Best Nurseries in Exeter
50 nurseries in Exeter — 4 Outstanding, 14 Good
Ofsted ratings in Exeter
50
Total nurseries
4
Outstanding
14
Good
32
Not yet rated
St. Gabriels C Of E Primary School, Exeter
St. Michaels C of E Primary Academy, EXETER
St. Sidwell's C Of E Primary School, Exeter
Pinhoe C Of E Primary School, Exeter
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Exeter
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 Exeter?
Exeter has 50 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 4 are rated Outstanding and 14 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Exeter are rated Outstanding or Good?
36% of nurseries in Exeter are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Exeter?
This page lists all 50 nurseries in Exeter sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.