **Ofsted**, and funding is administered by **Wandsworth Council**.
Inquire about their use of outdoor spaces like Putney Heath, staff qualifications, flexibility for working parents, and their approach to early years learning.
Applying for funding
Putney is covered by Wandsworth, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Wandsworth website
