Nursery fees in SS3
What childcare costs in SS3 in 2026 — full-time, part-time and with funded hours.
£1,365/month
full-time place · from £315/week
Typical range £1,160–£1,610/month · part-time (around 25 hours) from ~£173/week.
A transparent modelled estimate — not a quote. How we estimate fees.
How SS3 compares
Funded hours cut the cost
Eligible families get 15 or 30 hours of government-funded childcare for 2, 3 and 4-year-olds — often the difference between the figures above and a much smaller top-up. Each nursery profile shows how many funded places it has.
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See 9 nurseries in SS3 →Nursery cost FAQs
How much does a nursery cost in SS3?
A full-time nursery place in SS3 is estimated at around £1,365 per month (roughly £315 per week), typically between £1,160 and £1,610. This is a modelled estimate — real fees vary by nursery.
Is nursery more expensive in SS3 than average?
At around £1,365 per month, a full-time place in SS3 compares with a national average of about £1,255 and a regional average of about £1,300 per month.
Can I get help with nursery costs in SS3?
Yes — eligible families can use 15 or 30 hours of government-funded childcare for 2, 3 and 4-year-olds, which reduces what you pay. Many nurseries in SS3 offer funded places; each nursery profile shows how many.