Nursery costs in London 2026

Nursery costs in London are among the highest in England, with private hourly rates averaging £12–£14 depending on the borough. London parents can use this calculator to see exactly what they will pay after 30 free hours, Tax-Free Childcare, and their local LA funding rate — which varies significantly across boroughs. Rates are pre-seeded using Barnet as a representative example; select your specific borough to get the precise figure.