Nurseries in Shoreditch
Shoreditch is the heart of London's 'Tech City' and a global hub for creativity and culture. Located on the northern edge of the City of London and primarily in the EC2, E1 and N1 postcodes, it is known for its street art, independent boutiques, and vibrant nightlife. It is a key area for parents working in the tech, media, and finance industries looking for childcare near their workplace. Excellent transport from Old Street, Liverpool Street and Shoreditch High Street stations makes it highly accessible. The nursery market is competitive, catering to a professional demographic.
Parents in Shoreditch typically pay £110 per day for childcare, which is significantly 47% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £110
- Comparison
- +47% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 18,416 places
Nurseries near you in Shoreditch
nuuri registered
72 places
Ages 1 months to 5 years
3 / 4 inspection score
28 July 2023
nuuri registered
131 places
Ages 3 months to 5 years
3 / 4 inspection score
13 March 2024
Not registered with Nuuri
Frequently Asked Questions
Nurseries in and around Shoreditch are used to catering for working parents and often accept babies from 3-6 months old.
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.
Due to its central location and professional client base, nursery fees in Shoreditch are high, typically ranging from **£100–£175 per day**.
Nurseries are regulated by **Ofsted**. Funding for most nurseries in the area is administered by **Hackney Council**.
Ask about opening hours for commuting workers, how they provide outdoor experiences in a very urban setting, security, and staff qualifications.
Applying for funding
Shoreditch is covered by Hackney Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Hackney Council website
