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4.6★ average from 907 parent reviews on Google

Our directory covers 65 day nurseries in Merton, all registered with Ofsted. At their latest inspection: 4 rated Outstanding, 49 rated Good — 100% of graded settings in this area are Good or better. 4 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 907 Google reviews across 58 of these nurseries, averaging 4.6★. 39 confirm they accept government-funded hours, 32 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 Merton at a glance

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

65
Ofsted-registered nurseries
100%
Good or Outstanding
4.6★
907 parent reviews
39
Accept funded hours
32
Take under-twos

Latest Ofsted grades

  • Outstanding4
  • Good49

12 awaiting a first inspection or with no published grade, and 4 inspected under Ofsted's new report card.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How many day nurseries are there in Merton?
    We list 65 Ofsted-registered day nurseries in Merton. The list is rebuilt from Ofsted's official register, so closures and new registrations show up within a week.
    Which nurseries near Merton are rated Outstanding?
    4 nurseries are currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted in Merton. 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 Merton?
    Across 58 nurseries with enough reviews to average, parents in Merton have left 907 Google reviews at an average of 4.6★. 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 Merton?
    39 of the 65 nurseries in Merton (60%) 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 Merton take babies?
    32 settings in Merton 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.