Is nursery manager pay in Kingston upon Thames higher than the UK average?

Yes — nursery manager pay in Kingston upon Thames runs about 10% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on NJC or nursery-set scale.

Which nearby cities pay nursery managers more than Kingston upon Thames?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Kingston upon Thames" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Kingston upon Thames

Nursery Manager Salary in Kingston upon Thames

How much does a nursery manager earn in Kingston upon Thames?

Average base salary in Kingston upon Thames

£23,650 per year

per year in Kingston upon Thames · NJC or nursery-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£20,900 per year£23,650 per year£27,500 per year

Nursery Manager pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS. Nursery Manager pay in Kingston upon Thames is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for nursery managers near Kingston upon Thames

Compare average nursery manager pay in Kingston upon Thames and neighbouring areas.

City	Average nursery manager salary	Jobs
Kingston upon Thames This location	£23,650 per year	View jobs
King's Lynn	£20,425 per year	View jobs
Kingsbridge	£20,425 per year	View jobs
Kingston upon Hull	£20,425 per year	View jobs
Kirkcaldy	£20,425 per year	View jobs
Kirkintilloch	£20,425 per year	View jobs
Kirkwall	£20,425 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to Nursery Manager get paid in Kingston upon Thames?

Apprentice Early Years Practitioner in Kingston upon Thames

Average

£23,650 per year

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Assistant Nursery Manager in Kingston upon Thames

Average

£23,650 per year

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Deputy Nursery Manager in Kingston upon Thames

Average

£23,650 per year

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Early Years Apprentice in Kingston upon Thames

Average

£23,650 per year

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Early Years Educator in Kingston upon Thames

Average

£23,650 per year

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Early Years Lead in Kingston upon Thames

Average

£23,650 per year

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Frequently asked questions about nursery manager pay in Kingston upon Thames

How much does a nursery manager earn in Kingston upon Thames?

The average salary for a nursery manager in Kingston upon Thames is £23,650 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £27,500 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Kingston upon Thames a well-paid area for nursery managers?

Kingston upon Thames pays nursery managers around 10% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on NJC or nursery-set scale.

Which schools and agencies hire nursery managers in Kingston upon Thames?

Live nursery manager openings in Kingston upon Thames rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a nursery manager in Kingston upon Thames increase their salary?

Nursery Managers in Kingston upon Thames typically increase pay by moving up NJC or nursery-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between nursery manager pay in Kingston upon Thames and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Kingston upon Thames it's £23,650 per year — a premium of £2,150 per year versus the UK average.

Nursery Manager jobs in Kingston upon Thames

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