Find a nursery your little one will love.
Search by location, compare fees and availability, and find childcare that fits your child's age, routine and family needs.
Because choosing a nursery shouldn't feel overwhelming.
Clear childcare information in one place — fees, spaces, age groups, care options and quality checks.
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See childcare costs upfront so you can compare providers with confidence.
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Free guidance from Toddle' childcare experts whenever you need it.
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Compare nurseries before you book a visit, on the things parents actually care about.
- Nursery fees
- Availability
- Age groups
- Ofsted grade
- Meals included
- Opening hours
- Extended hours
- Learning approach
- Languages supported
- Outdoor space
Every family is different. So is every nursery.
Day Nurseries
Full-day childcare for babies through to school age, full or part-time.
Pre-Schools
Early years settings focused on play, learning and school readiness.
Nursery Schools
Structured early education led by qualified early years teachers.
Childcare Providers
Local options for different ages, schedules and budgets.
Understand nursery fees before you choose.
Get a quick estimate of what childcare could cost your family each week and month.
Defaults to 10 hours, but you can adjust it to match the nursery day you need.
Eligible working parents of children aged 9 months+ can access 15 or 30 funded hours. Stretched options spread term-time hours across the full year.
Estimates based on average UK nursery rates (Coram Childcare Survey 2024). Actual fees vary by provider and registration costs.
Compare real nursery feesWhy do families love Toddle?
The smarter way to find day nurseries, pre-schools and childcare across the UK. Toddle helps thousands of parents match with the right provider every month.
Real Availability
See which nurseries have open spaces, limited places or waiting lists — so you never waste time on providers that can't help.
Free Parent Support
Stuck choosing? Our team offers free guidance, from settling-in tips to understanding funding options.
Pricing Transparency
View fees, session costs and what's included upfront. No hidden charges, no awkward surprises on a tour.
Powerful Search Filters
Filter by age group, hours, meals, funding, outdoor space and more to find nurseries that truly fit your family.
Trusted by Families
We combine Ofsted data, provider updates and parent feedback so you can compare nurseries with confidence.
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Quick answers for parents.
Still have questions? Our childcare experts are here to help — for free.
What is Toddle?+
Toddle is a UK nursery finder helping parents discover, compare and contact trusted childcare providers.
How do I find nurseries near me?+
Enter your postcode, town or nursery name in the search bar. We'll show matching providers with availability, fees and Ofsted info.
Can I see real availability?+
Yes — providers update their availability so you can filter by spaces available, limited spaces or waiting lists.
Is Toddle free for parents?+
Completely free. There's no charge to search, compare or enquire with nurseries on Toddle.
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