Nurseries in Worthing
Worthing is a vibrant coastal town in West Sussex, popular with families for its beaches, parks, theatres, strong primary schools and good transport links into Brighton and London. Neighbourhoods such as Goring-by-Sea, Broadwater, Tarring and West Worthing are especially sought after by parents. Nursery demand is consistently strong across the town and surrounding areas.
Parents in Worthing 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
- 1,562 places
Nurseries near you in Worthing
nuuri registered
56 places
Ages 1 months to 5 years
3 / 4 inspection score
27 March 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
Private nurseries in Worthing usually accept children from around 3 months old. School nurseries typically offer places from age 2 or 3. All children receive funded early education from the term after they turn 3, and some 2 year olds may be eligible earlier depending on household circumstances.
Across England all 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 funded hours per week, with many working families eligible for up to 30 hours. Some 2 year olds qualify based on household circumstances, and eligible working parents of children from 9 months old may also access funded childcare. Tax Free Childcare provides a 20 percent government top up towards nursery costs.
Nursery fees in Worthing typically range between £60–£120 per day, with higher rates in Goring-by-Sea, West Worthing and areas close to the seafront.
All nurseries in Worthing are regulated by Ofsted, with early years funding overseen by West Sussex County Council.
Ask about outdoor space, proximity to parks or the beach, staff retention, how funded hours are delivered and any charges for meals or consumables.
Applying for funding
Worthing is covered by West Sussex County Council, the local authority for this area. Visit their website to apply for early years funding.
Apply for funding on the West Sussex County Council website
