Nurseries in Uttlesford
Uttlesford is a rural and highly sought-after Essex district known for its picturesque villages, excellent schools and access to both Cambridge and London. Covering postcode districts CM6, CM22 and CM23, it includes Saffron Walden, Stansted Mountfitchet, Thaxted, Takeley and Great Dunmow. Families benefit from rail services to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge, proximity to Stansted Airport and access to the M11. The area offers green space, historic sites, playgrounds, nature reserves and strong community networks. Childcare demand is high across Uttlesford, particularly in Saffron Walden and Stansted due to competitive school catchments and commuter links.
Parents in Uttlesford typically pay £88 per day for childcare, which is slightly 17% higher than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £88
- Comparison
- +17% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 1,389 places
Nurseries near you in Uttlesford
Frequently Asked Questions
In Uttlesford, private nurseries generally accept children from around 3 months old depending on staffing and availability. School and council nurseries typically begin places from age 2 or 3. Funded early education starts the term after a child turns 3, with earlier eligibility in some cases for 2-year-olds or working families.
All 3 and 4-year-olds in England receive 15 funded hours per week, with 30 hours available to many working parents. Some 2-year-olds can also access funded places, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old receive funded childcare. Tax-Free Childcare adds a 20 percent top-up to payments.
Nursery fees in Uttlesford generally range from £70–£130 per day, with higher rates in Saffron Walden and Stansted.
All nurseries in Uttlesford are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding administered by Essex County Council.
Ask about outdoor space, trips to nearby countryside locations, waiting list length, funding options and any additional fees for meals, consumables or extended sessions.
Applying for funding
Uttlesford is covered by Essex County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Essex County Council website
