Nurseries in Walsall
Walsall is a large West Midlands borough with a strong family population and a mix of urban and suburban neighbourhoods including Aldridge, Bloxwich, Willenhall and Brownhills. With expanding housing areas and good transport routes, demand for nursery places remains high. Walsall benefits from rail services, major bus routes and access to the M6. Families enjoy parks, nature reserves, leisure facilities and community amenities. The borough offers a wide range of nursery options across local neighbourhoods.
Parents in Walsall typically pay £73 per day for childcare, which is slightly 3% lower than the UK average.
- Average Daily Cost
- £73
- Comparison
- -3% vs UK Average
- Total Capacity
- 3,841 places
Nurseries near you in Walsall
Frequently Asked Questions
In Walsall, children can usually start private nursery from around 3 months old. Government-funded nursery places begin the term after a child turns 3, with earlier eligibility for some 2-year-olds or working parents of younger children.
In England, children aged 3 and 4 can access 15 hours of funded early education per week during term time, with many working families receiving up to 30 hours. Some 2-year-olds are eligible earlier, and working parents of children from 9 months old may also qualify for 30 funded hours weekly. Tax-Free Childcare is also available for eligible families.
Nursery fees in Walsall usually range between £50–£90 per day depending on age, sessions, meals and facilities.
All nurseries in Walsall are inspected by Ofsted. Early years funding and policy are overseen by Walsall Council.
Ask about staff qualifications, communication, outdoor play, learning approach, funded hours availability and any extra charges.
Applying for funding
Walsall is covered by Walsall Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the Walsall Council website
