Best Nurseries in Grays
35 nurseries in Grays — 2 Outstanding, 12 Good
Ofsted ratings in Grays
35
Total nurseries
2
Outstanding
12
Good
1
Inadequate
20
Not yet rated
Howard Road, Grays
The Gateway Primary Free School, Grays
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Grays
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 Grays?
Grays has 35 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 2 are rated Outstanding and 12 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Grays are rated Outstanding or Good?
40% of nurseries in Grays are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Grays?
This page lists all 35 nurseries in Grays sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.