# Nurseries in SM5 (Carshalton, Carshalton on the Hill)

We list 18 nurseries in SM5 postcode district (10 full-day, 8 sessional), with 823 registered places. The median published full-day fee is £91.50, against £88 across England. Figures as of November 2026.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm5  
Updated November 2026.

## At a glance

- Nurseries: 18 (10 full-day · 8 sessional)
- Full-day fee: £91.50 (£3.50 above England median)
- Registered places: 823 (about 45 per nursery)

## Nurseries

| Nursery | Type | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Ages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Elmwood Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/elmwood-nursery-ey368318) | Full-day nursery | Good | £96 | 08:00–18:00 | 3 months to 5 years |
| [Gifted Hands Nursery & Pre-school](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/gifted-hands-nursery-and-pre-school-2665799) | Full-day nursery | Good | £91.50 | 08:00–18:00 | 3 months to 5 years |
| [Jancett Childcare, Park Lane, Carshalton](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/jancett-childcare-park-lane-carshalton-ey469964) | Full-day nursery | Good | £80.56 | 07:30–18:30 | 3 months to 5 years |
| [Oak Tree Pre-School Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/oak-tree-pre-school-nursery-2651318) | Sessional pre-school | Outstanding |  | 08:00–18:00 | 12 months to 5 years |
| [Play B C Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/play-b-c-preschool-2602814) | Full-day nursery | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 |  |
| [The Carshalton Day Nursery and Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-carshalton-day-nursery-and-pre-school-2690370) | Full-day nursery | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 |  |
| [Tilly's Preschool Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tillys-preschool-limited-ey547763) | Sessional pre-school | Good |  |  | 2 years to 5 years |
| [Fledglings at Riverside](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/fledglings-at-riverside-2869867) | Sessional pre-school |  |  | 09:30–15:30 |  |
| [Lavender Preschool At Tweeddale](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/lavender-preschool-at-tweeddale-ey538004) | Sessional pre-school | Outstanding |  |  |  |
| [Ruskin Road Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/ruskin-road-pre-school-139952) | Sessional pre-school | Good |  |  |  |
| [Bright Horizons Carshalton Day Nursery And Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-carshalton-day-nursery-and-preschool-ey542720) | Full-day nursery | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 3 months to 5 years |
| [Cosy Cottage Daycare Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cosy-cottage-daycare-ltd-2710869) | Full-day nursery | Good |  |  |  |
| [Rainbows Montessori Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/rainbows-montessori-pre-school-2500397) | Sessional pre-school | Good |  |  |  |
| [Special First Steps](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/special-first-steps-2795078) | Full-day nursery |  |  | 09:00–15:00 |  |
| [Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-carshalton-954267) | Full-day nursery | Good |  |  |  |
| [Tilly's Preschool Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tillys-preschool-limited-2548915) | Sessional pre-school | Good |  |  |  |
| [Tilly's Preschool Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tillys-preschool-limited-ey489457) | Sessional pre-school | Good |  |  |  |
| [Woodlands Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/woodlands-day-nursery-ey250305) | Full-day nursery | Good |  |  |  |

## Filters

- [Full-day](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm5/full-day.md) (10)
- [Sessional / pre-school](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm5/sessional.md) (8)
- [30 funded hours](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm5/funded-30-hours.md) (7)
- [Separate baby room](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm5/baby-room.md) (4)
- [Funded 2-year-old places](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm5/funded-2-year-olds.md) (4)
- [Funded from 9 months](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm5/funded-9-months.md) (4)
- [Own garden](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm5/garden.md) (4)
- [SEND support](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm5/send-support.md) (3)

## Neighbouring areas

- [SM1](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm1.md) (12)
- [SM6](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm6.md) (15)
- [SM2](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm2.md) (13)
- [SM4](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm4.md) (10)
- [CR9](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/cr9.md) (1)
- [SM3](https://toddly.co.uk/nurseries/postcode/sm3.md) (10)

## Frequently asked questions

### How many nurseries are there in SM5?

We list 18 nurseries in SM5: 10 full-day and 8 sessional, with 823 registered places between them (as of November 2026).

### How much does a nursery cost in SM5?

The median full-day fee published by nurseries in SM5 is £91.50. Across England the typical fee is £88. Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### Are there nurseries offering 30 funded hours in SM5?

Yes, we list 7 in SM5.

### Are there nurseries with funded places for 2-year-olds in SM5?

Yes, we list 4 in SM5.

### Are there nurseries with funded places from 9 months in SM5?

Yes, we list 4 in SM5.

### Which areas are near SM5?

Neighbouring areas include SM1, SM6, SM2 and SM4.

## Sources

Ofsted register and inspections, nursery websites, Google Maps (ratings only) and DfE data, as dated on each nursery page.

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
