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4.4★ average from 895 Google reviews

We track 25 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 2 miles of Waltham Cross. 12 of those have a Waltham Cross address; the rest are in surrounding villages and suburbs but still within a short drive. At their latest inspection: 1 rated Outstanding, 19 rated Good, 1 currently Requires Improvement — 95% of graded settings here are Good or better. Parents have left 921 Google reviews across 24 of these nurseries, averaging 4.4★. 13 confirm they accept government-funded hours, 13 are registered to take babies under two. Every listing shows the current Ofsted grade, opening hours, published fees and Google reviews so you can shortlist before booking a visit.

Nurseries in Waltham Cross at a glance

Based on Ofsted's register and Google reviews for settings within 2 miles of Waltham Cross.

25
Ofsted-registered nurseries
95%
Good or Outstanding
4.4★
921 Google reviews
13
Accept funded hours
13
Take under-twos

Latest Ofsted grades

  • Outstanding1
  • Good19
  • Requires improvement1

4 awaiting a first inspection or with no published grade.

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Frequently asked questions

How many day nurseries are there near Waltham Cross?
We list 25 Ofsted-registered day nurseries within 2 miles of Waltham Cross, 12 of which have a Waltham Cross address. The list is rebuilt from Ofsted's official register, so closures and new registrations show up within a week.
Which nurseries near Waltham Cross are rated Outstanding?
1 nursery is currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted within 2 miles of Waltham Cross, including Little Sparrows 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 Waltham Cross?
Across 24 nurseries with enough reviews to average, parents within 2 miles of Waltham Cross have left 921 Google reviews at an average of 4.4★. 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 Waltham Cross?
13 of the 25 nurseries within 2 miles of Waltham Cross (52%) 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 Waltham Cross take babies?
13 settings within 2 miles of Waltham Cross 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