Best Nurseries in Eastbourne
42 nurseries in Eastbourne — 6 Outstanding, 20 Good
Ofsted ratings in Eastbourne
42
Total nurseries
6
Outstanding
20
Good
16
Not yet rated
Ocklynge County Junior School, Eastbourne
Gildredge House, Eastbourne
Ocklynge County Junior School, Eastbourne
Hampden Park Sports Centre, Eastbourne
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Eastbourne
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 Eastbourne?
Eastbourne has 42 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 6 are rated Outstanding and 20 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Eastbourne are rated Outstanding or Good?
62% of nurseries in Eastbourne are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Eastbourne?
This page lists all 42 nurseries in Eastbourne sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.