Nurseries in Runnymede
Runnymede is a well-connected Surrey district combining riverside towns, family-friendly neighbourhoods and convenient access to major transport routes. Covering postcodes such as KT15, KT16 and TW20, the district includes Addlestone, Chertsey, Egham and Englefield Green. Families benefit from strong rail links to London Waterloo, quick access to the M25 and M3, and proximity to Heathrow Airport. Popular locations include Runnymede Meadows, Windsor Great Park, Thorpe Park and numerous riverside walking paths. With a large professional population and expanding housing developments, childcare demand in Runnymede is consistently high, especially around Egham and Addlestone where nurseries often serve commuting parents.
Parents in Runnymede typically pay £92 per day for childcare, which is significantly 22% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £92
- Comparison
- +22% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,345 places
Nurseries near you in Runnymede
Frequently Asked Questions
In Runnymede, private nurseries usually accept children from around 3 months old. Council and school nurseries often begin places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education typically starts the term after a child turns 3, with earlier eligibility for some 2-year-olds or children of working parents.
In England, children aged 3 and 4 can receive 15 hours of funded childcare each week, with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2-year-olds also qualify based on household income. Eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may claim 30 hours per week. Tax-Free Childcare is also available, providing a government top-up of £2 for every £8 paid into an online childcare account.
Nursery fees in Runnymede generally range from £75–£130 per day, with prices often higher around Egham and Chertsey due to strong commuter demand and proximity to Heathrow.
All nurseries in Runnymede are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Surrey County Council.
Ask about outdoor play space, how the nursery uses nearby green areas such as Windsor Great Park, staff retention, funded hours and any additional charges for meals or consumables.
Applying for funding
Runnymede is covered by Surrey County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Surrey County Council website
