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4.6★ average from 107 parent reviews on Google

We track 16 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 2 miles of Braintree. At their latest inspection: 2 rated Outstanding, 13 rated Good — 100% of graded settings here are Good or better. Parents have left 126 Google reviews across 13 of these nurseries, averaging 4.5★. 13 confirm they accept government-funded hours, 11 are registered to take babies under two. Open any nursery below for its inspection history, fees, hours and what local parents have said.

Nurseries in Braintree at a glance

Based on Ofsted's register and parent reviews for settings within 2 miles of Braintree.

16
Ofsted-registered nurseries
100%
Good or Outstanding
4.5★
126 parent reviews
13
Accept funded hours
11
Take under-twos

Latest Ofsted grades

  • Outstanding2
  • Good13

1 awaiting a first inspection or with no published grade.

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Frequently asked questions

How many day nurseries are there near Braintree?
We list 16 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 2 miles of Braintree. The list is rebuilt from Ofsted's official register, so closures and new registrations show up within a week.
Which nurseries near Braintree are rated Outstanding?
2 nurseries are currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted within 2 miles of Braintree, including Busy Bees Day Nursery at Braintree Great Notley, Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery. Outstanding is the top grade and is awarded to a minority of settings, so also compare Good-rated nurseries on hours, fees and location.
What do parents say about nurseries near Braintree?
Across 13 nurseries with enough reviews to average, parents within 2 miles of Braintree have left 126 Google reviews at an average of 4.5★. Individual pages show the review text so you can look for recurring themes — settling-in, communication and staff turnover are the most useful signals.
Can I use funded hours at a nursery near Braintree?
13 of the 16 nurseries within 2 miles of Braintree (81%) confirm they accept government-funded early years hours. Eligibility depends on your child's age and your working status — check the nursery's own page for which funding codes they take and whether they charge for consumables on top.
Which nurseries near Braintree take babies?
11 settings within 2 miles of Braintree are registered to care for children from under two, and baby-room places are usually the first to fill. If you need a place before your child turns one, contact several nurseries as early as you can — waiting lists of six to twelve months are common.

These nursery listings are compiled from official Ofsted records, nursery websites, details provided directly by nurseries where available, and other trusted public sources. We regularly review and update listings to keep the information as accurate as possible. Learn more