Nurseries in Test Valley
Test Valley is a large rural district covering Andover, Romsey and surrounding villages. Families are drawn to its green spaces, strong schools and quieter lifestyle while retaining good transport connections to Salisbury, Winchester and Southampton. Nursery demand is strong in Andover and commuter villages along the A303 and M3.
Parents in Test Valley typically pay £76 per day for childcare, which is higher than the UK average of £75 per day.
- Average Daily Cost
- £76
- Comparison
- Same as UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,514 places
Nurseries near you in Test Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Test Valley typically accept children from around 3 months old. School nurseries and council settings generally offer funded early education from age 2 or 3 depending on eligibility.
All 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 funded hours per week, with many working parents eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds qualify for funded hours based on household circumstances, and eligible working parents may access funding from 9 months old.
Nursery fees in Test Valley range from £60–£125 per day, with higher rates in Romsey and larger, modern settings in Andover.
Ofsted regulates all nurseries in Test Valley, with early years funding administered by Hampshire County Council.
Ask about outdoor provision, how they support early development, availability of woodland or nature-based learning, and how funded hours are structured.
Applying for funding
Test Valley is covered by Hampshire County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Hampshire County Council website
