Nurseries in South Bucks
South Bucks is an affluent district on the Buckinghamshire and Berkshire border, popular with commuting families who value strong schools and fast access to London. Covering postcode districts HP8, HP9, SL2, SL3 and SL9, it includes Beaconsfield, Gerrards Cross, Denham, Farnham Common and parts of the Slough fringe. Families benefit from Chiltern Railways and Great Western services into London, as well as excellent road links via the M40, M4 and M25. The area offers woodlands, country parks, golf courses, playgrounds and well served village centres. Childcare demand is very strong, with places in Beaconsfield and Gerrards Cross in particularly high demand.
Parents in South Bucks typically pay £89 per day for childcare, which is slightly 18% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £89
- Comparison
- +18% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 2,223 places
Nurseries near you in South Bucks
Frequently Asked Questions
In South Bucks, private nurseries often welcome children from around 3 months old, subject to places and staffing. School and council nurseries typically offer places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education starts the term after a child turns 3, with some 2 year olds eligible earlier depending on income or other criteria.
Across England, all 3 and 4 year olds are entitled to 15 funded hours per week during term time, with many working families able to claim up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds also qualify for funded childcare, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may receive funded hours. Tax Free Childcare can help with remaining fees through a 20 percent top up.
Nursery fees in South Bucks typically range from £85–£160 per day, with Beaconsfield and Gerrards Cross among the most expensive areas due to high demand and strong commuter links.
All nurseries in South Bucks are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by Buckinghamshire Council.
Ask about outdoor space, trips to nearby woods or parks, how the nursery structures funded hours, staff turnover and what is included in the daily fee such as meals, snacks and nappies.
Applying for funding
South Bucks is covered by Buckinghamshire Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Buckinghamshire Council website
