First, congratulations on your pregnancy!
Regarding the fees for childcare, I can only speak about nursery (never been the nanny’s route).
Fees are not a secret; they are usually available on the nurseries websites for most of them or just give the nursery a call to receive a brochure.
For example, Northcote nursery is £363 per week for babies between 1 and 2 yo.
http://gardenschildcare.co.uk/#/fees/4535673482
Have a look at the website for Northcote Gardens, Baby Room… and it will give you an idea of the (massive
) cost.
As mentioned by someone already, start looking
asap.
For example, the owner of the Northcote Gardens nursery told us that to have a full time place, you would need to register your child asap
BEFORE birth - ideally just after the 12weeks mark or even before...
And while you are out looking at nursery, maybe also start looking at primary schools (if you want a place in a private one) – they tend to register from birth and will be full very quickly!
(I know – it is scary and crazy…
)
Good luck!