Nurseries in Shepherd's Bush
Shepherd's Bush is a lively, multicultural district in West London, located in the W12 postcode. It is a major retail and transport hub, dominated by the Westfield London shopping centre and the historic Shepherd's Bush Market. With outstanding transport links via the Central, Hammersmith & City, and Overground lines, it's an incredibly convenient base for commuting parents. The area offers a mix of Victorian terraces and new developments, attracting a diverse range of families and creating high demand for childcare.
Parents in Shepherd's Bush typically pay £104 per day for childcare, which is significantly 39% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £104
- Comparison
- +39% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,591 places
Nurseries near you in Shepherd's Bush
Frequently Asked Questions
In Shepherd's Bush, private nurseries often cater for babies from 3-6 months. Funded education for 3 and 4-year-olds is available the term after their third 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.
Nursery fees in Shepherd's Bush typically range from **£90–£160 per day**.
Nurseries in Shepherd's Bush are regulated by **Ofsted**, and early years funding is administered by the **London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham**.
Ask about security procedures given the busy area, outdoor play opportunities, staff diversity, and how they manage drop-off and pick-up times for commuting parents.
Applying for funding
Shepherd's Bush is covered by Hammersmith and Fulham Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Hammersmith and Fulham Council website
