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4.7★ average from 997 parent reviews on Google

There are 174 Ofsted-registered day nurseries in Norfolk on our register. At their latest inspection: 26 rated Outstanding, 129 rated Good, 1 currently Requires Improvement — 99% of graded settings in this area are Good or better. 9 settings have already been inspected under Ofsted's new report card, which grades each area separately instead of giving a single headline word. Parents have left 997 Google reviews across 83 of these nurseries, averaging 4.7★. 112 confirm they accept government-funded hours, 81 are registered to take babies under two. Every listing shows the current Ofsted grade, opening hours, published fees and parent reviews so you can shortlist before booking a visit.

Nurseries in Norfolk at a glance

Based on Ofsted's register and parent reviews for every day nursery in Norfolk.

174
Ofsted-registered nurseries
99%
Good or Outstanding
4.7★
997 parent reviews
112
Accept funded hours
81
Take under-twos

Latest Ofsted grades

  • Outstanding26
  • Good129
  • Requires improvement1

18 awaiting a first inspection or with no published grade, and 9 inspected under Ofsted's new report card.

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Frequently asked questions

How many day nurseries are there in Norfolk?
We list 174 Ofsted-registered day nurseries in Norfolk. The list is rebuilt from Ofsted's official register, so closures and new registrations show up within a week.
Which nurseries near Norfolk are rated Outstanding?
26 nurseries are currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted in Norfolk, including Orchidale Children's Nursery, Little Owls 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 Norfolk?
Across 83 nurseries with enough reviews to average, parents in Norfolk have left 997 Google reviews at an average of 4.7★. 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 Norfolk?
112 of the 174 nurseries in Norfolk (64%) 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 Norfolk take babies?
81 settings in Norfolk 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.