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Bright Horizons Bishop's Stortford Day Nursery and Preschool
Unit 1, Western Neighbourhood Centre, Rainbird Road, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2AF
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 108 Limited spaces
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Nurseries in Bishop's Stortford
Bishop’s Stortford is an East Hertfordshire market town close to the Essex border, with areas including Thorley, Parsonage, All Saints and the town centre. The town is primarily covered by the CM23 postcode district, while early years education and childcare funding are administered by Hertfordshire County Council. East Herts Council currently divides the town across wards including Central, North, Parsonage, South and Thorley Manor.
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Daily fees range
£90
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Outstanding nurseries
0
0% of nurseries
Funded childcare
2
100% offer funding
Total nurseries
2
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N Family Club Bishop's Stortford
Thorley Wash Barn, London Road, Thorley, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 4AT, United Kingdom
Play-Based Capacity 80 Spaces available
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£270/week
· £14040/year
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Visit Hertfordshire County CouncilPostcodes: CM23
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Nursery questions in Bishop's Stortford
What postcode is Bishop’s Stortford?
CM23 is the main postcode district for Bishop’s Stortford. Hertfordshire’s school records show nursery and primary settings throughout CM23, including the town centre, Thorley, Parsonage and surrounding residential areas.
Is Thorley part of Bishop’s Stortford?
Yes. Thorley is part of Bishop’s Stortford, and East Herts Council has a Bishop’s Stortford Thorley Manor ward.
Are there school nurseries in the town?
Yes. Bishop’s Stortford has nursery classes at schools including Windhill21, Thorley Hill, All Saints, Northgate and Manor Fields. Hertfordshire currently lists these settings as offering 30 hours funding.
What if I commute to London?
Bishop’s Stortford has direct rail services to London Liverpool Street, with Greater Anglia running up to four trains an hour on weekdays. For a commuting routine, compare nursery opening and collection times as closely as the nursery’s distance from home or the station.
What age can my child start nursery?
The starting age depends on the type of setting. Day nurseries provide places for younger children and babies, while school nursery classes generally focus on children approaching school age. Check each setting’s published age range before choosing a place.
Can my 2 year old get funded childcare?
Yes, when your family meets one of Hertfordshire’s qualifying routes. The county has a working family entitlement and a separate route for 2 year olds whose families receive specified additional government support.
Can I get 30 funded hours?
All 3 and 4 year olds receive 15 universal funded hours. Eligible working families receive an additional 15 hours, bringing the entitlement to 30 funded hours a week.
Are meals and nappies included?
They are not automatically included in funded childcare. Hertfordshire requires providers to tell parents upfront about charges for meals, snacks, trips, nappies, sun cream and any extra childcare hours.
Does nursery guarantee a Reception place?
No. Attending a school nursery does not guarantee a Reception place at the same school. Hertfordshire requires a separate Reception application, and children already attending the nursery can still miss out when the school is oversubscribed.
What SEND support can my child get?
Hertfordshire’s Early Years SEND team supports children aged 0 to 5 and works with nurseries, childminders, schools and families. The team provides specialist advice, individual support and help with transitions for children who need additional support.