Nurseries in Rochford
Rochford is a coastal Essex district known for its family-friendly communities, good schools and convenient access to both Southend and London. Covering postcode districts SS4, SS5 and SS6, it includes Rochford Town, Hockley, Rayleigh and surrounding villages. Families benefit from rail services into London Liverpool Street, as well as nearby Southend Airport and access to the A127. The area offers parks, woodlands, playgrounds and coastal walking routes. With strong school catchments and commuter appeal, childcare demand is high in Rayleigh and steady across the district.
Parents in Rochford typically pay £81 per day for childcare, which is slightly 8% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £81
- Comparison
- +8% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 698 places
Nurseries near you in Rochford
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Rochford, private nurseries often accept children from around 3 months old. School and council nurseries usually begin places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education starts the term after a child turns 3, with earlier eligibility available for some 2-year-olds or working families.
All 3 and 4-year-olds across England receive 15 funded hours weekly, with up to 30 hours available to many working families. Some 2-year-olds are eligible for funded hours, and working parents of children from 9 months old can also receive funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare adds a 20 percent top-up to payments.
Nursery fees in Rochford typically range from £60–£115 per day, with Rayleigh often at the higher end due to strong demand and commuter links.
All nurseries in Rochford are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Essex County Council.
Ask about outdoor space, links to parks or woodlands, funded hours flexibility and any additional charges for meals, nappies or extended sessions.
Applying for funding
Rochford is covered by Essex County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Essex County Council website
