A survey of more than 2,000 nurseries and childminders, carried out by the website, found that half (51 per cent) are likely to re-open after lockdown, while a third (34 per cent) remain undecided.
According to childcare.co.uk, the findings suggest that more than 250,000 childcare places could be lost, increasing the need for childcare by 28 per cent.
The survey received 2,464 responses to the question, 'Are you likely to permanently close your childcare setting as a result of Covid-19?'. In response, 1,248 said 'no', 835 were 'not sure', and just 381 said 'yes'.
When the website asked providers why they plan on closing due to Covid-19, nearly three quarters (73 per cent) stated it was due to personal financial problems, whereas just over a quarter (27 per cent) of providers said families would no longer need their services due to the pandemic.
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