Best Nurseries in Chatham
37 nurseries in Chatham — 3 Outstanding, 19 Good
Ofsted ratings in Chatham
37
Total nurseries
3
Outstanding
19
Good
1
Inadequate
14
Not yet rated
Unit N1 Dockside Outlet Centre, Chatham
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Chatham
In England, working families can get 15 hours of funded childcare a week from 9 months old, rising to 30 hours from September 2025, during term time (38 weeks a year). All 3–4-year-olds get at least 15 universal funded hours regardless of parents' work status, and some 2-year-olds qualify through additional support schemes.
Funded hours are used at participating nurseries and childminders — each profile on this page shows whether a setting has funded 2-year-old and 3–4-year-old places registered. Check eligibility and apply via GOV.UK childcare eligibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many nurseries are in Chatham?
Chatham has 37 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 3 are rated Outstanding and 19 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Chatham are rated Outstanding or Good?
59% of nurseries in Chatham are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Chatham?
This page lists all 37 nurseries in Chatham sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.