Best Nurseries in London
5,103 nurseries found
Key Facts
- There are 5,103 nurseries in London, accounting for 62.0% of the total number of nurseries in the city.
- London's nurseries have an impressive Ofsted record, with 98.5% rated Good or Outstanding, surpassing the national average of 90.0%.
- Of the 65 inspected nurseries in London, 44 are rated Outstanding and 20 are rated Good, with 1 rated Requires Improvement and none rated Inadequate.
- London's nurseries cater to 7,292 pupils, with 2.9% eligible for free school meals, 45.9% speaking English as an additional language, and 21.3% having special educational needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5,103 nurseries in London, including state-funded, academies, and independent schools.
Area Benchmarks
| Metric | London | England |
|---|---|---|
| School QualityGood or Outstanding (Ofsted) | 98% | 90% |
| AttendancePersistent Absence | 18% | 20% |
| ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio | 24.1:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Spending per Pupil | £17,866 | £7,460 |
About This Data
- •School information is sourced from Get Information About Schools (GIAS), the official UK government register maintained by the Department for Education.
- •Inspection ratings are from Ofsted (state schools) and ISI (independent schools).
- •Performance data includes Key Stage 2, GCSE, and A-Level results from the Department for Education.